The Opportunity

The Shire of Murray is looking for an experienced Bushfire Risk Mitigation Officer, this role will be critical in the development and maintenance of the Shire of Murray Bushfire Risk Mitigation Plans, determining the bushfire risk levels and implement required bushfire risk treatment options to ultimately reduce the bushfire risk to the Shire of Murray community.

This is a full-time position requiring 76 hours per fortnight. The salary component, based on the EBA Level 8 salary range, will be between $94,425.58 and $99,226.61 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Why Choose Murray?

Located in the heart of the picturesque Peel region, the Shire of Murray offers an enviable work-life balance with a supportive and friendly workplace culture. We are committed to fostering professional development and provide opportunities for career growth. Enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative team while making a meaningful difference in a thriving community-focussed environment. Other benefits include:

• A 9-day fortnight
• Up to 14.5% superannuation contribution
• Flexible working arrangement options available to support a range of lifestyles
• Ongoing professional development opportunities and study assistance
• Thorough employee health and wellbeing program, including gym membership

You

We want to hear from you if you have:

Sound knowledge and experience with preparation of external funding grant applications i.e. Mitigation Activity Fund, Disaster Resilience Fund, develop and review corporate documents including BRMP's, Emergency Response Plans and Emergency Management Arrangements.

Well-developed verbal communication skills with the ability to provide internal and external presentations, successfully assist and provide advice to key stakeholders, professional bodies, developers and other internal and external customers.

Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and problem‐solving skills including understanding and experience in application of bushfire and emergency risk management principles.

• Sound knowledge and experience with the Bushfire Risk Mitigation and Management industry, including the development and review of Bushfire Risk Mitigation Plans (BRMP), Prescribed Bushfire Burning Prescriptions, assessment of SPP 3.7-Bushfire Risk Management Plans together with the implementation of Bushfire Risk Mitigation Treatments.

How to Apply

Applications should include:

• Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role
• Written statement addressing the Work-Related Requirements
• A Current Resume

For any questions about the role, please contact the Human Resources Officer on 08 9531 7704.

Applications will close once a suitable pool of candidates is found.

Dean Unsworth

Chief Executive Officer

The Shire of Murray is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse cultures and all age groups.