Environment Project Officer - Grampians Ark

Parks Victoria is seeking a Project Officer to join a team responsible for delivering the Grampians Ark program.
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Department: Parks Victoria
Work Type: Fixed term - full time
Job Function: Environment
Classification: PVO2
Work Location: Grampians Region - Northern Grampians
Reference: VG/1001303EPO
Closing Date: 11-Mar-2026
Salary Range: $59,511 - $79,626
Job Duration: N/A
Attachments: Environment Project Officer - Grampians ARK - Position Description.pdf (PDF, 216KB)


Environment Project Officer - Grampians ARK - Position Description.docx (Word, 193KB)
Position Description

Contact: Joseph Terry
Joseph.Terry@parks.vic.gov.au

Position Details

  • Contribute to environmental and natural resource management initiatives
  • An excellent opportunity to engage directly in predator control on a landscape scale to effectively attain conservation objectives.
  • Collaborate within a supportive and team-oriented environment.

About the role

This position will be essential in safeguarding the natural assets within Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. Focused on achieving the objectives of the Grampians Ark program, you will implement a landscape-scale baiting operation and conduct values-based protection using methods like trapping, shooting, and fumigation. Responsibilities include collecting and managing extensive data, adhering to regulations for 1080 and PAPP use, and deploying remote sensing cameras. Additionally, there are opportunities to contribute to other conservation initiatives, such as deer and goat control, weed management, and revegetation projects. The Grampians Ark collaborates closely with research organisations, offering pathways to develop diverse research skills.

About Parks Victoria OR About the Team

Parks Victoria's vision is to be a world-class parks service, ensuring healthy parks for healthy people. It is a statutory authority with responsibility for managing an expanding and diverse estate covering more than 4 million hectares, or about 17 per cent, of Victoria.

We're looking for someone with:

  • Certificate or Diploma in Natural Resource Management and/or equivalent experience in a similar field.
  • Demonstrated experience in pest animal control techniques (preferably fox control) and monitoring (preferably remote cameras).
  • Victorian Firearms (Longarm) Licence and experience using firearms safely for pest animal management.
  • 4x4 experience and or qualification preferred.
  • Agricultural Chemical Users Permit with 1080 endorsement is preferred
  • Demonstrated experience with data management and preparation of reports using computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Experience coordinating and managing small projects.

Your application will need to include:

  • A Current Resume
  • A Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the position description

Application Close date: 11th March, 2026

Sound like you?

For a confidential discussion about the role, call Joseph Terry on 0475 114 490 or apply online!

If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

Only people with Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a non-citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights may apply for this position.


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