The SA SES is a volunteer-based emergency assistance and rescue organisation providing vital support to the South Australian community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Each year, SA SES responds to thousands of calls for assistance, helping to save lives and protect property across the state. Our 1800 volunteers, based in 69 units across South Australia, are supported by a dedicated team of staff committed to the same mission: minimising the loss of life, injuries and damage from emergencies and natural disasters.

We seek a strong administrative and community minded expert that has the interpersonal skills required to drive impactful community engagement initiatives from concept to delivery, helping strengthen community connections and achieve positive outcomes.

Bring your creative ideas to life through developing compelling campaigns that strengthen community awareness and participation.

About the role

This role will support the South Australian State Emergency Service (SASES) commitment to creating safer communities by partnering with them to prepare for and respond to extreme weather conditions including heat, storm and flood.

The Community Engagement Officer will play a key role in supporting the Community Resilience team to develop a broad range of programs, presentations and projects. This entails pro-actively engaging and collaborating with a range of key stakeholders including volunteer members, members of the public, all SASES staff, Government Officials, their staff, and other emergency service staff[RW1.1]. It will also require you to independently represent SASES at different community events, such as regional shows, where you will provide information to members of the public.

About you

SASES is seeking an individual that is a committed to providing efficient and effective administration support and coordination, with experience in creating highly professional communication and presentation content. You will be a team player that is committed to building team-oriented working relationships with others.





Whether you have experience working in an administration role within events planning or coordination, you will enjoy the variety, chaos and pressure that comes with preparing for important events. You will have a pro-active and planned approach meeting deadlines and desired outcomes.

Flair, creativity and confident communication will also be required, when creating presentations to ensure they have a meaningful impact on the desired audience, the members of the community.

In addition to energy and enthusiasm for creating effective promotional campaigns, you will possess suitable qualifications (or relevant experience) in Community Services, Administration, Event Management or Hospitality, or similar.

About us

The SA SES is a volunteer-based emergency response and rescue organisation providing vital support to the South Australian community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Each year, SA SES responds to thousands of calls for assistance, helping to save lives and protect property across the state. Our 1800 volunteers, based in 69 units across South Australia, are supported by a dedicated team of staff committed to the same mission: minimising the loss of life, injuries and damage from emergencies and natural disasters.

Our vision is to be a reliable and trusted volunteer-based organisation building safe and resilient communities. We are guided by our core values of service, professionalism, trust, respect, collaboration, honesty, courage and sustainability.

At SA SES, we take pride in serving with integrity, working together to find solutions and striving for excellence in all we do for the safety and resilience of all South Australians.





We celebrate diversity across our business and recognise the significant benefits offered through a wide range of views, perspectives and experiences. Fostering a workforce, of both paid staff and volunteers, which is rich in knowledge, skills and life and work experiences supports us in delivering on our corporate objectives.

Why us?

- we offer purpose-driven work that supports the preparedness and safety of the South Australian community,

- we offer an inclusive and diverse workforce that values the contributions and unique perspectives of all,

- we offer access to professional development and the chance to grow your skills while making an impact, and

- we are a supportive team of passionate and motivated people.

Operational duties

As an emergency response and rescue service, our people undertake duties across our routine business functions, as well as participating in operational duties during event activations. This provides a unique opportunity to not only use the skills and knowledge you have in your daily occupation, but also to develop tactical skills while being part of the emergency response.

Operational duties may be rostered across mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Staff who are rostered on operational duties are remunerated appropriately and in accordance with the relevant industrial instruments.

How to Apply

Before applying, please review the Application Guidelines and Role Description.

Your application must include:

1. a letter of no more than two pages which outlines your suitability for the role as outlined in the Application Guidelines included with this advertisement.

2. and a current CV which includes the details of at least two recent referees, one of which being a current line manager: and

3. a completed and signed Pre-Employment Declaration form.

Applications that do not follow these instructions may not be considered.

Enquiries about the role can be directed to Mel Leyn, Senior Project Officer, Community Engagement on 04•• ••• 116 or via [email protected]

Applications close: 11:45pm Monday 23 November 2026.

📌 Community Engagement Officer (Keswick)
🏢 SA State Emergency Service
📍 Keswick