Period of Appointment

2 years

Hours per fortnight

76

Duties

Plans & Procedures:

•  Develop, update, and implement emergency management plans, policies and procedures in accordance with federal, state, and     local regulations.
•  Conduct risk assessments to determine vulnerabilities and prepare mitigation strategies.
•  Proactively update risk registers and mitigation strategies.
•  Prepare report for key committees as required.

 Training and Preparedness:

•  Create and deliver training programs and exercises for staff on emergency response and preparedness.
•  Organize drills and simulations to test emergency response capabilities and improve protocols.

Coordination and Collaboration:

• Work with key managers and internal committees to develop plans and procedures.
• Proactive approach to identify new risks / issues and work with key managers to identify appropriate risk mitigation strategies.

Response and Recovery:

• Undertake role of Chief Warden on a rotational basis.
• Assist in the coordination of emergency response activities during incidents, ensuring timely communication and resource allocation.
• Participate in post-incident recovery efforts.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to emergency management.
• Prepare and submit reports to management as required.

Access Control:

• Assist Infrastructure team to provide appropriate access to PAHSMA sites/ buildings for staff and contractors.
• Assist in the development of SOPS for access control.

Other duties as required and directed from time to time including, but not limited to:

• Undertake the role of first aid officer (or equivalent), provide first aid, and maintain the required first aid qualification as determined by PAHSMA.

Essential Requirements

Right to Work in Australia

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in a similar role
• Qualifications in Emergency Management or Risk Management

Download the Position Description and any Associated Documents

 PD - Emergency Risk Management Officer B4 - 2025-04-30.docx

 PD - Emergency Risk Management Officer B4 - 2025-04-30 (002).pdf

 Info for Applicants -EM.docx

 Info for Applicants -EM.pdf

How to apply

Please apply online by clicking the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Please submit your resume and a 300-word (max) written pitch outlining your suitability for the role and reason for applying.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. 

Refer to the 'Information for Applicants' document for further information. 

Please note attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the PAHSMA Recruitment team at recruitment@portarthur.org.au

For more information

Anne McVilly

Director Tourism Operations

m.0409 308 385

e:  anne.mcvilly@portarthur.org.au