Senior Recovery Project Officer - Assets

Lead major recovery projects restoring park infrastructure and building resilience after natural disasters.

- Lead a high-impact $2M recovery program rebuilding Little Desert National Park
- Own complex asset and infrastructure projects from planning to delivery
- Build leadership experience through team supervision and mentoring
- Help restore critical park infrastructure after major bushfire events

About the role

We're seeking a Senior Recovery Project Officer - Assets to lead the delivery of infrastructure recovery projects across the Southwest Region.
Based in Horsham and fixed-term until August 2027, you'll manage asset recovery projects, oversee contractors, coordinate project delivery, manage budgets and provide leadership to Recovery Project Officers. You'll play a key role in restoring park infrastructure and improving resilience following natural disasters.

About the team

The Southwest Region Infrastructure and Assets Team is a supportive and cooperative group focused on delivering high-quality recovery, maintenance and infrastructure outcomes across Victoria's parks. We work closely with communities,



partners and stakeholders to restore and enhance the visitor experience while protecting natural and cultural values.

We're looking for someone with:

- Experience coordinating or supervising operational teams in a complex environment
- Experience managing contractors and delivering projects within budget and timeframes
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
- Knowledge of asset, contract and financial management processes
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching and problem-solving capability
- Relevant qualifications in environmental management, conservation or business management (desirable)
- Current Victorian Driver Licence

Application Close date: Sunday 30th August 2026

We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

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📌 Senior Recovery Project Officer - Assets (Horsham)
🏢 Parks Victoria
📍 Horsham