Community Safety

See below the vacancy and the responsibilities as well as the key skills required for the role.

Community Safety & Emergency Management Officer

Bunbury, Australia

Reference: 6805814

- Generous Super Contributions: Matched up to 5%
- Competitive salary: Level 5 $92,990 per annum + Superannuation
- Full Time Permanent role

Join Our Mission to Create a Safer, Stronger Community

Are you driven by the desire to create a safe, inclusive, and resilient community? Do you have the skills to turn local safety challenges into real-world solutions? If so, this is your chance to make a lasting impact where it truly matters.

We are on the lookout for a passionate, proactive, and community-minded professional to join our team as a Community Safety & Emergency Management Officer. In this exciting and meaningful role, you/u2019ll lead the way in strengthening public safety and building preparedness through innovative programs and powerful community partnerships.

What You/u2019ll Be Doing:

- Assist during emergencies, providing vital coordination, communication, and support to keep the community safe.
- Collect and analyse data on community risks to inform proactive safety initiatives and emergency preparedness.
- Collaborate with emergency services, community groups, and internal teams to develop and implement effective safety and emergency management initiatives.
- Proactively share engaging safety and emergency information with stakeholders and community members, empowering them to be prepared.
- Actively source grant funding opportunities to support the delivery of innovative community safety and emergency management programs.

We/u2019re Looking for Someone Who Has:

- Qualifications and/or experience in Community Safety, Emergency Management, or related fields.
- A strong understanding of current safety and resilience issues affecting the local community
- A proven ability to identify, evaluate, and implement creative solutions to enhance community wellbeing.
- Experience in program development, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build lasting relationships with the community and partner agencies.

Why Join Us?

- Be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and impact.
- Make a tangible difference in people/u2019s lives—every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow.
- Access to ongoing professional development and flexible working arrangements

If you/u2019re ready to use your skills to build safer spaces and stronger connections, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://cityofbunbury.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6805814.

All applicants are to provide a current Resume, Covering Letter and statement against the criteria as requested on the online application form.

The successful applicant may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical screening prior to commencement

Applications Close: 23 September 2025 @ 5.00pm AWST

We embrace diversity and inclusion in our workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals with disabilities, LGBTIQ, and culturally diverse communities to join the City of Bunbury.

The City of Bunbury is committed to providing reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection, or assessment process, please contact us at info@bunbury.wa.gov.au or call 08 9792 7000 to discuss your needs.

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