The Risk Analyst will support the development of regional forest and fire management strategies.,
The Risk Analyst will contribute to the development of state and regional strategies and operational and tactical plans through the provision of high-quality landscape planning and risk services, GIS products and desktop-based values assessment to support end-to end-planning.
The Risk Analyst will provide strategic planning and risk outputs to the broader sector and other stakeholders to support cross-tenure consideration and understanding of bushfire and forest management.
The Risk Analyst will be an active member of the Forest and Fire Planning Unit, contributing to the delivery of group, departmental and inter-agency priorities, and to building an inclusive and high performing workforce that is customer focussed, collaborative, professional and engaged.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Relevant tertiary qualification in science, forestry, natural resource management or equivalent
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) experience, including spatial analysis and computer modelling skills
- Experience in one or more of the following:
- Practical experience in land and forest management
- Strategic forest and fire plan development
- Large database management and basic programming skills
- Experience in one or more of the following:
- Fire science
- Fire behaviour modelling and analysis
- Practical experience in how fire behaves in different landscapes
This is a fixed term position available until 21 August 2026. The work location for this position is flexible within the Hume 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:
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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 14 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.
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 14 October 2025 at 11.59pm
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