Operational Capability and Training Officer

About this role

Our team is looking for someone with honesty and integrity, and willing to "go that extra mile" to help team members and students.

With the opportunity for personal and professional development, not only for yourself, but for the stakeholders who you will be helping and training.

The Operational Capability and Training Officer will assist with the design and implementation of capability and training priorities in line with forest, fire and emergency management capability requirements, support administration and coordination of training and accreditation requirements, and administration of broader capability and preparedness programs.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience and/or understanding of training and assessment across Forest Fire Management Victoria, including knowledge of AIIMS.
• Formal training and assessment qualifications are desirable, for example TAE40122 Cert IV Training and Assessment or similar.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Loddon Mallee region with hybrid work arrangements available.

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.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Monday, 19 May 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

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. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.