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The Biodiversity Assessment Officer (VIDA) provides specialist biodiversity and land use planning advice to support statutory decision-making, environmental assessments, and strategic infrastructure projects across Victoria.
The role focuses on major Victorian Government infrastructure projects, including those delivered by VIDA Roads, VIDA Rail, North East Link and the Level Crossing Removal Project.
The position identifies, assesses and manages biodiversity risks and native vegetation impacts in accordance with relevant legislation and policy, while supporting continuous improvement, stakeholder capability building, and DEECA's commitment to cultural safety and Traditional Owner self-determination.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
An appropriate tertiary qualification related to naturalresource management; environmental or ecological sciences or similar and / or relevant experience isdesirable.
Demonstrated ability to apply environment and biodiversity assessment processes focused on biodiversity risk management and mitigation – particularly with working knowledge and experience for projects progressing through approvals pathways under the Planning and Environment Act **** (including the Guidelines for the removal of native vegetation (DEECA ****) and exemptions under Clause ***** (such as Road Safety, Railways),



Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act **** controls, Environmental Effects Act **** and Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation ****.
This is a fixed term position available until 30 August ****.
The work location for this position is flexible within Loddon Mallee and Port Phillip Regions with hybrid work arrangements available.
Applications close
*****pm on Thursday, 26 November ****.
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 secure 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 ******.
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📌 Biodiversity Assessment Officer (Vida) (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
📍 Melbourne