Planned Burn Supervisor

4 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia ETS Full time

**Please note: Applications will be accepted throughout the Christmas period, ready for shortlisting and application review will commence from 5th January 2026.

About the role:

Centrogen is seeking an experienced Planned Burn Supervisor / Incident Controller to lead and coordinate fire mitigation, vegetation management, and wildfire response activities in the field. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone with strong operational experience who can safely manage crews, equipment, and incident response in dynamic environments.

You will work both independently and as part of a team, overseeing planned works, emergency response activities, and prescribed burning operations while ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, and operational performance.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate fire mitigation, vegetation management, and wildfire response activities
  • Control and manage Level 1 incidents and prescribed burns in line with approved plans
  • Operate and oversee the use of plant, equipment, firefighting vehicles, and tools
  • Conduct risk assessments, briefings, debriefings, and maintain clear communication on site
  • Liaise with supervisors, managers, landowners, and external agencies during incidents
  • Ensure compliance with OHS, environmental, and operational procedures at all times
  • Complete required documentation, reporting, and incident records accurately and on time

Who should apply:

This role is ideal for someone who:

  • Has worked within the industry or company for several years
  • Has proven experience in a leadership or incident control role
  • Is confident working in a field-based, operational environment
  • Is calm, decisive, and safety-focused under pressure
  • Can lead teams effectively during planned works and emergency responses

Required qualifications:

Planned Burns Supervisor competencies:

  • PUAFIR402 – Conduct simple prescribed burns
  • PUAFIR406 – Develop simple prescribed burn plans
  • PUAFIR506 – Conduct complex prescribed burns
  • PUAFIR515 – Develop complex prescribed burn plans

Additional requirements:

  • Current driver's licence (truck licence desirable)
  • White Card / Blue Card
  • Chemical Application Licence (ACDC or ChemCert)
  • Level 1 & 2 Chainsaw
  • Strong understanding of wildfire response, vegetation management, and safety systems

What we offer:

  • Competitive remuneration + overtime
  • Field-based leadership role with real responsibility and impact
  • Supportive, safety-focused team culture
  • Ongoing training, development, and career progression
  • Opportunity to work on critical fire mitigation and response operations

About Us

Centrogen is a leading provider of open space and vegetation management solutions with over 40 years' experience, delivering a range of Quality Vegetation Management Services to all forms of government and corporate clients in Queensland, New South Wales & Victoria.

Centrogen culture is all about developing people to be their best and to achieve outstanding results. We encourage initiative and a can-do attitude in a positive working environment.

To apply:

If you feel like this could be you, click 'Apply Now' or for more information email We look forward to receiving your application.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you in advance for your application and advise that only candidates that meet the position requirements and are an Australian Resident will be contacted.

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