Use your skill and knowledge to enhance VICSES operational readiness and response capability and contribute to continuous improvement of operational preparedness

$100,894 to $114,476 + 15% Commuted Allowance + 12% Super
Fixed Term Full Time – up to 1 December 2026
We offer a wide range of flexible working arrangements to suit everyone

ROLE SUMMARY: The Operations Officer – Emergency Management is an integral role within the Unit Support Team, responsible for the general guidance and support of VICSES Volunteer Units.

This role is responsible for providing high-level advice, support, training, and assistance to VICSES volunteers, local governments, other organisations and the community in the preparation, operationalisation, review and exercising of emergency management arrangements for VICSES Control Agency hazards to ensure VICSES meets its legislative requirements.

This role will actively undertake operational command and control functions during specific local, regional and/or state-wide operations performing the Regional Duty Officer function and/or Incident Management Team (IMT) role.

For more information on Commuted Allowance/IMT/Duty Officer role, please see this factsheet

WHO WE ARE: Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) is a volunteer-based emergency service. Our highly skilled and equipped Volunteers are trained comprehensively in a wide range of emergency environments. To minimise the impact of emergencies when they occur and strengthen the community's capacity to recover swiftly and safely, VICSES focuses on working with communities and partners in building resilience to achieve more aware, informed and prepared communities. We support them to understand their risk and the relevance of taking action before, during and after emergency events

As the largest road rescue network in Australia we have specialist teams that provide a 24/7 response to road accident and trauma incidents. We assist Victoria Police in search and rescue operations, and play an important role in supporting the Country Fire Authority (CFA), Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV), Parks Victoria and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) during major bushfire and emergency incidents

TO APPLY: Please view the and submit an application via CAREERS.VIC

Applications should include a cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience, along with a current resume or CV

For further information about the role please contact Brad Dalgleish on brad.dalgleish@ses.vic.gov.au

Applications close Monday, 12 October 2026.

VICSES is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable people, upholding the highest standards of integrity and community trust, and leading gender equality in the emergency management sector. All applicants are required to complete the relevant screening processes prior to appointment. VICSES also supports flexible working arrangements, subject to operational and business requirements. For more information on our values, benefits, and recruitment process, please visit ses.vic.gov.au/join-us/careers

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Applications close Monday 12 October 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

2 October 2026