Senior Emergency Management Officer – Overview
Emergency Management Services is a small team that works across two sites. The Senior Emergency Management Officer contributes to and undertakes the development, monitoring, maintenance, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Emergency Management activities at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) and Osborne Park Hospital (OPH). The role supports the implementation of change throughout the hospital(s). Key responsibilities include:
* Responding to and investigating hospital emergencies, including Emergency Operations Centres.
* Building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Coordinating hospital emergency preparedness, including evacuation, fire safety and major incident training.
* Contributing to planning and risk mitigation for planned building works, including major infrastructure development.
The successful applicant may be required to participate in a no‐call roster, including after‐hours, weekends and public holidays.
What we offer
* Generous salary packaging to increase take‐home pay.
* Professional and career development opportunities.
* Diverse and inclusive culture.
Eligibility to Apply
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for permanent positions in the public sector. For a fixed‐term appointment, applicants must provide documentary evidence of their entitlement to live and work in Australia for the contract period.
Selection Process and Background Checks
WA Health requires applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity check as part of the appointment process. A working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‐employment health assessment may also be required. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and past ethical behaviour. Adverse information is not necessarily disqualifying but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
EEO Statement
North Metropolitan Health Service fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. Applicants who align with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care are encouraged to apply for this role. NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. Equality and disability policies are upheld under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and the social model of disability.
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