District Business Manager

Country Fire Authority; Greater Dandenong; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Paid parental leave

Generous leave provisions

Health Ready programs

Job summary

Country Fire Authority is seeking a senior district leader to guide a dynamic team at the Dandenong office, overseeing business planning, budgeting, risk management and high‑level customer support, shaping partnerships across CFA units, partners and stakeholders.

Reporting to the Assistant Chief Fire Officer, you will contribute to district strategy, lead cross‑functional teams and ensure delivery of corporate outcomes in a fast‑paced environment, with hybrid work options and professional

Qualifications

• Leadership and management experience.
• Experience in business administration/officer management, and in business support services and resource management.
• Experience in business planning and budgeting and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team within the Southeast District Leadership Team to deliver high‑level customer support and corporate outcomes.
• Develop and implement district initiatives and processes in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Provide advice on complex issues and contribute to district strategic and business planning.
• Partner with Regional Business Manager and District Business Managers to ensure consistency across districts.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Budgeting

Risk management

Education

Business Administration or Management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day.Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page.About the RoleAre you keen to secure a leadership role that offers variety and the opportunity to demonstrate your people skills and innovative approach within an organisation that has a meaningful purpose in the community?This full time, ongoing position, located at our Dandenong office may give you that opportunity.This exceptional career development opportunity, reporting to the Assistant Chief Fire Officer, leads a team within a fast paced and dynamic environment, where service to the community is at the forefront.The role requires the delivery of high-level customer support, corporate outcomes and strong partnerships and relationships across CFA business units, sector partners and external stakeholders. You will work closely with the Regional Business Manager and other District Business Managers within the Southeast Region, ensuring the consistent development and implementation of initiatives and processes across districts.As a member of the District Leadership Team, you will also provide advice on a range of complex issues and contribute to the strategic and business planning for the district.About youThe person we are looking for will be confident, empathetic and possess strong leadership, management, finance and business planning experience. You will be agile and highly organised with experience working in dynamic and fast paced environments.Importantly you will have excellent communication and engagement skills with experience in business administration/office management, business support services and resource management, business planning and budgeting and risk management.Tertiary qualifications in business administration or management will be highly regarded but not essential.Why choose CFAMeaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a differenceWork-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisionsFlexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangementsDiscounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various servicesWellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinationsMember Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathwaysYour ApplicationClick the `Apply' button to access our online application portal. You will be prompted to provide your personal and contact details and to respond to employment-related questions. When applying for a position with CFA, please include a cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrate your qualifications, experience and the key attributes and skills relevant to the role.Pre-employment ChecksOffers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check. You will also be required to provide at least two professional references.Applications close: 11:59pm 22 November 2026.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.If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email [e-mail] Country Fire Authority (CFA) values your privacy. We will use the information you provide when you are applying for employment with us for the purpose of recruitment, selection, evaluation and appointment and to report on anonymised key metrics (e.g. diversity). The information we collect will be handled in accordance with privacy laws, including the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. You can view our Privacy Statement here. For access and correction of the information we have collected, contact [e-mail]