Overview
Department of Health Tasmania – Launceston TAS
The Emergency Preparedness and Response Unit (EPRU) is responsible for whole-of-Agency emergency management for the Department of Health.
The Role
The Senior Planner works as part of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Unit (EPRU) statewide team to plan and coordinate emergency management systems and processes within an emergency risk management framework, consistent with legislative, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as Departmental, local, regional, and state emergency management strategic policies and plans.
Under the leadership of the Manager - Emergency Management, the Senior Planner (North) will:
* Within a service area of responsibility, write, review, and validate service escalation and surge demand plans to contribute to the development of an agency-wide emergency management capability and incident management framework for the Department.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the service area's escalation and surge demand planning, emergency notification procedures, and emergency risk management process is efficient, effective, and compliant with the Department's risk management framework.
* Establish, maintain, and promote cooperative and collaborative partnerships with intra-agency, regional, local, non-government, and community stakeholders in relation to emergency management.
* Participate in committees and sub-committees at state, regional and local levels with a focus on risk identification and mitigation strategies for all hazards, and integrated planning and response for emergency management, including capability, resilience building and improved interoperability.
Notes on Application: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australias only island state, offers natural beauty and a lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients, and embracing a lifestyle with experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment
Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 12 months.
Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Position Features
* A flexible working arrangement may be negotiated
* In the event of a major emergency, the Senior Planner may be required to work outside normal working hours to support DoH and/or broader whole-of-government emergency response and recovery operations
* Regular intrastate travel is a requirement of this role
* Must be available to participate in an on-call Duty Officer roster
Salary
$107,899 to $122,292 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
* Current Driver's Licence
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Relevant qualification from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent experience
* Negative Vetting 1 level security clearance
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties
Statement of Duties:
* Senior Planner Band 6
Application Guide
Department of Health - Applicant Guide
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Paul Yarnall
Position: Director - Emergency Management
Phone number: 036166 5786
Email: ************@health.tas.gov.au
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