Location
Hobart
Hours per fortnight
73.5 hours per fortnight (talk to us about how this can work for you)
Duties
In May 2025, the TFS-SES Executive released the Culture Review Report to all TFS and SES members. The Report was delivered by independent consultants, EB&Co.
The Respect 360 Program is the body of work to implement actions to support implementation of the Review recommendations. The TFS-SES Executive will work alongside the Culture Implementation Lead and their team to support business units to co-design meaningful actions and programs of work to address the recommendations.
The focus of the Culture Implementation Lead role will be to lead a small team within the Office of the Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner to support the TFS and SES to lead and drive organisation change initiatives from the TFS SES Culture Review with the focus on shaping and improving workplace culture.
This work will support the culture vision for our organisations: The vision for the TFS and SES are cultures based on our organisational values. Where everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported and safe. Organisations we are proud of.
Essential Requirements
Pre-Employment Checks
The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:
- Arson and fire setting;
- Sexual offences;
- Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
- Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
- Making false declarations;
- Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
- Malicious damage and destruction to property
- Trafficking of narcotic substance;
- False alarm raising.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience in a similar role operating at a senior level, leading change where there are diverse and competing priorities.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or extensive experience and demonstrated achievement in a similar role.
- Experience in supporting a volunteer workforce.
Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
005514 - SoD - Culture Implementation Lead - Band 8 - Jan 2026.DOCX
005514 - SoD - Culture Implementation Lead - Band 8 - Jan 2026.pdf
Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX
Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.pdf
DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.
As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.
How to Apply
To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2081.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.
Further Information
For further information on this position, please contact Andrea Heath - Executive Director, Strategy and Capability on 0419 595 937 or andrea.heath@fire.tas.gov.au
Applications close on: Sunday 17th May 2026 at 11:55pm