Each week, we scan the iWorkForNSW board and pull together the roles that are genuinely worth your time. This edition focuses on Emergency Management Jobs in NSW. Whether you’re a seasoned emergency services professional or someone with transferable skills such as workplace training, operational planning, volunteer coordination or regional leadership, there are some strong opportunities live right now.
Our aim is to help you quickly identify roles that align with your experience and to give you the key details you need to apply confidently. You’ll find everything from training and capability uplift positions to frontline district leadership and disaster recovery coordination roles. We also include clear advice on the documents you must submit—cover letters, CVs and responses to targeted questions—and link to resources that will make your application stand out.
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- Manager Training & Resources – NSW SES
- Zone Training Delivery Officer – NSW SES
- Director, Biosecurity Emergency Preparedness & Response
- District Manager (Far North Coast) – RFS
- District Manager (Canobolas) – RFS
- Operational Officer Level 3 – Risk Planning Coordinator – RFS
- Senior Coordination Officer ×2 – NSW Reconstruction Authority
1) Manager Training & Resources – NSW SES
This is a rare senior training role for those with workplace training and assessment (TAE) qualifications. Based in Rhodes or Dubbo, this temporary full‑time position (Clerk Grade 9/10) provides a salary package up to $161 k including superannuation and leave loading. You’ll lead statewide training governance and capability uplift, supporting volunteers and ensuring consistency and compliance across the SES.
- CV no more than 4 pages.
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) summarising your experience and addressing the essential requirements. Use our free cover letter template to get started.
- Responses to two targeted questions (max 400 words each):
- Provide an example where you influenced stakeholders to address a significant training capability, governance or operational risk and how you consulted.
- Describe a time you led a geographically dispersed team to deliver consistent outcomes in a high‑demand environment. How did you set priorities, manage performance and maintain engagement?
2) Zone Training Delivery Officer – NSW SES
This contract/temporary role (Clerk Grade 5/6) is a perfect entry point if you want to start or deepen a career in emergency services through a training pathway. Located in Rhodes (hybrid working), you’ll coordinate and schedule training for volunteers, support trainers and ensure smooth delivery. The salary package reaches $125 k and includes a field allowance.
- CV no more than 4 pages.
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the essential criteria and your interest. Use our template.
- Responses to two targeted questions (max 1 page each):
- Describe how you have supported a large group of trainers or assessors to ensure quality training and assessment.
- Provide an overview of a project you coordinated, including how you planned ahead, the barriers you identified and how you overcame them.
3) Director, Biosecurity Emergency Preparedness & Response
This statewide Senior Executive Band 1 role within the Department of Primary Industries is one of the most senior emergency management jobs currently open. You’ll oversee preparedness and response activities across biosecurity and food safety programs, manage multiple teams and budgets, and coordinate with state and national stakeholders to ensure NSW meets its obligations under EMPLAN. The total remuneration package starts around $239 k.
- Executive level CV (keep this to 3 pages if you can).
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience and why you’re the ideal candidate.
4) District Manager (Far North Coast) – NSW RFS
Based in South Murwillumbah, this ongoing full‑time role (RFS Level 10/11) offers a salary of $131 k–$145 k plus 12 % super and an Annualised Conditions Allowance up to 15 %. As District Manager you’ll lead prevention, preparedness, response and recovery activities, support volunteers and staff and ensure strong operational delivery across the Far North Coast. Free onsite parking and relocation support may be available.
- CV including contact details of two current or recent professional referees.
- Cover letter (PDF) addressing the essential requirements and your suitability for the role.
- Responses to two targeted questions (max 500 words each):
- Tell us about a time you influenced someone senior to your point of view to address your or your team’s needs.
- Provide an example of how you gained stakeholder support for a project or change and why it mattered.
5) District Manager (Canobolas) – NSW RFS
This ongoing full‑time role (RFS Level 10/11) is based in Orange, Canobolas Rural Fire District. The salary package is $131 k–$145 k plus 12 % superannuation and an Annualised Conditions Allowance up to 15 %. You’ll oversee volunteer support, operational service delivery and stakeholder engagement in a demanding regional context. Relocation support is available.
- CV including two professional referees.
- Cover letter (recommend 2 pages) addressing the essential requirements and why you want the role. Use our template.
- The ad does not list targeted questions. Prepare your CV and cover letter as above and start your application early so you can preview the online form for any additional requirements.
6) Operational Officer Level 3 (Risk Planning Coordinator) – NSW RFS
Located in Batemans Bay, this ongoing full‑time role (RFS Level 8/9) offers $115 k–$127 k plus 12 % superannuation. You’ll coordinate bushfire risk planning, support volunteer committees and ensure communities across the South Eastern Area Command are prepared for emergencies. Travel across the region is required.
- CV including two current or recent professional referees.
- Cover letter (recommend 2 pages) summarising how you meet the essential requirements and why you’re interested. Use our free cover letter template.
- No targeted questions are listed. Start your application early in case the online form requests additional information.
7) Senior Coordination Officer ×2 – NSW Reconstruction Authority
The NSW Reconstruction Authority’s Northern Regional Coordination Team is hiring two Senior Coordination Officers (Clerk Grade 9/10) with one based in Lismore and the other in Newcastle. These ongoing full‑time roles come with flexible and hybrid working options. Salaries range from $129 k–$143 k plus superannuation. You’ll coordinate disaster preparedness and recovery initiatives across local governments, industry and communities to build resilience and accelerate recovery.
- CV (max 4 pages) detailing your capabilities, skills and experience.
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining how you meet the role’s requirements and capabilities. Use our template.
- No targeted questions are listed, but always review the online form to confirm.
Need Done‑For‑You Support Before These Roles Close?
Miss this, and you miss it.
The Shortlist Plan is closing on 31 March 2026. We’re not accepting new members in April, and only 4 spots remain.
Join now to secure your lifetime $299/month price for 3 done‑for‑you applications every month.
