Coordinator Planning, Clerk Grade 7/8 – Goulburn

Do you have skills in research, planning and management of risks and consequences?

• Join a team of hazard and risk planners to develop emergency plans to keep NSW Communities prepared for flood, storm and other emergency events.
• Be a key influencer across multi-agency and external stakeholders in land use planning, risk reduction planning and emergency planning.
• Full time, ongoing role in Goulburn
• Salary of up to $122,058 + superannuation and leave loading (total package of $137,742.45)

About the opportunity

Our NSW SES South Eastern Zone has a Coordinator Planning vacancy located in the heart of Goulburn.

You will lead the management of planning priorities for local towns and regional areas, with the key focus to develop plans and policies that reduce the impact of flooding for at-risk communities.

Not every day is the same, however some of the typical day to day tasks involve:

• Managing and supporting a small team of researchers to analyse available research data related to flood behaviour, identify the vulnerabilities of local communities to the consequences of storms, floods and tsunamis to effectively translate this research into emergency plans, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Ensuring the agencies planning process aligns with the NSW Planning Framework and internal NSW SES governance policies and guidelines.
• Assess, prioritise, and delegate incoming referrals and risk information amongst the team to capture intelligence and data that would inform effective planning of emergency response.
• Work closely with volunteers to capture and leverage local knowledge and expertise and support effective communication and collaboration to meet operational targets.

About the NSW SES

Our Mission: NSW SES saving lives and creating safer communities.
Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to deliver excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.

The NSW SES serves the community as the lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW. Our volunteers are highly skilled, experienced, and well- trained in the wide variety of roles they perform.

With over 10,000 volunteers we are committed to protecting and supporting the diverse communities of NSW. Learn more here

About you

We want to hear from people who are motivated by research/evidence-based information, risk mitigation and influencing external bodies in the risks and consequences of floods, storms and tsunamis.

To be successful in this role you will:

• have sound knowledge and understanding of the consequences of natural hazards and subsequent risk management.
• demonstrated experience and awareness of planning systems and ability to interpret and apply policy in an emergency management context.
• have strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• enjoy working with stakeholders and be proficient in building and maintaining these relationships to develop, implement and influence community focussed solutions.

What we can offer you

• You will enjoy a 35-hour work week, with the potential for flexible work arrangements such as a nine-day fortnight or a four-day work week depending on the requirements of the role and operational needs
• You can enjoy a hybrid work environment, time in the office and time working from home.
• Attractive salary range of $110,266.00 to $122,058.00 plus 11.5% superannuation and leave loading
• Our work is meaningful and rewarding. The SES’s mission is saving lives and creating safer communities, and you can be an important part of our work.
• We have attractive leave entitlements including parental, sick, flex and recreation leave.
• We care about our people. We have Mental Health & Wellbeing programs and services to support our people and operational and leadership training and development opportunities to develop our people. Some of these include:
• Fitness Passport
• LinkedIn Learning
• Member Assist Program for free confidential counselling support
• Flu vaccine program.

You Belong Here

• We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. We want to know what this looks like for you so we can support your success at work.
• If you require reasonable adjustments, we are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment processes and in the workplace, If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] for confidential advice on options.

How to apply

Click apply and submit as separate attachments:

• A cover letter (maximum of two pages) detailing your interest in the role and the essential requirements of the position;
• Responses to the two targeted questions (maximum of one page per question); and
• An up-to-date resume of no more than four pages.

Targeted questions

1. Describe a time when you have worked collaboratively to coordinate your team to complete and major task/project. How did you deal with conflict, and what were your responses when situations changed in order to communicate an effective outcome?
2. Demonstrate your capability and experience in land-use, operational or emergency management by describing your experience managing a team and dealing with external and internal stakeholders to achieve outcomes aligned to agreed timeframes. How did you identify, address any issues/problems?

Want to know more?

Matthew Price is the South Eastern Zone, Deputy Zone Commander and would love to hear from you to answer any questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to contact Matthew at [email protected]

If you have any questions about the application process, please do not hesitate to contact our Recruitment team at [email protected].

The role description is available here.

Talent Pool

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months. Further information here

Applications close: Monday 3rd of March 2025, at 11:59pm.