Senior Forest Planning Officer

The Senior Forest Planning Officer will support the development of the Operational Forest Management Program and other medium (2-5 year) term forest management programs to giude roading, recreation, biodiversity, forest health and other forest management activities. The Senior Forest Planning Officer will undertake planning to identify and align forest management works with strategic intent and direction.

The Senior Forest Planning Officer will also engage with Districts, Traditional Owners and stakeholders on the development and design of operational forest management programs, adapting to reflect local needs and objectives within operational plans.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification(s) in science, public policy, natural resource or environmental management, business management or equivalent (desirable).
• Proven experience leading and applying planning processes for programs and/or projects (on public land, desirable), including complex stakeholder engagement and adherence to legislation.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Loddon Mallee region 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:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 7 May 2026.

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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.

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