Workcentre Operations Coordinator
Posted on May 13, 2026 by Victorian Government
- Baranovichi, Australia
- N/A
- Part Time
The Workcentre Operations Coordinator is responsible for the management of staff involved in the implementation of a range of plans and programs to deliver specific Forest and Fire Operations activities including bushfire response. The position has a key role in the leadership of staff and the oversight of performance and development planning for workcentre staff. The position is required to undertake project management, planning, priority setting, budget management and reporting for the workcentre across a wide range of programs. The position is responsible for ensuring that departmental resources vehicles, plant and equipment and are available for Forest Fire Operations including emergency response. This position also involves working with DEECA personnel, other agency personnel, and supervising staff that engage with contractors and program delivery staff to implementing programs and projects on public land and forest areas.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Experience in managing works programs in one or more of the following: - planned burning, unsealed road management or other operational forest management activities including experience in management of staff.
- Experience and understanding of forest firefighting techniques, the Australian Interagency Incident Management System and other emergency response activities.
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Horsham.
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 Tuesday, 26 May 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.
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.
Advertised until:
June 12, 2026
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