Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Loddon Mallee - Buloke
Reference: 558
The Workcentre Operations Coordinator is responsible for the management of staff involved in the implementation of a range of plans and programs to deliver specific Forest and Fire Operations activities including bushfire response. The position has a key role in the leadership of staff and the oversight of performance and development planning for workcentre staff.
The position is required to undertake project management, planning, priority setting, budget management and reporting for the workcentre across a wide range of programs. The position is responsible for ensuring that departmental resources vehicles, plant and equipment and are available for Forest Fire Operations including emergency response. This position also involves working with DEECA personnel, other agency personnel, and supervising staff that engage with contractors and program delivery staff to implementing programs and projects on public land and forest areas.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Hopetoun.
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 Tuesday, 07 October 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.
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