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Emergency Management Officer and Deputy LEMOJoin to apply for the Emergency Management Officer and Deputy LEMO role at Penrith City CouncilEmergency Management Officer and Deputy LEMO4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Emergency Management Officer and Deputy LEMO role at Penrith City CouncilGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.About UsAt Penrith City Council, were passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so were here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:A range of flexible work arrangements18 weeks paid maternity leaveHealth and wellbeing leave15 days personal leaveSignificant financial and leave support for undertaking further educationDiverse salary packagingFree access to all Ripples venuesAnd much, much more!About UsAt Penrith City Council, were passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so were here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:A range of flexible work arrangements18 weeks paid maternity leaveHealth and wellbeing leave15 days personal leaveSignificant financial and leave support for undertaking further educationDiverse salary packagingFree access to all Ripples venuesAnd much, much more!Our Strategic Asset Management Department is responsible for the centralised planning of Councils Civil and Parks Asset Management programs, and oversees Councils assets including buildings, active and passive open space areas (including sporting fields, playgrounds, parks), roads, bridges, footpaths and drainage. The Department also manages Councils legislated emergency management responsibilities and functions.About The RoleAn exciting opportunity exists within the Strategic Asset Management Department for an experienced, motivated and dedicated emergency management professional to join our Emergency Management team in the position of Emergency Management Officer and Deputy Local Emergency Management Officer (LEMO).In this position you will be responsible for supporting the Local Emergency Management Officer (LEMO) in driving the development, management and continuous improvement of emergency management policy, responses, services and programs with a focus on building resilience and minimising the impact that emergencies have on the Penrith Community.You will also assist in supporting the Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMC), Local Emergency Operations Controller (LEOCON), and LEMC functional agency staff, including maintaining the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) at operational readiness for use during emergencies, and providing operational and administrative support during emergencies as required.This position will require flexibility in working additional hours before, during and after disaster events at short notice in which an on-call allowance will be available. You may be required to work offsite and at the Emergency Operations Centre during a disaster event.Essential CriteriaTertiary qualifications in emergency management or related area, and/or demonstrated experience in emergency management or related areas.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in emergency management administrative and support processes.Demonstrated experience working in a multi-agency emergency operations centre.Working knowledge, of the responsibilities of a Local Emergency Management Officer under the State Emergency Management Plan and the Penrith EMPLAN.Demonstrated knowledge of the NSW State Emergency Management (SERM) legislation and Rural Fires Act.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills demonstrated by the establishment and maintenance of good working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.Current Class C Driver License.Commencing salary: $112,849.00 - $130,626.00 per annum, plus 11.5% Superannuation.Access to a Leaseback Vehicle or Motor Vehicle Allowance is available with this position; however, it is not a condition of employment.You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, in order to progress through the recruitment process.Visit careers.penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online using the link below.In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on 16 June 2025. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.For further information about the position, please contact Laurence Cafarella, Emergency Management Coordinator and Local Emergency Management Officer on 4732 8181.Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website .Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Penrith City Council by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Management Officer roles.Windsor, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoStrathfield, New South Wales, Australia A$120,000.00-A$130,000.00 2 weeks agoNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoAudit and Enterprise Risk Management Systems OfficerBlacktown, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoGroup Risk & Compliance Officer Blacktown NSW 2148Blacktown, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoAudit and Enterprise Risk Management Systems OfficerBlacktown, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoRydalmere, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoResources Management Officer - Multi-Unit DwellingsBlacktown, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoInformation Management Officer - OperationsPenrith, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoResources Management Officer - Multi-Unit DwellingsBlacktown, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSilverwater, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoAdministration Officer - Outpatient Services Blacktown & Mount Druitt HospitalsBlacktown, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConcord, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSenior Project Officer - Digital PrioritiesParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoActing Administration Officer AO5 for CGU - Parental Leave - REQ580653Westmead, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoWorkers Compensation & Injury Management OfficerBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 10 hours agoMacquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoMedical Secretary (Administration Officer Lvl 3) - Fairfield Hospital - Perm FTPrairiewood, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSilverwater, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoMacquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoMacquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoSilverwater, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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