Cultural Fire Ranger

Position Summary The Cultural Fire Ranger will participate in the implementation of Cultural Burning practices to support and enhance natural and cultural health of specific environments within the Wimmera, Mallee & Grampians regions. They will work within the Cultural Fire Ranger Team, as well as alongside other parts of the Natural Resource Management Unit and relevant public and private entities, to facilitate the accomplishment of BGLCs Cultural Fire goals as articulated in the Growing What is Good Country Plan, and the Right Burning to Make Country Good Cultural Burning Project. Area & Performance Responsibilities Program & Activities Under the direction of the Cultural Fire Ranger Team Leader, participate in the preparation and execution of Cultural Burns; Undertake management of vegetation, including weed control, brush cutting and mowing; Maintenance of Cultural Fire Ranger Team equipment; Participate in managing the health of culturally significant sites according to WJJWJ TO strategies and goals; Report to the Cultural Fire Ranger Team Leader risks or issues related to the Estates and assets of the WJJWJ Peoples; Work cooperatively with external partners including : Other Traditional Owner Groups and CommunitiesDEECA & Parks Victoria (Forest Fire Management Victoria)Country Fire Authority (CFA)Community GroupsOther relevant Agencies and Statutory AuthoritiesRelevant Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) Gathering data in the field and assisting in the preparation of regular project reports; and Support other On Country Operations Division members by assisting them when needed. Community & Partnerships The Cultural Fire Ranger will assist the team to : Strengthen networks for promoting opportunities for Traditional Owners in fire management with other stakeholders and land managers. Contribute to community and other promotional events to educate and raise awareness of Traditional Owner interests and objectives for Cultural Burning and associated projects. Provide mentoring to Aboriginal community members, including young people, with the aim of increasing community capacity, including decision making in Cultural Burning; Support ongoing partnerships and culturally appropriate working relationships between Traditional Owners and Fire Agencies. Liaise effectively with WJJWJ Traditional Owners to understand, support and advance their aspirations for Cultural Burning; Support the activities and functions of the WJJWJ Full Group in relation to Cultural Burning matters, including attendance at Full Group meetings if appropriate or requested. Other Duties As directed and agreed for the specific activity or project. Delegation As per the Delegation of Authority. Key Selection Criteria Qualifications DEECA Fire Fighter / Fire Management accreditation, or commitment to obtaining this accreditation. Experience and Attributes Reasonable level of knowledge of Cultural Burning practices and / or fire management with DEECA or other agencies; Reasonable level of physical fitness to obtain relevant Fire Fighter / Fire Management accreditation, or commitment to cultivation of this fitness; Demonstrated understanding of Cultural Burning, and preferably experience with agency fire management; Ability to follow manager instructions and comply with BGLC protocols, policies & procedures; An awareness and understanding of historic and current issues affecting WJJWJ Peoples and Country; as well as the broader Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and their relationships with the broader Australian society in order to communicate effectively and sensitively with WJJWJ Peoples and other partners; Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with other staff, Aboriginal community members and NRM agencies; Ability to achieve results through self-motivation and adapting to changing needs; Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of traditional values and knowledge; Knowledge of Work Health and Safety practices. OHS Responsibilities Follow reasonable instructions; Cooperate with the employer and report safety breaches, participate in investigations, and implement corrective actions according to applicable procedures and policies; and At all times, take reasonable care for their own safety and the safety of others in the workplace. Conditions of Employment Must have a full Victorian Drivers Licence; and Ability to obtain positive National Police and Working with Children checks. See the position description attached below for further information about this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr