Manager Forests and Research Permissions

Title: Manager Forests and Research Permissions

Location: Victoria, Australia

Hybrid

Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time

Salary: $142,790 - $191,084

Grade: VPS 6

Occupation: Governance and risk management

Job Description:

Reference: 2217

The Manager Forest and Research Permissions leads a team responsible for the state-wide administration of a range of permits and authorisations relating to forests and wildlife in the wild, and for reform to the Conservation Regulator's permissions functions. The team delivers administration of a range of permits that may require referral to other areas within the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Traditional Owner Groups and relevant experts. The team works closely with a state-wide network of permission and regulatory compliance officers to administer permits and support compliance, and enforcement activities related to permissions. The team also leads and coordinates a program of reform work, in collaboration with stakeholders across DEECA.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of conservation regulatory legislation, processes and practices.
• Well-developed analytical and evaluation skills

This is a fixed term, part-time position available until 01 October 2027 (0.6 FTE). The work location for this position 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:

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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.

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Applications close Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

2 September 2026