Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $89,317 - $95,927
Grade: PVO4
Occupation: Environment
Location: Gippsland - South Gippsland
Reference: VG/1000400EPO
About the role
Parks Victoria is seeking an Environment Project Officer to join the Gippsland Region, based at Tidal River, on a fixed-term basis until 30 September 2028.
Working closely with the Restoration Ecologist, you will provide operational and project support for funded initiatives that protect and enhance the natural values of the area. You will help ensure conservation projects are effectively delivered within established project plans, budgets and timelines.
This is a varied and practical role where you will contribute to on-ground conservation programs spanning pest plant and animal management, threatened species protection, ecological process management, fire ecology, and wetland and environmental water management.
You will assist with coordinating and monitoring contractors and service providers, contribute to project reporting and evaluation, and support compliance with funding and contractual requirements. You will also contribute practical knowledge to regional planning and identify opportunities to continuously improve conservation program delivery.
Working collaboratively across Parks Victoria and with Traditional Owners, government agencies, research organisations and community groups, you will contribute to integrated conservation outcomes that protect biodiversity and strengthen ecosystem resilience.
About the Team
The Operations and Delivery Division leads Parks Victoria's on-ground park management operations, including joint management partnerships with Traditional Owners, construction and maintenance of visitor infrastructure and assets, community engagement and education activities, compliance and enforcement operations, conservation programs and commercial facility management. We value innovation, collaboration, and end-to-end accountability for the in-ground management of Victoria's parks and reserves.
We're looking for someone with:
Your application will need to include:
Application Close date: Sunday 8th of November
Sound like you?
For a con fidential discussion about the role, call Emily Green on 0447 564 022 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.