Community Emergency Services Manager
The Shire of Nannup is a vibrant, forward-thinking local government dedicated to building a sustainable and environmentally conscious community. Located in the picturesque South West region of WA, we offer a desirable lifestyle and the opportunity for the position of Community Emergency Services Manager to join our dedicated team.
- Full-Time Position
- Salary: $80,000 to $94,000 per annum dependent upon skills and experience, plus DFES allowance, other allowances, over time and superannuation.
- The successful person must reside within the DFES Lower South West Region as a condition of employment. The preference is that the person resides within the Shire of Nannup.
- Commuting Use Only of Vehicle is permitted within the Lower South West DFES Region (Shire of Nannup, Donnybrook-Balingup, Busselton, Augusta-Margaret River, Manjimup, Bridgetown-Greenbushes, Boyup Brook).
About the Role:
You will primarily manage the delivery and implementation of preparedness, prevention, response and recovery services, for bush fire, in the Shire of Nannup. You will develop and maintain effective partnerships that adopt a best practice approach to emergency management delivery between the Shire, Department Fire Emergency Services, Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades, Volunteer State Emergency Services and the community.
This role requires a high level of communication and interpersonal skills as well as developed leadership, management and administrative ability. Proven experience in and knowledge of the fire and emergency services industry, in particular Bush Fire Brigades and Local Government would be advantageous.
This position will have an operational component in emergency response and as such, will be required to work regularly on weekend and evenings outside normal business hours, as well as participating in an on call roster.
To be considered for this position, applicants must include in their application a resume and a statement outlining their suitability for the position be addressing each of the essential role requirements.
Applicants must be able to provide a National Police Clearance no more than six months old and a current Western Australia C class driver’s licence.
Why Join Us:
- Be part of a dynamic team working towards a sustainable future for the Shire of Nannup.
- Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Contribute to meaningful projects that make a positive impact on the community and environment.
- Flexible working arrangement options available to support a range of lifestyles.
- Up to 16.5% employer superannuation contributions.
- Novated lease options available.
- Salary sacrificing.
- Training and development opportunities.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants can access the employment information and application package by clicking the link below, or by contacting the Shire at (08) 9756 1018.
To apply, please submit your resume and a covering letter outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to hr@nannup.wa.gov.au, via post, PO Box 11 Nannup 6275 or in person at the Shire Administration building 15 Adam St, Nannup WA 6275.
Enquiries: David Taylor; Chief Executive Officer on 9756 1018 or email hr@nannup.wa.gov.au.
Closing date: Applications for this position will be received up until the role is filled. Applications for this position will be assessed in the first instance on Friday 20th December 2024 and Interviews planned to be conducted on Monday 23rd December.
David Taylor
Chief Executive Officer
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