Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $82,907 - $90,576
Grade: FS4
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Barwon South West - Colac Otway
Reference: 2507
Are you ready for an exciting challenge? Do you love working outdoors and leading an enthusiastic team?
If yes, come join the Otway District team as a Field Operations Supervisor.
This leadership role is based in the Anglesea WorkCentre, where you’ll lead a diverse team and could work across the Otway District and Barwon South West Region with operational and planning staff.
Use your people management skills, problem solving ability and expertise in land management to coordinate Workcentre staff to deliver of a range of operational tasks in the field in a safe and effective manner, including fuel management and roading, along with fire prevention activities.
The Bushfire and Forest Services Group plays a critical role in maintaining and improving Victoria's natural landscape, including but not limited to bushfire prevention and emergency response, making a real difference on the ground for the communities we serve.
Applicants must hold a current manual Drivers Licence (conditions A, I & V not acceptable for employment).
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This position is ongoing, available in the regional location of Anglesea, Victoria.
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.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
How to Apply:
If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.
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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 5 November 2026.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and meet the medical and fitness requirements outlined in the position description.
Successful applicants will be required to successfully complete the DEECA General Firefighter accreditation.
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.
An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace
DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected].
We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.