Senior Officer Emergency Management

City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder – Kalgoorlie WA Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. Together, we're working to build a vibrant and sustainable regional city... and we would love for you to join us. In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep. With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future. We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to: Be a clean and green city Be a place people call home Have facilities and services for everyone Encourage and support economic development and diversification Be a quality employer Fixed Term contract till 30 June 2026. Duties Key responsibilities include: Maintain, review, update, and implement City plans and documentation, including Local Emergency Management Arrangements (LEMA). Deliver prevention programs to reduce emergencies and improve community safety. Lead and coordinate the City's emergency response functions during incidents. Build and maintain relationships with external partners, service providers, stakeholders, and the mining sector. Work with the community to improve risk mitigation for fire, storm, earthquake, airport, and other emergencies. Consult widely on fire management plans, emergency arrangements, recovery planning, and related plans. Provide technical expertise and advice to internal and external customers. Collaborate with Community Safety staff on safety and fire inspection programs. Support emergency readiness and response for the City's airport. Prepare operational and Council reports as required. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation: Local Government Act (WA) 1995, Emergency Management Act 2005, Bush Fires Act 1954. Perform other duties as directed. Qualifications To be considered for this position, you will need: Extensive emergency management experience – (5+ years), including bushfire response and incident coordination. Accredited qualifications – Level 1 Incident Controller, Fire Control Officer, plus current WA 'C' Class Driver's Licence and National Police Clearance. Strong legislative knowledge – Bush Fires Act 1954, Emergency Management Act 2005, and Local Government compliance requirements. Proven leadership and communication skills – managing operations, inter‑agency collaboration, community engagement, and preparing plans/reports. Additional desirable skills – local government emergency operations, DFES mitigation funding, WorkSafe White Card, LGIS/AFAC training, and community resilience programs. Values Accountability – We take ownership of our actions and outcomes, delivering on our commitments. Collaboration – We work together with respect and shared purpose to achieve common goals. Teamwork – We support one another, celebrate collective success and grow stronger together. Respect – We treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives and build inclusive relationships. Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility in all we do. Transparency – We communicate openly, share information freely and foster trust. Excellence – We pursue high standards, continuous improvement and impactful results. Benefits Salary sacrificing Flexible Working Arrangements A host of health and well‑being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions Training and development opportunities Free Parking Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis) $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities Rebated childcare offered We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available. #J-18808-Ljbffr