SES Local Controller

Job Description

3 Years Maximum Term Full Time | 9 day fortnight $112,372 pa + 12% superQld Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) - Level 7 of EBA5 72.5hour fortnight Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days. Location: Strathpine Join City of Moreton Bay as the SES Local Controller, and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow. As the SES Local Controller, you will lead the operational management of the Moreton Bay SES Unit and volunteers , in accordance with Queensland State Emergency Service (QSES) and City of Moreton Bay policies. You'll be managing SES assistance to residents and agencies during storm and flood response, evacuation and evacuation centre support, searches, and deployments. Other key activities include: Leading and managing the delivery of training of SES members/volunteers Leading management and maintenance of Council’s SES facilities to meet operational requirements of the Moreton Bay SES Unit Being at the forefront of identifying and removing challenges to emergency management activities Building high-level relationships and partnerships across a range of diverse internal and external stakeholders including members of the community, other government agencies (local, state and federal), and special interest groups Fostering a high-performance team culture Managing financial and governance responsibilities Special Requirements This position reports directly to the City of Moreton Bay Disaster Management Coordinator and has an indirect reporting relationship with the QSES Area Controller-Brisbane Region. Given the close working partnership between City of Moreton Bay and QSES, this position is required to manage the legislative, doctrinal and reputational responsibilities of the role on behalf of both organisations. Participate in an on-call duty officer roster and accept emergency activation calls on behalf of the Unit. Applicants must be prepared to undertake appropriate SES training modules as required for this position. Must be available for some work on weekends, public holidays and other out of usual hours work as required. We're looking for your significant experience leading an SES Unit and applying the State Emergency Service Act 2024 (Qld) and Disaster Management Act 2003 (Qld), as well as extensive experience in managing and driving high performing teams in a complex environment. You'll also bring: Active contribution to fostering a healthy, inclusive and well-connected workplace. Applied knowledge of sound financial practices within a legislative environment. Qualification and/or equivalent experience in emergency management preferably in an SES unit. Current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card (or willingness to apply). Current active member of the SES (or eligibility to join the SES). Why City of Moreton Bay? What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career. We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council. This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time. At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career. Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us: See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it . The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before. Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own. Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team. You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits: Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days. Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS). Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices. Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program. Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service and Mates in Construction program. Our Caboolture and Strathpine offices have local parking on site and are close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute. Ready for a career that matters? Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future. Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role. You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish. As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check. For more information about City of Moreton Bay and to stay across what's happening in our city, follow us on LinkedIn. Your Future City. See it. Shape it. Live It.City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Advertised: 07 Feb 2025 Applications close: 08 Mar 2025 23:55 Sign in to check the progress of your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr