regional director gippsland

4 days ago

Melbourne VIC, Australia SHK Asia Pacific Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Strategically position the Region to shape and adapt to the future
  • Lead the statewide Wildlife and Landscape Protection portfolio
  • Contribute to a liveable, prosperous Victoria

About the organisation

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) delivers programs and policy across Victoria's energy, environment, climate action, and water portfolios. At the heart of this work, the Regions, Environment, Climate Action and First Peoples (RECAFP) Group brings together expertise in climate action, circular economy, environmental protection, and public land management. Through six regional divisions, DEECA Regions works with portfolio agencies, communities, service delivery partners and stakeholders to deliver integrated, place-based services and projects. Together, these groups drive innovation, champion self-determination reform, and help shape a sustainable, inclusive and prosperous future for all Victorians.

About the role

Reporting to the Executive Director, DEECA Regions, the Regional Director Gippsland leads regional service delivery and provides statewide leadership for the Wildlife and Landscape Protection portfolio. This role oversees public land services and strategic partnerships, delivering programs that protect biodiversity, manage wildlife, and enhance landscape resilience. The role works closely with Traditional Owners, local stakeholders, and government partners to foster sustainable outcomes for communities and ecosystems across Victoria.

About you

You are a seasoned senior executive with a strong record of leadership in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Strategic and politically astute, you build trusted relationships to deliver impactful outcomes. You take a broad, integrated view of challenges, recognising interdependencies and aligning regional priorities with government objectives. Your leadership style fosters high-performing, inclusive teams, and you champion service excellence. With a deep understanding of the broader economic and political landscape, you lead confidently through change, driving innovation, reform, and measurable outcomes for Victorian communities.

For more information, please see SHK Microsite and the Candidate Brief. To submit an application, click 'Apply Now' (top right), submitting your CV and concise cover letter. Direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to SHK. Closes 10 November 2025.

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