Vegetation Management Support Officer

3 weeks ago

Bendigo, Australia Country Fire Authority Full time
About this role •Location | Bendigo
•Full Time| Fixed term (immediate start to 31 January )
•PTA 3 | $73, pa (plus 11.5% superannuation)

Would you like to work for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?

We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

With over 51, volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.

If you would like to read more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA) click . 

About the Role

This is a fixed term opportunity to support the Vegetation Management Program within the North West Region of CFA.  The program aims to reduce bushfire risk by managing vegetation and enhancing fire prevention knowledge. CFA members conduct planned burns on private and public lands, varying by workforce availability and skill.

The Vegetation Management Support Officer acts as a liaison between CFA, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic), municipalities and other agencies to coordinate resources, approvals and other administrative tasks related to burn planning. This role collaborates with the District Vegetation Management Officer and assists in regional service delivery, including VMO related tasks when required.

More specifically the duties involved include:

  • Support the District Vegetation Management Officer (VMO) in achieving fuel management goals by coordinating resources for planned burns.
  • Communicate and collaborate with CFA staff, brigades and the Vegetation Management Officer for planned burning activities.
  • Liaise with FFMVic to facilitate resource allocation for mutual goals, maintaining communication and expectations.
  • Support fuel management training by coordinating information collection with CFA and FFMVic Instructors.
  • Promote CFA involvement in cross-tenure, strategic roadside and community-led planned burning with a risk-based approach.
  • Collect and maintain reporting data for planned burning and other treatment works in the region.
  • Assist with relevant reporting tasks as needed by the Vegetation Management Coordinator.

This position does involve travel across the Northwest region and the successful candidate will have access to a CFA pool car for this purpose.

About You

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with the ability to develop an understanding of Planned Burning resource requirements. The ideal candidate will be adept at planning and coordinating timely resource movement to designated locations.

You will assist in the development of Burn Plans by compiling essential information and supporting the District Vegetation Management Officer in their duties.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to problem-solve effectively and establish productive inter-agency relationships.

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word, along with the capability to maintain database programs is required for this role.

Why choose CFA

  • Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
  • Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
  • Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
  • Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
  • Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
  • Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways 

Your Application

Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.

When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:

  • Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves.  First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. 

Applications close: 11:59pm 10 November .

Please note: Interviews for the shortlisted candidates will take place on Tuesday 12 th November

If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email

The Country Fire Authority (CFA) values your privacy. We will use the information you provide when you are applying for employment with us for the purpose of recruitment, selection, evaluation and appointment and to report on anonymised key metrics (e.g. diversity). The information we collect will be handled in accordance with privacy laws, including the Privacy and Data Protection Act .   You can view our Privacy Statement

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