Project Manager

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 Role

As part of the ongoing implementation of Fire Services Reform within Victoria, CFA initiated a comprehensive review of its Operating Model in 2022. The review involved extensive consultation with CFA members and stakeholders over an 8-month period, resulting in the identification of a range of initiatives to be undertaken over multiple years.

To undertake this critical work, CFA are seeking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join our dedicated Program team.

Key responsibilities of the role will include the following:

• Lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of assigned projects.
• Develop and manage project documentation including briefs, plans, schedules, and risk assessments.
• Provide strong leadership in governance, stakeholder engagement, and team coordination.
• Monitor project performance, quality assurance, and compliance.
• Identify risks and issues early and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Deliver high-quality reporting and advice to the Program Manager and executive stakeholders.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships to support successful project outcomes.
• Track budget and ensure alignment with broader program strategy and objectives.

About You

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Significant experience in managing complex projects end-to-end.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A focus on delivering outcomes aligned to organisational strategy.
• Excellent planning, risk management, and reporting capabilities.

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 8th October 2025

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