District Forest and Fire Planning Officer

About this role

As the District Forest and Fire Planning Officer, you will have the opportunity to work within a team of planning experts to develop and design tactical plans for the delivery of forest and fire management works, including Burn Plans, Site Plans and Works Orders, to meet all required standards and deliver on set objectives.

The ideal candidate will be able to work collaboratively across teams, share information and acknowledge others' efforts and step in to help others where required. They will also demonstrate positive work culture and integrity while working in an inclusive team environment.

In return, this role offers a wide variety of work and opportunity to gain experience in contract management, stakeholder engagement and fire & emergency roles. In addition, flexible work arrangements are available.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A broad knowledge and/or relevant experience in the planning and delivery of fuel, road, track, recreation and environmental asset maintenance and improvement programs is desirable.
• Contractor management skills including the ability to manage procurement is desirable.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is the Far South West District – Heywood, Casterton, Dartmoor, 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 Thursday, 12 June 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.