SES Local Controller/ Community and Corporate Resilience Officer (SES Operations)

Status: Partnership with Logan City Council

Salary: Starting from $90,711.66 per annum + Superannuation

Tenure: 3-year temporary contract with regular performance reviews

Location: Logan Region, South Eastern Region

Unit: Logan City SES Unit

Closing Date: 25 September 2025

The role of the SES Local Controller is focused on the leadership and management of an SES unit within the framework of the State Emergency Service Act 2024 (Qld) and the related polices and procedure of both SES and Local Government.

About SES

The State Emergency Service (SES) is a vital part of the Queensland Police Service, dedicated to helping communities prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and emergencies. With over 5,200 active, unpaid members, SES volunteers play a crucial role in supporting local, state, and national emergency efforts.

SES members are trained in a wide range of skills—from rescue operations to community support—and work together to assist the most vulnerable during times of crisis. These skills not only serve the community but also enrich members' personal and professional lives.

Whether you're on the frontline or supporting through administration, communications, or logistics, SES offers meaningful opportunities for people from all backgrounds. Teamwork, training, and shared experiences often lead to lifelong friendships and a deep sense of purpose.

Skills and Responsibilities

Lead the operational management of the Logan City SES Unit to ensure readiness for emergency and disaster response.

Support volunteer capability by overseeing recruitment, training, and career development.

Maintain operational assets, including facilities, fleet, equipment, and communication systems.

Deliver community engagement programs that promote resilience and self-sufficiency.

Ensure compliance with SES and local government policies, procedures, and governance standards.

Manage financial and administrative functions of the SES Unit.

Foster strong relationships with Logan City Council and provide regular updates and reports.

Highly desirable skills and experience

Experience working with or within a volunteer-based environment.

Understanding of volunteer support strategies, especially in emergency operations.

Ability to support a diverse volunteer workforce and promote inclusive service delivery.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Current or rapidly attainable qualifications in:

Volunteering in the SES

Workplace Safety

AIIMS Awareness & Intermediate

Task and Management System (TAMS)

First Aid & CPR

Rescue Operations

Storm and Water Damage Operations

Mandatory Requirements

eligibility to apply for or hold a current Blue Card

active member or ability to become an active member of SES

be an Australian citizen or resident or working legally in Australia.

Council specific requirements

Progression Opportunity: Potential to advance from Level 5 to Level 6 based on performance and leadership capability.

Contract Term: Initial 3-year appointment as Local Controller, with ongoing employment subject to regular performance reviews by Logan City Council and Queensland SES.

Probation: 6-month probationary period applies.

Volunteer Commitment: Role includes out-of-hours volunteer responsibilities.

Criminal History Check: Required during the application process.

Emergency Response Vehicle: On-call, fit-for-purpose vehicle provided.

Immunisation Requirement: Must comply with Council’s immunisation program (e.g., tetanus, hepatitis A & B).

Flexible Hours: Includes on-call and after-hours emergency work.

Medical Fitness: Pre-employment functional assessment required to confirm fitness for duty.

For more information and how to apply to apply please submit: a letter of suitability (no more than 2 pages) addressing the key requirements of the role and resume (no more than 4 pages) outlining your skills, experience and qualifications to [email protected]

All applications are to be sent directly to the below:

Name: Danni Bull

Phone 0429 729 449

Email: [email protected]

For more information about SES go to the website www.ses.qld.gov.au