2026: Emergency Management & Community Safety Officer
Core
Coordinate emergency management planning, bushfire risk mitigation, and community safety for a local government shire, acting as a link between the Shire, DFES, and Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades.
Role type
Emergency Management & Community Safety Officer
Builds
Emergency preparedness plans, risk mitigation programs, and community safety outcomes
Domain
Local Government / Emergency Management / Bushfire Prevention
Required skills
Emergency management planning, bushfire risk mitigation, community safety coordination, stakeholder engagement, project coordination, regulatory compliance, grant funding identification, incident management, volunteer brigade support
Preferred skills
Bush Fire Control Officer appointment, DFES training, incident management training
Technologies
LEMA, WHS legislation
Responsibilities
Coordinate emergency management planning and preparedness exercises; Develop and coordinate bushfire risk mitigation programs and inspections; Support Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade engagement and training; Monitor risks and provide reporting on preparedness outcomes; Build relationships with DFES, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
Seniority
Mid-level operational officer