Senior Coordinator Volunteer Capability and Sustainability

Department of Fire & Emergency Services WA
Cockburn Central, WA
A$120,457-$132,753 p/a
Community Services & Development → Volunteer Coordination & Support
Full-time
On-site

Posted 7 days ago


This position is a fixed term full-time opportunity commencing 1 November 2025 for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.

About the Role

The Senior Coordinator Volunteer Capability and Sustainability is responsible for developing strategies and programs that contribute to securing a sustainable volunteer workforce for WA’s emergency services.

The position undertakes projects and develops policies that contribute to organisational objectives related to volunteers and, supports implementation of initiatives that meet organisational outcomes including recruitment and retention and works to provide a foundation for volunteer sustainability in the emergency services.

Sounds like you and want to know more? Then click on 'Apply' to be redirected to the full advertisement and to view the Job Description Form (JDF).

If you have any further questions, please contact Dr Catharine Phillips, Manager Strategic Volunteer and Youth Programs, on 0476 897 856 or by email [email protected].

If you don’t want to miss out on this great opportunity, Apply Now!

All applications must be submitted online, simply click 'Apply' and follow the instructions.

Please do not send your application to Catharine Phillips or seek their assistance with lodging your application.

Eligibility To Apply

You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency to be considered for permanent appointments or hold a working visa covering the term of the contract (proof must be provided with your application) to be eligible for this position.

Closing Date: 9 September 2025.


About Department of Fire & Emergency Services WA

Cockburn Central, WA, Australia
Government & Defence
5001-10000 employees

As Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role in coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property.

DFES employs over 1,800 operational personnel and corporate staff. DFES also has an extensive network of more than 26,000 volunteers who generously donate their time to deliver essential emergency services to the WA community.

DFES operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year and collaborates with local communities and other government agencies to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural hazards including:

Fire

Cyclone

Storm

Flood

Tsunami

Earthquake

Hazmat Incidents

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