Senior Native Vegetation Offset Register Officer

About this role

Senior Native Vegetation Offset Register Officer (VPS4) We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Senior Native Vegetation Offset Register Officer to join the Native Vegetation Offset Register team. This role plays an important part in supporting Victoria's biodiversity offset framework and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of native vegetation credit transactions. This is a fast-paced, high-volume role suited to someone who enjoys working through detailed processes, conducting quality assurance checks, managing complex administrative tasks and maintaining exceptionally high standards of data accuracy. You will regularly work with large amounts of information, follow established procedures, identify discrepancies and ensure records are complete, consistent and compliant. As this position operates within a close-knit role-share environment, strong communication, collaboration and teamwork skills are essential. We are looking for someone who is comfortable sharing information, documenting work clearly, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture where accuracy and consistency matter. The successful applicant will bring: • Exceptional attention to detail and quality assurance skills • A demonstrated ability to follow complex and repetitive processes with consistency and accuracy • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • A collaborative and supportive approach to teamwork • Confidence identifying and resolving data issues, inconsistencies and process improvements You'll have the opportunity to contribute to an important environmental program that supports the protection and management of Victoria's biodiversity, while working within a supportive, flexible and collaborative team environment. Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications • Tertiary qualification(s) in public policy, natural resource or environmental management or similar. This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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. Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account. Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 10 August 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 [email protected] . 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 .