Specialist - Alcohol and Other Drugs

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Grade in advertisement

Occupation: Health and allied health

Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs

Reference: AV/1879407

At Ambulance Victoria (AV) we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. This is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you will join a team dedicated to bringing our vision to be a world leading ambulance service to life.

We are seeking a Specialist Alcohol and Other Drugs to aid in service delivery for our Health and Safety Department.

This is a Full Time, Permanent position. While WFH/Hybrid options are available, it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at Doncaster in line with our hybrid working model.

About the role

Reporting to the Lead Safety Programs, responsibilities of this position include, but not limited to:

• Implement and monitor the AOD program at AV and all related activities
• Develop, implement and deliver targeted AOD focused engagement, awareness and education programs
• Monitor effectiveness of AOD program and liaise with external experts to ensure best practice
• Assist managers with the investigation process while providing a supportive case management approach to all employees
• Provide advice on medications and treatment in line with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations, including undertaking role of AV's Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) Supervisor

About you

To be considered for this position you will possess a degree or relevant industry certification with proven subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and relevant a health-related discipline, as well as relevant training qualifications or substantial experience in workplace training. Other requirements include:

• ARN registration through CASA
• Demonstrated experience in planning and coordinating AOD programs, preferably in the health or emergency services sector.
• Demonstrated experience responding to the wellbeing needs of employees in relation to AOD
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, standards and guidelines as they apply to organisational program initiative and responsibilities.
• Sound knowledge of relevant ethical protocols, legal considerations, medical terminology and confidentiality in accordance with the relevant legislation
• Required to be available outside of ordinary working hours to provide advice, support or authoritative direction to other employees or managers involved in dealing with emergency or time critical incidents or issues

Working at Ambulance Victoria

As a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.

We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellenceto life at AV, we want to hear from you

Important information

By applying for a position, you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests, in line with AV's Secondary Employment procedure. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the role.

An unrestricted Australian driver's license is essential as this role will involve travel throughout all of Victoria.

Successful applicants will need to be willing to complete pre-employment screening including references, misconduct and Police Checks.

This position is classified AV4under the Ambulance Victoria (Management and Administrative Staff) Enterprise Agreement 2021.

The position description can be found on the AV Careers website

How to apply

Your application is an integral part of the selection process and should include:

• Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position
• Current resume
• An additional document addressing the below:
• Outline a recent Alcohol and Other Drugs program that you have coordinated
• Outline your knowledge of legislation, standards, and guidelines and how they may apply to this role
• Your motivations for applying for this position

Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm AESTon Wednesday 27 August 2025. Applications must be submitted via the AV Careers Centre website to be considered. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

For further information, please refer to 'Applying for a position with Ambulance Victoria'. For any further queries please contact recruitment via or

At all levels of our organisation a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver the Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people. In the event you require a reasonable adjustment to support your application for this role, please contact us at and a member of our Recruitment & Selection team will be in touch.

Applications close Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

13 August 2025