District Forest and Fire Planning Officer

2 weeks ago

Bendigo, Australia Victorian Government Full time

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Ongoing - Full-time

**Salary**: $79,122 - $96,073

**Grade**:VPS 3

**Occupation**:Land, asset, resources and facilities management

**Location**:Loddon Mallee - Greater Bendigo

**Reference**:361
- The District Forest and Fire Planning Officer works within a team of planning experts to develop and design tactical plans for the delivery of forest and fire management works, including Burn Plans, Site Plans and Works Orders, to meet all required standards and deliver on set objectives.
- The Planning Officer works within the District Forest and Fire Planning Team ensuring local knowledge and priorities are communicated to inform the operational planning processes, the district's priorities appropriately represented within the Joint Fuel Management Program, Operational Forest Management Program and other 1-5 year planning and strategic planning processes.

**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**
- A broad knowledge and/or relevant experience in the planning and delivery of fuel, road, track, recreation and environmental asset maintenance and improvement programs is desirable.
- Contractor management skills including the ability to manage procurement is desirable.

**This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Epsom, Bendigo with hybrid work arrangements available.**
- To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
- Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the **Position Description**, including the mandatory requirements.

**How to Apply**:

- Click the **‘Apply’** button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.
- Applications close **11.59pm on Thursday, 04 September 2025.**

**Other relevant information**:

- To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

**A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace**

- Applications close Thursday 4 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 22 August 2025

  • Forest and Fire Operations Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

    **Are you ready to take your forest management and fire prevention skills to the next level?**Then join our elite team as a Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Technical Lead!** Get ready for an exhilarating career that combines leadership, operational excellence and environmental stewardship! We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our passionate...

  • Forest and Fire Operations Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

    **Overview**: **Work type**:Full time **Salary**:$66,265 - $74,200 **Grade**:FS3 **Occupation**: Land Management **Location**: Bendigo **Reference**: VG/50965362 **Are you ready to take your forest management and fire prevention skills to the next level?**Then join our elite team as a Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Technical Lead!** Get ready...

  • Forest and Fire Operations Officer

    1 week ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

    **Overview**: **Work type**:Full time **Salary**:Salary not specified **Grade**:FS3 **Occupation**: Land Management **Location**: Bendigo **Reference**: VG/50946692MAY **Are you ready to take your forest management and fire prevention skills to the next level?**Then join our elite team as a Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Technical Lead!** Get...

  • Forest and Fire Operations Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

    **Are you ready to make a real impact on forest management, fire prevention and emergency response? Lead the way and join our elite team as a Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Field Team Leader!** Step into a thrilling role where you'll lead work groups, coordinate operations and ensure the ongoing effectiveness of our workcentres. We are seeking...

  • Forest and Fire Operations Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

    **Overview**: **Work type**:Full time **Salary**:$66,265 - $74,200 **Grade**:FS3 **Occupation**: Land Management **Location**: Bendigo **Reference**: VG/50965363 **Are you ready to make a real impact on forest management, fire prevention and emergency response? Lead the way and join our elite team as a Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Field Team...

  • Northern Planning Officer Fire Ecology

    2 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Australia Parks Victoria Full time

    Be part of a supportive and motivated team culture - $98,128 - $105,390 + Super + Develop your program delivery skills within a conservation context - Enjoy working across spectacular and diverse landscapes across the Northern region **About the role** The Planning Officer Fire Ecology is responsible for the coordination and management of the ecological...

  • Biodiversity Officer

    7 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

    **Have a meaningful impact on better environmental land management in the northwest of Victoria by becoming a Biodiversity Officer in the experienced Loddon Mallee regional Forest and Fire Planning Team. We are a creative and cohesive group that collaborate to find novel ways to ensure long-term environmentally sustainable outcomes.** **In this role you...

  • Biodiversity Officer

    7 days ago

    Bendigo, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

    **Overview**: **Work type**:Full time **Salary**:$79,122 - $96,073 **Grade**:VPSG3 **Occupation**: Natural Resource Management **Location**: Bendigo **Reference**: VG/50965368 **Have a meaningful impact on better environmental land management in the northwest of Victoria by becoming a Biodiversity Officer in the experienced Loddon Mallee regional...

  • Support Officer

    1 week ago

    Bendigo, Australia Country Fire Authority Full time

    **Overview**: **Work type**:Full time **Salary**:Salary not specified **Grade**:See Advertisement **Occupation**: Administration/Secretarial **Location**: Bendigo **Reference**: VG/1862480 - Location Bendigo - Full Time Fixed Term Maternity leave to 14/04/2026 - PTA 2 $60,524 pa (plus 11.5% superannuation) Do you want to work for a values-based,...

  • Community Based Bushfire Management Facilitator

    3 weeks ago

    Bendigo, Victoria, Australia Country Fire Authority (CFA) Full time

    Community Based Bushfire Management FacilitatorJoin to apply for the Community Based Bushfire Management Facilitator role at Country Fire Authority (CFA)Community Based Bushfire Management Facilitator3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Community Based Bushfire Management Facilitator role at Country Fire Authority (CFA)About This...