Field Operations Supervisor

1 week ago

Dargo Victoria, Australia Bushfire and Forest Services - DEECA Full time $75,361 - $82,980 per year

Company description:

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Job description:

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in managing and leading staff involved in critical forest and fire operations?

Join our elite team as a Field Operations Supervisor

Get ready for an exciting position where you'll oversee the implementation of plans and programs whilst ensuring safe work practices and effective deployment of workcentre staff.

We are seeking proactive and well-organised individuals to join our team as Field Operations Supervisors.

As a Field Operations Supervisor, you'll play a key role in the leadership and day-to-day management of staff engaged in forest and fire operations activities. Your expertise in operational forest management, emergency response and staff management will be instrumental in delivering a wide range of operational tasks and fire prevention activities.

Join us in our mission to protect Victoria's forest and public land

Applicants must hold a current manual Drivers Licence (conditions A, I & V not acceptable for employment).

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

  • Expertise in managing works programs in one of more of the following: planned burning, unsealed road management or other operational forest management activities including experience in management of staff.
  • Experience and understanding of forest firefighting techniques, the Australasian Interagency Incident Management System and other emergency response activities.

This position is ongoing, available in the regional location of Dargo, Victoria.

You'll have the chance to explore and protect stunning landscapes whilst earning a competitive salary ranging from $75,361 to $82,298 per annum, plus superannuation.

Your salary will reflect your skills and experience, rewarding your commitment to our mission.

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:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

Click the 'Apply' button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.

Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 06 October 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and meet the medical and fitness requirements outlined in the position description.

Successful applicants will need to demonstrate the ability to achieve a competent result in the DEECA General Firefighter accreditation.

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

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. For more information visit applying for a role with us.

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