Bushfire and Emergency Management Preparedness Officer

About this role

An opportunity to work collaboratively with a number of staff across DEECA and other agencies within the emergency sector to deliver on bushfire and emergency management activities in the Midlands District.

This position will work closely with District and Regional personnel to ensure tasks relating to bushfire preparedness and emergency response are delivered to a high standard. Possessing and displaying excellent problem solving and communication skills with an ability to work as an effective team member in a dynamic environment is integral. In addition, this role will be required to participate in the response to bushfire, other emergencies and planned burning.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Hold a current FFMVic emergency management role, or willing to work towards one.
• Demonstrated experience in emergency management, preferably with good knowledge of preparedness requirements.

This is a fixed term position available until 1 May 2026. The work location for this position is within Mount Rowan 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.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Monday, 19 May 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police 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. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.