Biodiversity Assessment Officer (VIDA)

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 natural resource management; environmental or ecological sciences or similar and / or relevant experience is desirable.​
• 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 1987 (including the Guidelines for the removal of native vegetation (DEECA 2025) and exemptions under Clause 52.17 (such as Road Safety, Railways), Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 controls, Environmental Effects Act 1978 and Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation 1999.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 August 2027. The work location for this position is flexible within Loddon Mallee and Port Phillip Regions with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 26 November 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

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 safe 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 aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

 

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.