Make a real impact in community resilience and emergency management

North Burnett Regional Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Disaster Management Officer to play a pivotal role in strengthening the region’s preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience to disaster events.

This is a hands-on and highly collaborative role where you will work closely with emergency services, government agencies, community organisations, businesses, and internal Council teams to support and coordinate disaster management across the North Burnett region.

Perks of working at Council

- Be part of a passionate and talented team

- Enjoy a healthy work-life balance, including rostered days off (RDOs) and flexible working arrangements

- Benefit from generous leave entitlements, including 17.5% annual leave loading

- Access salary packaging and novated leasing options

- Take advantage of our Employee Study Assistance Scheme, professional development and training opportunities

- Access our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support with work or personal matters

- Relocation assistance available for eligible roles

Position Details:

- Salary Range: Competitive package with salary negotiable based on experience

- Work type: Permanent Full-time

- Location: Gayndah

- Schedule: 72.5 hour fortnight | 9-day fortnight

About the Role

As the Disaster Management Officer, you will play a vital role in strengthening Council’s disaster capability by coordinating prevention, preparedness, response and recovery (PPRR) activities associated with disaster events across the North Burnett.

In this dynamic role you will contribute to the coordination and delivery of Council’s disaster management arrangements, support operational response during activations and recovery efforts, build trusted relationships and work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

- Developing, implementing and reviewing all relevant Local Disaster Management plans, documents, policies and procedures.





- Providing specialist advice on disaster management practice, programs, initiatives.

- Supporting the Local Disaster Coordinator during disaster events and providing secretariat support to the Local Disaster Management Group

- Coordinating and delivering community engagement initiatives, educational awareness and preparedness campaigns.

- Planning and delivering disaster mitigation and community resilience projects including grant funded projects.

- Building and maintaining strong partnerships with key stakeholders across all levels of government, non-government organisations and the community

- Preparing high-quality reports, plans, briefings and grant funding applications.

About You

We are seeking someone who brings strong disaster management expertise and the ability to operate effectively under pressure.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- At least 3 years’ experience in disaster management or a similar field, preferably within local government

- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes on time and within budget

- Highly developed communication skills, including report writing and stakeholder engagement

- Proven ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders and community groups

- Experience in community engagement, training coordination, and resilience building initiatives

- Strong attention to detail and a high level of professionalism and discretion

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and corporate management systems

- Ability to work flexibly, including outside standard hours during disaster events

Qualifications & Requirements

- Current C Class Driver’s Licence

- Positive Notice Blue Card





- Tertiary qualification in emergency management, public safety, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Please refer to the full Position Description for full details regarding the responsibilities and requirements of this position.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Open until filled

CONTACT: For further information regarding this position, please contact Darren Simpson from the Recruitment Team on Ph: 0447 153 *** or email: **************@northburnett.qld.gov.au during business hours.

Why work with us?

The North Burnett Regional Council serves a population of over 10,000 permanent residents, dispersed across an area of 19,700 square kilometres, comprising six main townships and 25 villages and farming catchments.

The region is home to incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic relaxed lifestyle.

Work-life balance, this role allowing you to enjoy our beautiful rural location, and relaxed natural environment, while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.

Community and connection, find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.

Rural lifestyle, enjoy the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.

Accommodation / housing, the North Burnett Region offers a range of affordable housing options, ideal for those entering the property market.

There really is no better place to live, work, and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett.

Additional Information:

To be considered for this position, you must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

North Burnett Regional Council is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: North Burnett Regional Council reserves the right to close, withdraw, or extend vacancies at any time without prior notice. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted before the closing date.

📌 Disaster Management Officer (Gayndah)
🏢 North Burnett Regional Council
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