Forest and Wildlife Officer

Forest and Wildlife Officers are Authorised Officers under a range of legislation that contribute to intelligence-driven investigations and enforcement operations relating to wildlife, forest produce, land and fire management operations.

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the spectrum of compliance programs including education, engagement, inspections and assessments, monitoring and enforcing compliance. Officers contribute to delivering service excellence and a safety culture within the Regulator.

The position sits within the regional Regulatory Operations Branch and plans and delivers strategic operations and intelligence led investigations consistent with Conservation Regulator’s risk-based, intelligence-led approach to conservation regulation.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated analytical and investigative skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of conservation regulatory legislation, policy and the planning and delivery of compliance operations.
• Certificate IV in government investigations (or an equivalent qualification) and/or experience in the application of environmental regulation is highly desirable.
  

This is a fixed term position available for a period until 31 January 2029. The work location for this position is flexible in Traralgon or Bairnsdale 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.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 15 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 aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

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.