Fire Coordinator Western

• Lead fire risk management in the beautiful Western Region of Victoria
• Join a company committed to sustainable forestry practices
• Based in Ballarat

HVP Plantations is a successful privately owned manager of extensive timber plantations across Victoria.

Our people are self-motivated, innovative and thrive working in a small team and a fast-paced environment. We value safety, regional communities, environmental care and sustainability. We pride ourselves in fostering an inclusive culture, one free of bias and rich in diversity.

Key responsibilities for this role:  

Reporting to the General Manager, Western Region, you will:

• Lead and coordinate the Region's fire risk management program
• Develop and implement fuel management strategies
• Coordinate fire training and response activities
• Manage relationships with fire agencies and community groups
• Assist with planning and coordinating operational forestry programs

To thrive in this role, you will ideally possess:

• Current qualification as FFMVic / CFA (or equivalent) Crew Leader - Wildfire or above.
• Proven experience in wildfire risk management in a forest environment.
• Strong knowledge of Australian forest fire management, preferably in softwood forestry.
• Excellent planning and GIS mapping skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
• Clear and confident communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A relevant tertiary qualification and/or a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment would be well regarded.

On Offer is an incredibly supportive, flexible and collaborative environment that will provide you with opportunities to develop and demonstrate value along with;

• Permanent, full time role with competitive remuneration and access to a leading annual incentive payment program
• Part private use company vehicle
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits, including a fitness subsidy
• Company laptop & mobile phone 

Other information

• A current Australian manual driver’s license is mandatory for this position
• At times, travel and stays to other parts Victoria will be required, particularly in case of campaign fire-fighting activities 

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team.

HVP promotes the principles of merit and fairness in our employment practices. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community, and encourage people from all walks of life to apply.

Please let us know if you require any support that would enable your success throughout our interview process.

HVP Plantations is a company where diversity of thought, experience and background is acknowledged and celebrated. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community, and encourage people who identify as women and/or First Nations Peoples to apply.