Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Grampians - Moorabool
Reference: 313
Are you ready to take your forest and fire management skills to the next level? Join our team as a Workcentre Operations Coordinator
Get ready for an exhilarating career that combines leadership, operational excellence and environmental stewardship! We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our passionate Forest and Fire Operations team. As the Workcentre Operations Coordinator, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting and managing work groups deliver operational tasks and fire prevention activities in Victoria’s state forests, national parks and protected public land. Your management and coordination skills will ensure the ongoing effectiveness and output of our district, driving us closer to our mission of environmental preservation and public safety. This is your chance to join and lead in an exceptional team committed to environmental and cultural conservation along with public safety. Be prepared for potential deployment across the state, where you may encounter challenging terrains whilst contributing to both emergency response and planned burning operations.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Bacchus Marsh.
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:
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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 21 August 2025.
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 and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History 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. For more information visit applying for a role with us.