Regional Advisor

About this role

Here is your chance to join our elite Loddon Mallee Forest and Fire Operations Division (FFOD) team as the Regional Advisor.

This exciting role will support the Director / Deputy Chief Fire Officer, FFOD with advice and strategic support in discharging their responsibilities for program delivery and corporate governance. As a trusted advisor to the Regional Leadership Team, the Regional Advisor will support flexibility and adaptively across numerous priority programs in a shifting, dynamic environment.

If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of forest and fire operations in the Loddon Mallee, we want to hear from you.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate successfully in a dynamic environment with a high degree of sensitivity.
• Demonstrated experience in a relevant subject area including (but not limited to) working in government, forest and land management, or emergency management.
• Experience working in fast-paced, multi priority environments.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within the 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 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.