Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Emergency management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/OORAIR1926032
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Operations Officer Road, Air, Industrial & Rail (RAIR) provides operational advice and support to the Operations Manager RAIR and the Deputy Chief Officers in the ongoing development and performance improvement of VICSES capabilities including the application of the State's Road Rescue response arrangements.
The Operations Officer RAIR coordinates a range of Capability Assessment programs and works closely with Regions to develop targeted treatment plans to ensure SES' ability to deliver on legislative functions related to Road Rescue. This operational role requires a flexible and solution focused approach, with the ability to coordinate competing demands and to deliver outcomes within clearly defined time and resource constraints.
This role also requires the ability to liaise with the various internal and external stakeholders and may be recalled to duty afterhours, including weekends, for emergency response. This is an operational role required to form part of the State Command team and undertake the role of Duty Officer as required.
WHO WE ARE:
Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) is a volunteer-based emergency service. Our highly skilled and equipped Volunteers are trained comprehensively in a wide range of emergency environments. To minimise the impact of emergencies when they occur and strengthen the community's capacity to recover swiftly and safely, VICSES focuses on working with communities and partners in building resilience to achieve more aware, informed and prepared communities. We support them to understand their risk and the relevance of taking action before, during and after emergency events.
As the largest road rescue network in Australia we have specialist teams that provide a 24/7 response to road accident and trauma incidents. We assist Victoria Police in search and rescue operations, and play an important role in supporting the CFA, FRV, Parks Victoria and DEECA during major bushfire and emergency incidents.
TO APPLY:
Please view the Position Description and submit an application via careers.vic.gov.au
Applications should include a cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience, along with a current resume
For further information about the role, please contact Matthew Taranto at [email protected]
Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 1 June 2026.
VICSES is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable people, upholding the highest standards of integrity and community trust, and leading gender equality in the emergency management sector. All applicants are required to complete the relevant screening processes prior to appointment. VICSES also supports flexible working arrangements, subject to operational and business requirements. For more information on our values, benefits, and recruitment process, please visit ses.vic.gov.au/join-us/careers