Disaster and Emergency Support Officer

The Safety & Resilience Department plays a pivotal role in fostering a safe, prepared, and resilient organisation and community. With a focus on integrating internal services across Council, the department leads the charge in promoting health, safety, and wellbeing throughout operations. It also drives disaster management readiness and supports safety-related compliance initiatives within the broader community—ensuring that both Council and residents are equipped to respond effectively to emergencies and build long-term resilience.

This position provides a broad and varied range of administrative and logistical support to the Disaster and Emergency Resilience team, operating within the prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery (PPRR) framework. The role also contributes, under direction, to compliance-related activities across both safety and disaster functions.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in disaster and emergency management, with a commitment to supporting community resilience.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to shifting priorities and dynamic emergency situations.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Familiarity with Guardian IMS or comparable emergency management software platforms.
• A Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent relevant experience.
• A current Fire Safety Advisor Certification, or a willingness to obtain one.
• A TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, or a willingness to obtain this qualification.
• A current Queensland Driver’s Licence.

For this position we offer:

• Salary $82,791.82 - $90,205.62 per annum (Stream A, Level 3-4)
• Based in Moranbah
• Nominally 72.5 hours over a 9-day fortnight
• 5 weeks annual leave @ 17.5% loading
• Up to 14.5% super in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• RDO’s in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement
• Exclusive access for you and your immediate family to our Employee Assistance Program, facilitated through Gryphon Psychology

For more details on this exciting position contact the Senior Disaster & Emergency Resilience Partner during business hours: Maria Borg: (07) 4846 3203 or email [email protected]

To submit your application, please click ‘Apply Here.’ Alternatively, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected], ensuring your cover letter addresses:

• What your motivation is for applying.
• Willingness to relocate (if not based within the Isaac Region).
• Why you believe you could fulfil this position.

BEFORE YOU APPLY: Please visit isaac.qld.gov.au/careers to review the details position description. This will provide you with essential information about the role and ensure it aligns with your qualifications and career goals.

Applications Close: Sunday 19 October 2025
IRC has the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Isaac Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers are encouraged to apply.

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.