Emergency Capability Lead

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We have an exciting opportunity at nbn, as an Emergency Capability Lead, reporting to the Executive Manager, nbn Emergency Management.

A bit about your role

The Emergency Capability Lead role is responsible for developing and delivering network emergency management capability across systems, people, and processes at nbn. It includes coordinating and delivering the Emergency Management Training, Exercise, and Lessons Management Program, supporting internal and external engagement, and driving continuous improvement.

The role also plays an active role in preparation, response, and recovery during emergency events, requiring periodic on-call availability and potential after-hours work. Key accountabilities include capability framework delivery, training and exercises, lessons management, and real-time emergency response coordination.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate has strong expertise in emergency management, including experience in incident management teams and multi-agency response planning. They should be skilled in debriefing and evaluating emergency events, implementing lessons , and designing, managing, and evaluating emergency management exercises.

Key competencies include training design and delivery, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement. Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation skills, and strong planning and organizational abilities are essential.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There's so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia's best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We're continuing to create Australia's network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact us by emailing or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application

Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

This position entails on-call responsibilities and may necessitate availability outside of regular business hours, including evenings or weekends.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, Sunday 23rd of November 2025.