Change and Implementation Champion

About This Role

• Location | Headquarters Burwood East with flexible work options

• Full Time | Fixed Term Contract (ends February 2026)

• PTA 5 | $107,864 to 121,276 pa (plus 12% superannuation)

Do you want to work for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?

We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.

To learn more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA), we invite you to visit our About Us page.

About The Project
As part of the Training Enhancement Program, CFA is embarking on a transformative step to integrate Virtual Reality into CFA's training framework to enhance training and skill development for volunteers. By investing in advanced Virtual Reality technology, CFA will ensure accessible, effective and innovative training for its volunteers.

About The Role
We are currently seeking a
Change and Implementation Champion
who thrives on connecting people, leading meaningful projects and turning strategy into action.

In this pivotal role, you'll take the lead in the final stage of rolling out our innovative Virtual Reality toolkits for our volunteers across CFA regions state-wide. With a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, you'll work closely with internal teams and volunteers to shape and embed practical systems and processes that support successful implementation of the Virtual Reality tool kits at a local level, which will set the stage for long-term improvements in training and skills development across CFA.

About You
You'll be someone who builds trust easily, communicates clearly and brings others on the journey. Your ability to listen, influence and guide others – particularly across diverse groups – will be key to ensuring the project's success. Your passion for leading and supporting people through change will be evident as you support implementation activities and carefully navigate challenges.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a project that combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery – ideal for someone who is adaptable, proactive, and energised by collaboration. A strong understanding of a volunteer-based environment will help you tailor suitable solutions.

Your high level written and verbal communication skills will be essential – not only for maintaining clear lines of communication, but also for preparing concise reports, documentation and advice for senior leaders and operational teams.

A Detailed Position Description And Project Scope Is Attached.
Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

Your Application
Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.

When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.

Pre-employment Checks
Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:

• Successfully complete Reference Checks, a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Applications close: 11:59pm 19 August 2025
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