What’s on Offer

The Committee Governance Officer plays an essential role in supporting the Director of Risk, Assurance and Governance and the Committee Secretariat function in the coordination and administration of Fire Rescue Victoria Executive Committees.

We strive to create a high-quality working life for our community of valued employees.

Working with us provides:

Access to a Rostered Day Off;

All roles can be worked flexibly but this may differ from role to role;

Uniquely rewarding work in the service of the Victorian community;

Support for education, career and professional development;

Enterprise Agreement salary increases;

Novated lease options and superannuation salary sacrifice;

An unrivalled suite of physical and mental health and wellbeing support services;

Access to a sports voucher;

Discounted health insurance;

Corporate Clothing Allowance (conditions apply)

Free gym access;

Close to Public Transport; (Parliament Station)

About the Role

The Committee Governance Officer consults with various stakeholders both internal and external to the organisation to ensure that contributions to the Committee Secretariat function meet expected timelines and reporting requirements.

Functional Accountabilities include:

Maintain Committee Governance framework in relevant systems, including ensuring all reports, templates and documents are accurately filed

Work with the Corporate Committee Convener and consult across the organisation to ensure that best practice methodologies are included in the framework

Design, implement and regularly maintain the Committee Governance intranet site to ensure that current information is available, accessible and communicated

Schedule and monitor all meetings through the Committee Governance Outlook Calendar and maintain and monitor the Committee Governance mailbox

Conduct regular project work relating to the various committees and corporate secretariat function by working with key stakeholders including the Fire Rescue Commissioner, members of the Executive Leadership Team and other Senior Leaders.

What you will need to Succeed

Worked in a similar position with demonstrated experience in managing executive level committees

An appreciation for confidential matters and discretion, along with high levels of professionalism

The ability to work with all levels of the organisation, establishing robust relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure effective information flow between the Fire Rescue Commissioner, Executive Leadership Team and committee members and management

Be proficient in all Microsoft office products and have experience with Diligent or other board management software

Tertiary qualifications in Corporate Governance, Business Management, Risk Management or Law (Desirable)

Serving the Community, valuing teamwork, having integrity, showing respect and being accountable are core values at Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV). We are looking for candidates who are committed to upholding our organisational values and behaviours as they guide our work and shape our culture.

About Us

FRV is a modern fire and rescue service that meets the needs of twenty-first century Victoria. FRV comprises of 4500 dedicated employees who serve and protect communities throughout Melbourne and Victoria’s major regional centres.

We value and respect workplace diversity and seek to build a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.

How to Apply

Please apply via Seek by submitting a tailored cover letter and resume addressing the qualifications and work experience criteria listed.

Applications will be reviewed when received and suitable candidates will be contacted for interview at that time. You are encouraged to apply early to ensure you do not miss this opportunity.

If you require any assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Amelia Mazzotta, Recruitment Business Partner at [email protected]

Important Information

FRV’s standard practice is to appoint at the base of the salary range, however consideration will be given to an above base salary within the advertised range based on the successful candidate’s skills and experience.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for this position.

FRV is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees consistent with its obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic). Therefore, there is a requirement that all FRV employees be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 in order to work for FRV outside of their place of residence.

Prior to commencement of employment with FRV you will need to provide evidence that you are fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 or unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Acceptable evidence includes:

COVID-19 digital certificate or ATAGI exemption certificate (available via your myGov account).

Your immunisation history statement (available via your myGov account).

Other documentation outside the above will not be accepted as evidence of having received your COVID-19 vaccination doses.