About the Shire of Victoria Plains
The Shire Victoria Plains is in the central wheatbelt of Western Australia 153 kms north-east of Perth and just 75 minutes from Ellenbrook. Traditionally a prosperous farming district, the shire is home to unique attractions such as Australia’s only Monastic Town, New Norcia, and the European Space Agency (ESA) ground station. Despite its small population, the shire is steeped in community spirit, energy and enthusiasm. It’s a special place to live and work- and is quickly becoming an employer of choice in the region.
The Opportunity
The Shire of Victoria Plains is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Emergency Management Officer to join its vibrant team of enthusiastic staff in Calingiri. Key duties are:
• Responsible to maintain and access the CCTV.
• Work closely with internal departments at the Shire and key stakeholder groups to ensure the emergency management and fire prevention functions are undertaken effectively and efficiently.
• In collaboration, coordinate the review and implementation of all Shire’s Emergency Management Plans and assist with the response/recovery efforts outlined within.
• Apply risk based strategic planning that maximises community and environmental safety during fire and other emergencies.
• Prepare verbal and written reports and present to a range of key internal / external stakeholder groups.
• The complete key duties can be download at the Shire’s website
The role has an anticipated commencement immediately start.
Selection Criteria
- Experience with Local Emergency Management Arrangements (LEMA) in accordance with the relevant legislation.
- Understanding of the Local Government Liaison Officer role.
- Experience with bushfire mitigation.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively engage with the community to increase awareness of emergency risk.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to function effectively to meet short deadlines in a pressured environment and work autonomously
Benefits
• In return for your hard work and dedication, Salary will be based on LGO Award 2021 Level 9, $86,864.96 FTE pro-rata, plus 12% Guarantee Super and an additional 6.5% subject to co-contribution option
• Access to Salary Packaging through SPA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support via Access Wellbeing Services
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive Local Government Environment
How to Apply
Your application is to outline your experience in a business environment and where possible, relate this to the role and attributes the successful person would possess.
• Addressing the selection criteria, no more than 2 pages.
• A copy of your current Resume / CV. to: marie.freeman@victoriaplains.wa.gov.au
• You able to download Job Description at the Shire of Victoria Plains’ website www.victoriaplains.wa.gov.au
If you have any queries regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact: Community Emergency Services Manager, Mikayla James at 08 9628 7004 or mikayla.james@dfes.wa.gov.au
Applications close 18th December 2025 at 4pm.
**Please note only shortlisted candidates for this role will be contacted.
**Be mindful that there is currently no staff housing available for this position. |