Lead and support the preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation of emergency management activities across the Banyule Community.

Are you an experienced emergency management professional, passionate about leadership and operational excellence? We're seeking a talented Emergency Management Team Leader to ensure preparedness and support during critical events, meeting the everyday needs of the community while being fully equipped to respond effectively in times of crisis.

Why you'll love this role:

At Banyule City Council, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and future-focused workplace. As our Emergency Management Team Leader, you'll play a pivotal role in coordinating preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts. You'll work across the organisation and in partnership with emergency services, neighbouring councils and the community to ensure our plans are comprehensive, effective, and responsive to local needs.

This role is part of Banyule's Leadership Network – you'll have opportunities to grow your skills and experience of leadership in a Local Government context and develop your skills as an organisational leader beyond your role-based expertise.

What you'll do:

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Council's emergency management functions, including preparedness, response, recovery, and fire prevention, ensuring alignment with statutory obligations and legislative requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and review municipal emergency management plans and procedures, ensuring they reflect current risks, community needs, and legislative standards.
• Coordinate key activities in preparation and response to fire prevention and compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and responsive working environment within the emergency management unit.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships - across Council and with partners and the community.

What you'll bring/what we are looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in Emergency Management, Public Safety or Community Safety and/or extensive experience relevant to Emergency Management.
• A thorough understanding of emergency management legislation, frameworks, and best practices, with the capability to develop, implement, and review emergency management plans, policies, and procedures.
• Management and leadership skills and the ability to coach, motivate and influence, including manage staff during emergency response activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and develop stakeholder engagement, whilst maintaining strong relationships with government agencies, emergency services, and community stakeholders, as well as supporting community consultation and engagement efforts.
• Strong project management skills with experience in managing complex priorities and timelines.
• Ability to undertake the role of Municipal Emergency Management Officer as the delegate for Council.

Pre-employment requirements

• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Current Working with Children's Check

In this position the incumbent will be required to be available for on-call duties and respond to emergency situations as required, supporting Council's operational response.

We offer:

• Permanent, full-time position with a monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO).
• Salary from $105,724.83 to $117,953.20 per annum plus super (on call allowance paid in addition as required).
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives.
• Flexible work and leave arrangement, hybrid work arrangements.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and take the next step in your career as our Emergency Management Team Leader.

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter setting out your achievements aligned to the Key Selection Criteria in the position description.

For a confidential discussion, we encourage you to contact Joseph Linnestad on 03 9455 8816.

Applications close: 7 August 2025 at 11:45pm.

Why choose Banyule? At Banyule City Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present, and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.