Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Field Team Leader (Underbool) (FS3)

at  Department of Energy Environment and Climate Action

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: North West Region
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Salary: $66,265 - $74,200
Occupation: Land Management
Reference: VG/50947297APR

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A REAL IMPACT ON FOREST MANAGEMENT, FIRE PREVENTION AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE? LEAD THE WAY AND JOIN OUR ELITE TEAM AS A FOREST AND FIRE OPERATIONS OFFICER – FIELD TEAM LEADER!

Step into a thrilling role where you’ll lead work groups, coordinate operations and ensure the ongoing effectiveness of our workcentres.
We are seeking exceptional individuals like you to join our passionate Forest and Fire Operations (FFOO) team.
As a Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Field Team Leader, you’ll be at the forefront of forest management and fire prevention activities across Victoria’s state forests, national parks and protected public land. Your leaderships skills will drive the success of our work groups, as you plan, direct and coordinate a wide range of activities.
Get ready to demonstrate your expertise in natural resource management whilst protecting our environment and communities.
This is your chance to join an exceptional team committed to environmental conservation and 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

• Demonstrated experience and understanding in leading field work delivery teams is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding in natural resource management, preferably with good knowledge of forest management/forest operations.
• Ability to achieve accreditation and maintain competencies in Crew Leader/Operations Officer Level 1.

Please refer the Job description for details