Biodiversity Officer

Have a meaningful impact on better environmental land management in the northwest of Victoria by becoming a Biodiversity Officer in the experienced Loddon Mallee regional Forest and Fire Planning Team. We are a creative and cohesive group that collaborate to find novel ways to ensure long-term environmentally sustainable outcomes.

The successful candidate will have a sound ecological understanding of Victoria's biodiversity and good technical data management and spatial software skills with excellent written and verbal communication style to deliver this information.

In this role you would undertakes biodiversity values assessments that contribute to regional Strategic Forest and Fire management on public land, most particularly State forest, ensuring we use the best available science to deliver these strategic approaches. You would also contribute to regional monitoring to further our understanding of environmental values.

You will also have the opportunity to build nationally accredited skills in Emergency Management.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in program management with an emphasis on biodiversity, and threatened species and communities
• GIS and computer modelling skills
• Relevant degree in Biological Sciences or Natural Resource Management, or commensurate experience is desirable

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Flexible within the Barwon South West, Grampians, and Loddon Mallee Regions 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.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 18 June 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police 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.

Applications close Wednesday 18 June 2025 at 11.59PM