Strategic Emergency Management Lead | Resilience & Training

Council Jobs; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Shepparton City Council is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to advance the region’s safety and resilience. The role focuses on developing and implementing emergency management plans across mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery, ensuring Council meets legislative obligations.

You will review plans, deliver community education sessions, coordinate training exercises, and build networks with government and emergency services to strengthen regional resilience.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and implementing emergency management plans and systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in development, implementing and monitoring training programs.
• Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams within a structured regulatory framework.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust emergency management plans covering mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.
• Lead reviews of plans and maintain compliance with legislative obligations.
• Deliver community education sessions and coordinate training exercises.
• Foster strong networks with community partners and all levels of government and emergency services.

Job description

Greater Shepparton City Council is seeking an Emergency Management Specialist to advance the region’s safety and resilience. The role focuses on developing and implementing emergency management plans across mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery, ensuring Council meets legislative obligations.

You will review plans, deliver community education sessions, coordinate training exercises, and build networks with government and emergency services to strengthen regional resilience.