Operational Capability Officer, State Emergency Services

3 days ago

Cooktown Queensland, Australia Queensland Police Service Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

SES is the primary responder for storm and flood events and provide support to other agencies through performing additional functions including search and rescue, emergency traffic management, and road crash rescue.

The SES becomes involved in preparing for, and responding to, many different types of disasters and emergencies.

The role is responsible for providing support to SES groups to ensure effective preparation for and response to emergencies and disasters through the delivery of training and supporting activities to help build the capability of volunteers.

Your Key Accountabilities
The core capability requirements for this role are:

  • Plan, prepare, deliver and review training and capability development programs for SES volunteers.
  • Assist with the coordination of area and regional based capability development programs.
  • Contribute to the research and development of programs supporting the operational capability of the SES.
  • Assist with equipment audits across the Emergency Service Volunteers Division as required.
  • Identify and contribute to resolution of operational capability issues.
  • Process training and administrative records and maintain accurate records to provide reports on training data and information.
  • Liaise with local SES units, staff and external stakeholders to develop an understanding of training needs to build SES capability.
  • Undertake and support SES operational duties during emergencies and disasters as necessary which may involve intra and interstate deployments including travel to rural and remote communities, at short notice and out of business hours.

Role Requirements
Mandatory

  • Minimum C Class Driver's Licence (non-restricted).

Technical/ Operational/ Educational experience

  • Experience as a volunteer or within a volunteer environment is highly desirable.
  • Experience with the delivery of training and hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment qualification or can obtain the skill within a mutually agreed timeframe.

Other

  • This role is also a designated SES uniformed position; therefore, it is expected the incumbent may possess and/or maintain the necessary skills/expertise or experience to be appointed as an Authorised Rescue Officer in accordance with section of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990.
  • Capacity to work on night and weekends to suit an SES volunteer environment.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group
Emergency & Protective Services

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