Risk & Emergency Coordinator

• 38 hours per week
• Temporary until 19 February 2027
• Location: Preferably in the Western Region or in a neighbouring region
• Administration & Clerical Grade 6 Salary from $113574.00 plus super and leave loading

About the role

As the Risk & Emergency Coordinator leads risk emergency management and work health and safety initiatives that support resilient communities and primary industries. Partner with stakeholders to drive preparedness response and recovery activities while promoting a strong risk management culture across the region.

We are looking for an individual who can:

• Develop promote and support the implementation of planning prevention response and recovery activities for Emergency Management.
• Develop and strengthen productive internal and external stakeholder relationships focusing on Emergency Management across organisations such as Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) Regional Emergency Management Committees (REMCs) inter-agency partners and statewide networks.
• Develop support and lead the increase of riskconscious activities and risk management functions within the region by providing assistance with the implementation of statewide risk initiatives and applications.
• Monitor audit develop and continuously refine the regions Risk Register and support its effective application across the region.
• Develop support and lead the increase of WHSconscious activities and WHS management functions within the region by providing and assisting with the implementation of statewide WHS initiatives and applications.
• Assist with supporting the region in improving the accuracy and timeliness of incident and audit reporting and submissions across risk emergency management and WHS.
• Coordinate the organisation facilitation and continued training opportunities in emergency management risk and WHS.TH1

About You

To be successful in this role our ideal candidate will have the following:

• The ability to remain calm in high pressure situations
• Good communication and relationship building skills
• The ability to prioritise and work autonomously
• Be an analytical thinker able to identify and manage WHS risks.
• Have exceptional interpersonal skills to help promote a safety culture within our region.
• Strong documentation and report-writing skills.

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

A downloadable copy of the role description is linked below for your reference.

Role Description LLS Grade 6 Risk and Emergency Coordinator

Closing Date: 12pm Wednesday 24 June 2026

If you would like to hear more about this role please contact Michelle Johnson Manager Biosecurity & Emergency Services

This is an internal EOI opportunity if have not been comparatively assessed at-grade you may be asked to undergo a Suitability Assessment to assess your capability against the role requirements and focus capabilities.

What to expect next

• Youll receive a confirmation email
• Well review all applications once the ad closes
• If shortlisted you may be invited to interview on Microsoft Teams or in person
• Further assessments will follow (e.g. written task skills test psychometric test)
• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
• The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks a national police check pre-employment medical assessment and/or other assessments as required.

You can email us at or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information
Diversity equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds including but not limited to; gender age ethnicity race cultural heritage disability religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible welcoming and free from barriers.