Overview Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time Salary: $138,631 - $185,518 Grade: VPS 6 Occupation: Emergency management Location: Gippsland Reference: 1242 The Regional Manager, Bushfire & Emergency Management is responsible for building and managing people, training, infrastructure and equipment capability to ensure FFOD can meet its emergency management obligations and have sufficient operational capability to support forest and fire program delivery at the District and Regional level. Working closely with the State BEM Branch, the Regional Manager will lead a team of preparedness, capability and infrastructure experts to identify capability requirements and develop strategies to ensure these capability requirements can be met over the short, medium and long term. As part of the Regional Leadership Team, the Regional Manager BEM will influence bushfire and emergency management strategies. Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
* Demonstrated expertise in natural resource management in regional Victoria with an emphasis on bushfire management, including readiness and response, prevention and suppression.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the issues facing regional Victoria and a vision for ensuring the department can deliver on government objectives.
* Current accreditation or ability to work towards obtaining accreditation for key AIIMs role or key command and control roles, including Regional Agency Commander (RAC) and/or Regional Controller.
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within the Gippsland Region with hybrid work arrangements available. 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. Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account. Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 3 March 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 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. Applications close Tuesday 3 March 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 18 February 2026