Cultural Fire Ranger
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Cultural Fire Ranger
Location: Bogambilor (Horsham) Office, Wimmera/Mallee/Grampians Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time (1.0 FTE or 0.5 FTE) Salary: ~$60,000 p.a. (pro rata), depending on experience Directorate: Cultural Fire Ranger Team
About the Role
The Cultural Fire Ranger supports the implementation of Cultural Burning practices to improve the natural and cultural health of Country. This role works within the Cultural Fire Ranger Team and alongside NRM agencies, community partners, and other BGLC teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and implementing Cultural Burns
- Undertake vegetation management including weed control, brush cutting and mowing
- Maintain Cultural Fire team equipment and tools
- Support monitoring and protection of culturally significant sites
- Work collaboratively with DEECA, Parks Victoria, CFA and other partners
- Gather field data and help prepare project reports
- Attend and support Community engagement sessions related to fire management
Key Selection Criteria
- Fire Fighter / Fire Management accreditation, or willingness to obtain
- Knowledge of Cultural Burning and/or agency fire management
- Good physical fitness
- Understanding of WJJWJ Peoples’ culture, issues and aspirations
- Ability to work within cultural protocols, policies and procedures
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Knowledge of WHS
How to Apply
Send a resume and response to key selection criteria to: recruitment@bglc.com.au Addressed to: Benjamin Trimble, Barengi Gadjin Land Council PO Box 1255, Horsham VIC 3400 Phone: (03) 5381 0977 WJJWJ Traditional Owners, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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