The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) employs Forest and Fire Operations Officers (FFOO) to deliver forest management activities in Victoria's state forests and undertake fire management and firefighting activities in Victoria's national parks, state forests and protected public land.
Team members operate within WorkCentre's and implement a wide range of operational tasks and fire prevention activities. The FFOO assists more experienced employees in a broad range of activities to learn and understand processes and priorities.
This position has a strong focus on emergency response and may involve being deployed across the state for periods up to 7-days, for both emergency response and planned burning activities. These activities require a high level of fitness, as the work environment is often steep and remote from vehicles.
This is designated position under Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
1. Experience working in bushfire response or forest operations is desirable.
2. Understanding of application of safe work practices including awareness of regulations and codes of practice and safety documentation systems is desirable.
Applicants must hold a current manual Drivers Licence (conditions A, I & V not acceptable for employment).
This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2024. The work location for this position is Lindenow Road Bairnsdale.
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.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday,29 August 2023.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police 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.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
Thisposition is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required for appointment to this position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
We recognise the significant responsibility to enable self-determination, be accountable to Traditional Owners and provide opportunities to strengthen First Peoples' connection to Country. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to celebrate their culture, and spiritual and belief systems.
For general information about Aboriginal Employment at DEECA, please contact .
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.
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