Site Emergency Management Officer

Reference number: 10670

Closing date: 11:00pm Sunday, 1 June 2025

• Permanent part-time position (0.60 FTE)
• Working 22.8 hours per week (flexible to work across 3 to 5 days)
• Commencing at Band 5 $41.81 per hour plus 11.5% superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience)

The Opportunity

Moonee Valley City Council is seeking a proactive and experienced Site Emergency Management Officer to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of emergency management plans across council-operated facilities.

This hands-on role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by ensuring that our facilities are well-prepared for emergency situations, staff are trained and supported, and our procedures meet the highest standards.

You will play a vital role in maintaining a culture of safety and readiness while acting as Chief Warden at the Civic Centre and supporting a network of wardens and first aiders across Council sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and test tailored Site Emergency Management Plans (SEMPs).
• Act as Chief Warden for the Civic Centre and coordinate emergency responses.
• Lead training and drills for wardens and site personnel.
• Liaise with internal teams and emergency services to ensure coordinated responses.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation (including AS 3745 and OH&S Act).
• Maintain Council's emergency equipment and documentation.
• Chair emergency forums and contribute to business continuity initiatives.

About You

• A qualification or extensive experience in emergency management, public safety, or business continuity.
• Strong working knowledge of emergency planning legislation and risk management principles.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to influence, train, and lead.
• Demonstrated experience acting as a Chief or Deputy Warden (or willingness to undertake training).
• A current Victorian Driver Licence and the ability to work flexibly, including outside normal business hours when required.

Next Steps

Applications must be submitted through our online system and should be in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide. Applications that do not meet these requirements may not be considered.

For further information, please view the Position Description and/or contact Steph Chircop, Senior Coordinator Emergency & Resilience on (03) 9243 8793 to seek further insights to the role.

In line with Council Policy, Council positions require you to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are successful in our recruitment and selection process, you will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status.