BEM Preparedness Officer

The Bushfire and Emergency Management (BEM) Preparedness Officer will assist with the design and implementation of preparedness arrangements in line with emergency management capability requirements. The BEM Preparedness  Officer will be embedded with the district but work as part of the regional team to identify and manage EM capability within the DEECA and FFMVic partner workforcess, supporting equittable rostering and development planning.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Hold a current FFMVic emergency management role, or willing to work towards one.
• Demonstrated experience in emergency management, preferably with good knowledge of preparedness requirements.

This is a part-time fixed term position available until 6 November 2026. The work location for this position is Epsom, working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 29 April 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.