Team Leader - Emergency Management and Facilities

Goulburn Valley Water; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained vehicle

Flexible working arrangements

Regional lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Water is seeking a Team Leader to direct emergency management, corporate facilities, security and fleet services across the GVW organisation. You will lead a small team, drive continuous improvement and ensure safety, compliance and resilience of assets and operations.

You will coordinate business continuity activities, incident response and performance improvements while building strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Diploma or above in Facilities Management, Security Risk Management, Asset Management or a related field.
• Seven years minimum experience in emergency management, risk management or similar multidisciplinary role.
• Experience developing, maintaining and testing emergency management, business continuity and site-specific plans.
• Proven experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and sound judgement in operational incidents.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a team driving continuous improvement across emergency management, corporate facilities, enterprise security and fleet operations.
• Oversee emergency management and business continuity activities and coordinate preparedness and incident response.
• Ensure facilities, security and fleet services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

Skills

Facilities Management

Emergency management

Risk management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Strategic thinking

Health and Safety

Analytical skills

Driver's licence

Education

Diploma or above in Facilities Management or related field

Job description

Team Leader - Emergency Management and Facilities

Goulburn Valley Region Water Corporation

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our purpose is to support healthy and prosperous communities.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader - Emergency Management and Facilities to lead the planning, organisation, operation and continuous improvement of corporate facilities, enterprise security, fleet management and emergency management across the organisation.

This is a diverse leadership role that combines operational oversight with strategic planning, ensuring our people, facilities, assets and services remain safe, secure and resilient. You will play a key role in supporting business continuity, emergency preparedness and the effective management of facilities and fleet services that enable GVW to deliver essential services to our communities.

If you are a proactive leader with experience in emergency management, facilities or risk-management and enjoy working across a broad portfolio, we'd love to hear from you.

About your new role...

In this role, you will provide leadership, support and guidance to a small team driving continuous improvement across emergency management, corporate facilities, enterprise security and fleet operations.

You will oversee emergency management and business continuity activities, coordinate organisational preparedness and incident response arrangements, and ensure GVW's facilities, security and fleet services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

Success in this role will come from your ability to build strong relationships, lead people, manage competing priorities and deliver practical solutions to complex operational challenges.

This position is based in Shepparton and includes some travel across GVW sites. Flexible work arrangements are available, where operationally appropriate, in line with GVW policy.

About you...

• Diploma or above in Facilities Management, Security Risk Management, Asset Management or a related field.
• A minimum of seven years experience in an emergency management, risk management or similar multidisciplinary role
• Demonstrated experience developing, maintaining and testing emergency management, business continuity and site-specific response plans.
• Proven experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams
• Strong strategic thinking, sound judgement and the ability to make informed decisions during operational incidents and emergency situations
• Demonstrated experience managing facilities, contractors, assets or related operational services
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and presentation skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, regulators and governance bodies
• Advanced computer and analytical skills
• Strong commitment to Occupational Health and Safety and staff wellbeing
• Empathy, cultural awareness and the ability to positively contribute to an inclusive workplace culture.
• Applicants must hold a current's driver's licence, and be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident or hold a visa permitting work in Australia.

Where you'll be working...

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What you’ll get...

You will have the opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation with strong ties to our regional community.

• Classification SEO1: $118,628 - $139,486 + superannuation + fully maintained vehicle available for private use. Commencing salary point is negotiable depending on relevant qualifications, skills and experience).
• Full-Time position with the opportunity to discuss flexible working arrangements
• Shepparton based role offering outstanding regional lifestyle benefits.
• Opportunity to influence strategic decision making and strengthen organisational resilience, emergency preparedness and operational capability across the organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the liveability and prosperity of communities across the region.
• An organisation committed to OHS and safe working practices and the wellbeing of its staff including flu vaccinations, skin checks and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Encouragement and support to pursue professional growth and development opportunities.
• Annual performance reviews that encourage, recognise and reward performance.
• Flexible, diverse, and inclusive workplace

For further information on this position, you are encouraged to contact Ryan McGowan, Acting Manager - Enterprise Risk on 0400 055 ***

Applications close 11.59pm, Friday 13 November 2026

Interested?

Goulburn Valley Water is an equal opportunity employer valuing all people, diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives