- Support and lead the safe delivery of statewide aerial land management operations.
- Coordinate people, aircraft, contractors and resources in complex environments.
- Use your operational expertise to support conservation across Victoria's parks.
- Fixed-term opportunity until 30 June 2027
- See our Careers Page for more information about what we can offer.

About Parks Victoria

At Parks Victoria, we're passionate about connecting people with nature and protecting some of Victoria's most treasured landscapes. We're seeking an experienced operational professional to support and, at times, lead the safe delivery of statewide aerial land management operations.

We offer

- Meaningful work that supports communities and the environment.
- A collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.
- The opportunity to contribute to environmental protection, conservation and land restoration across Victoria.

The Prospect

Reporting to the Fire, Emergency and Aerial Land Management Coordinator, you will provide operational, technical and coordination support for Parks Victoria's aerial land management programs.

You will support and, at times, lead the planning and delivery of statewide aerial operations, including aerial shooting programs. This will involve coordinating people, aircraft, contractors, equipment and operational resources while ensuring activities are delivered safely, effectively and in accordance with relevant aviation, firearms, risk and governance requirements.

Acting as the designated Operations Officer you will contribute to operational planning, risk management, resource allocation and field delivery. You will also help develop and improve operational procedures, reporting systems and practices that support safe and effective program delivery.Working closely with regional teams, contractors and partner agencies, you will build strong relationships and provide practical operational and technical advice. Your work will support park management, environmental protection, land restoration,



wildlife management and conservation activities across Victoria.This position requires travel throughout Victoria, including overnight and multi-day travel.

The role may also involve working in remote locations, driving long distances and travelling on unsealed roads.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate and deliver aerial land management and aerial shooting operations within established safety, governance and operational frameworks.
- Support and lead operational planning, risk management, resource allocation and field delivery activities.
- Coordinate personnel, aircraft, contractors, equipment and operational resources.
- Provide expert technical advice to support aerial shooting, conservation and land management programs.
- Monitor program progress, quality, budgets and resource use to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved.
- Develop and improve operational procedures, systems, reports, training materials and advisory tools.
- Build productive relationships with regional teams, government agencies, contractors and aviation service providers.
- Ensure operational activities comply with relevant aviation, firearms, safety, financial and governance requirements.

About You

You are an experienced operational professional with strong planning, coordination and stakeholder-management skills. You bring experience from aerial operations, emergency management, conservation, biosecurity, wildlife management, natural resource management or a related field. You are confident coordinating people, aircraft, contractors and operational resources in complex and dynamic environments. With sound knowledge of risk, safety and governance requirements, you demonstrate strong judgement, attention to detail and a commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement.



Your communication and relationship-building skills allow you to work collaboratively across government agencies, regional teams, contractors and operational environments. You can manage competing priorities, analyse complex information and provide practical recommendations that support effective program delivery.

You'll bring

- Forest Fire Management Victoria Operations Officer Accreditation, which is highly desirable
- A current Victorian Driver Licence.
- Demonstrated experience in aerial operations, emergency management, conservation, biosecurity, wildlife management, natural resource management or a related field.
- Experience coordinating multi-agency programs, operational initiatives or emergency preparedness activities.
- Strong planning, project management and operational coordination skills.
- The ability to coordinate people, aircraft, contractors, equipment and operational resources.
- Sound knowledge of risk management, safety, governance and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership capability and the ability to influence outcomes across organisational boundaries.
- Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
- Experience preparing reports, briefings and strategic advice for senior stakeholders.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, biosecurity, emergency management, ecology, conservation or a related discipline is desirable.

Your application will need to include

- A current resume.
- A cover letter.

Application close date: Sunday 18th of October 2026

How to Apply

If you require further information about the position, please contact Shaun Huguenin on Shaun Huguenin, or apply online.

To be eligible for employment at Parks Victoria, you must be legally entitled to work in Australia.

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 will undergo a National Police Record Check and require a Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

📌 Aerial Land Management Officer - Operations (Victoria)
🏢 Parks Victoria
📍 Victoria