Make a Difference Where Safety Matters Most
Are you passionate about improving safety outcomes, driving continuous improvement, and working with diverse teams across a large operational environment? Join Forest and Fire Operations as a Program Officer, Internal Assurance and Safety and help shape the systems, safety practices and decisions that support our frontline workforce during bushfires and other emergencies. You'll work across Victoria with field staff and leaders, supporting our internal assurance program, leading safety improvement initiatives and projects, investigate incidents, and help create safer outcomes for the people protecting our communities and environment.
We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, building strong relationships and driving practical change. In return, you'll be part of a supportive team doing work that genuinely matters.
Make an impact. Improve safety. Support emergency response
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Knowledge and/or experience in safety and assurance processes and practice (analysis and evaluation, issues identification, risk management and forming recommendations) is highly desirable.
- Knowledge and experience of Forest & Fire Management policy, procedures and systems is highly desirable.
There are two ongoing positions available. The work location for these positions is flexible within Victoria 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.
Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 20 September 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.
An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace
DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected].
We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.
