Ses Group Leader

3 weeks ago

Sunshine Coast, Australia Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Full time

As a member of the SES you will have the opportunity to work closely with other like-minded people with whom you will train and respond to emergencies together as a team, and share experiences that lay the foundations for life-long friendships.

The SES has roles for people with a broad range of backgrounds, talents and expertise. Please be aware that SES members require a level of physical fitness especially when involved in rescues, responding to natural disasters and performing other critical roles.

Roles of administration, communications, stores and welfare do not necessarily require levels of fitness however their availability are dependent on the existing membership of the SES Group.

Purpose of role

The role of the SES Group Leader is focused on the day to day management of a SES Group within the framework of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990, and the related policies and procedures of QFES and local government.

Key requirements

Mandatory requirements
- Currently holds a valid Blue Card from Blue Card Services, with attached evidence to support.
- An active member of the SES.
- An Australian Citizen or Resident, or working legally in Australia.

Highly desirable requirements
- Experience as a volunteer or within a volunteer environment.
- Knowledge of the concepts, strategies and issues associated with providing support to volunteer SES members both in day-to-day activities and during operational incidents.
- Ability to support a diverse volunteer workforce, advancing the diversity agenda in the department and service delivery, thereby improving morale and developing the effectiveness of operational teams.
- Qualifications or ability to rapidly acquire qualifications in: SES Induction, Community Volunteering and Safety
- AIIMS Awareness
- AIIMS Intermediate
- TAMS
- Provide First Aid and CPR
- Participate in Rescue Operations
- Storm Damage Operations

Special requirements
- Reporting relationships - this position reports to the Local Controller and/or, as required, Deputy Local Controller.
- A Deputy Group Leader may report to the Group Leader.
- Be available for an on-call duty officer roster and accept emergency activation calls on behalf of the Group.
- Applicants must be prepared to undertake appropriate SES training modules as required for this position.

Key accountabilities

Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting key frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to:

- Lead the operational management of an SES Group in order to maintain capability to respond to emergency and disaster operations by ensuring: members have the necessary skills to competently perform their roles and responsibilities within the Group
- equipment is maintained to an appropriate standard required for operational response.
- Manage the recruitment, selection training and career development of SES volunteers within an SES Group.
- Ensure the effective management and maintenance of allocated facilities, fleet, information and communication technology, major and minor plant, equipment and communications systems to meet the operational requirements of an SES Group.
- Lead the development and implementation of public relations and education programs at the local level that promote community resilience and self-sufficiency in Queensland communities in conjunction with the QFES and local government.
- Manage and administer an SES Group in compliance with approved instructions, directions and policies issued by the Commissioner QFES, the Assistant Commissioner, SES and/or local government.
- Manage the financial and governance responsibilities of an SES Group.

Capabilities

To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following Leadership Competencies for Queensland behavioural profiles that link to the "key accountabilities" for this role:
Leadership Competency Stream - Program Leader (leading teams and/or projects)

Vision
- Leads strategically
- Stimulates ideas and innovation
- Leads change in complex environments
- Makes insightful decisions

Results
- Develops and mobilises talent
- Builds enduring relationships
- Inspires others
- Drives accountability and outcomes

Accountability
- Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces
- Pursues continuous growth
- Demonstrates sound governance

Once you join us we will want you to exemplify the QFES shared values:

- Respect
- Trust
- Integrity
- Loyalty
- Courage

Screening

At the discretion of the selection panel appointment to this role may be contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a check of an applicant's recorded criminal history. Applicants seeking appointment may be required to disclose any criminal histories and/or charges (including convictions which are not recorded), usually at time of interview, as per the provisions of the Criminal Law (Rehabilitation of Offenders) Act 1986, section 9A(1)

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