Disaster Management Officer - 2955

Join Livingstone Shire council as our Disaster Management Officer!

Step into a meaningful position where your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and resilience of our idyllic coastal community. As a Disaster Management Officer, you'll work closely with the Coordinator Disaster Management and Community Resilience to implement Council’s disaster management programs. Your responsibilities will span across prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts, ensuring Livingstone Shire remains a safe and prepared community.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced candidate who possesses in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Disaster Management Act 2003, the Disaster Management Regulations 2014, and the Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements. If you can demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, and you have the ability to inspire and guide during critical operations as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills, paired with demonstrated experience negotiating and collaborating with diverse external stakeholders – we want to hear from you!

Come join our team today for the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the Livingstone Shire Community while taking advantage of an excellent work-life balance in a breathtaking coastal environment.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) and/or substantial experience with sound discipline knowledge of Queensland disaster management arrangements, principles and operations gained worked working in a similar role; and
• Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver licence.

• Salary: Between $94,341 p/a – $98,211 p/a (dependant on experience and qualifications);
• Superannuation: 12% for employees contributing 6% (total 18%, conditions apply);
• Salary Packaging Options;
• Relocation assistance;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Work a 9 day fortnight (RDO roster); and
• Employee Assistance Program.