• Help shape a safer, resilient community
• Full time permanent opportunity with flexible working options
• $109K - $123K per annum (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation

About the team
This role sits within Council’s Customer Experience team, with a strong connection to our Facilities and Venue Experience function. Reporting to the Manager Customer Experience this role will work across Council building relationships ensuring we are prepared for municipal emergencies.

About the role
As our Emergency Management Lead, you will support Glen Eira in driving our Municipal Emergency Management Plan to ensure everything we put into place aligns with the current legislation and provides best practice.

While experience in municipal emergency management is valued, it is not essential. We are equally interested in your ability to learn quickly, apply sound reasoning, and contribute positively to emergency preparedness, response and recovery through strong governance, coordination and people centered thinking.

Other responsibilities include:

• Providing high‑level executive support to the Municipal Emergency Management Plan, such as preparing agendas, papers, taking minutes, action tracking and membership coordination.
• Ensure emergency preparedness for Council and the community including Emergency Relief Centre preparedness.
• Be part of the on-call emergency management rosters
• Leading engagement initiatives for the community while providing accessible communications and targeted outreach
• Supporting the development of the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Emergency and Crisis Management Plan.
• Leading the Town Hall Emergency Management Plan.

About you
Having a deep understanding of municipal emergency management legislation, policy, and council responsibilities is advantageous however, not essential. We are looking for someone who is a confident, thoughtful professional who builds strong relationships and can stay calm and focused when the stakes are high. You bring sound judgement, critical thinking and the ability to interpret complex information including legislation and policy, and translate it into practical, workable outcomes.

If you are passionate about building resilience and ready to make a meaningful impact when it matters most, we would love to hear from you.

The following is also required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Emergency Management (or related field) and/or extensive experience delivering municipal emergency management programs in local or state government.
• Demonstrated expertise in legislation, policy and council emergency management responsibilities, with the ability to provide specialist advice across all levels.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and make decisions with incomplete information, escalate effectively, and meet concurrent deadlines.
• Victorian Driver’s Licence is mandatory.  

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Interview information
The interviews will take place between Monday, 16 March 2026and Friday, 20 March 2026, between 9am and 5pm. 

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
 Position Description - Emergency Management Lead - February 2026.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: Thursday 12 March at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Robert Parker, Manager Customer experience on 9524 3207 or email RParker@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality  services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.