Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $89,317 - $95,927
Grade: PVO4
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Loddon Mallee - Mildura
Reference: VG/VG/280426/1921588CO
About the role:
As the Conservation Officer, you will work within established frameworks, procedures, and guidance from senior staff to ensure the efficient and consistent implementation of conservation activities within the region.
You will provide practical advice and support to Area Ranger Teams to ensure activities are completed safely, effectively, and to agreed standards and assist with coordination and monitoring of contracts and service providers and contribute to reporting and evaluation of conservation program outcomes, including work undertaken by contractors and field-based teams. Providing input to regional conservation planning and operational processes, reflecting practical knowledge of local conditions and priorities.
You'll engage collaboratively across teams and with partners, including Traditional Owners, government agencies, research organisations, and community groups, to support integrated and sustainable conservation outcomes for the long-term conservation of Northwest region's parks and reserves.
We're looking for someone with:
Your application will need to include:
Application Closing date: 15 May 2026
Sound like you?
For a confidential discussion about the role, call Jade Harris on (03) 8427 3374 or apply online!
If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.
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.