Disaster Mitigation Specialist

5 days ago

Central Coast, Australia beBeeEmergencyResponse Full time $106,600 - $123,500
Emergency Response Lead

This critical role plays a vital part in enhancing community resilience against emergencies and disasters.

  • Develop and coordinate comprehensive emergency management initiatives to bolster community resilience
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective disaster preparedness and response strategies
  • Champion a culture of safety and collaboration throughout the organisation and the community

The Emergency Response Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating emergency management plans, ensuring alignment with best practices and legislative requirements.

Critical skills and qualifications for this position include:

  • Degree in Emergency Management or a related field or demonstrated solid contemporary experience in a similar role, combined with ongoing professional development
  • Current Class C Drivers Licence
  • Proven experience in similar roles within government or emergency management agencies
  • Skilled in project management, including planning, budgeting, execution, and delivering successful outcomes
  • Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills in complex, political environments
  • Experienced in providing strategic and operational advice under pressure
  • Effective in managing committees and leading multi-disciplinary teams
  • In-depth knowledge of NSW emergency management legislation, especially the State Emergency and Rescue Management Act 1989, with practical stakeholder engagement
  • Demonstrated expertise in emergency planning, response coordination, recovery operations, and multi-agency collaboration

Our goal is to provide a work environment that fosters equity, diversity, and respect. We aim to offer safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural, and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.

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