Trainer

Contribute to VICSES operational readiness through delivery of training & assessment programs, support & coaching of Volunteer Unit Trainers.

• $74,580 to $82,571 + 11.5% Super
• Ongoing, Full Time
• Office Location: Sunshine Office

ROLE SUMMARY:

This role is responsible for delivering competency-based training and assessment programs, across the Region and providing by advising, coaching, supervising, and monitoring Volunteer Unit Trainers in the delivery of training.

The position enhances Operational Readiness by supporting the Unit Support Teams from time to time in the development of plans to reduce training gaps in Units and Regional Operational Capability Standards.

The Trainer maintains volunteer training and assessment records to meet VICSES Registered Training Organisation (RTO) compliance and VICSES Health and Safety standards.

The Victoria State Emergency Service plays a major role in Victoria's emergency response activities during emergencies for which it is responsible including Flood, Storm, Earthquake, Tsunami, Landslide, along with supporting other agencies and departments as required under section 6A of the VICSES Act. Employees can be directly employed for these roles or may be called upon to support emergency response activities as required following appropriate training and suitability assessment.

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 Country Fire Authority (CFA), Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV), Parks Victoria and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) during major bushfire and emergency incidents.

TO APPLY:

Please view the Position Description and submit an application via careers.vic

Applications should include a cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience, along with a current resume or CV.

For further information about the role, please contact Justin Navas on 0467 723 807.

Applications close Monday, 30 June 2025.

VICSES is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to being a child safe organisation and are taking a leadership role in gender equality in the emergency management sector. For more information on our values and the benefits of working with us, please click here - ses.vic.gov.au/join-us/careers

Applications close Monday 30 June 2025 at 11.59PM