The Role

The Emergency Preparedness and Response Unit (EPRU) is responsible for whole-of-Agency emergency management for the Department of Health.

Under the direction of the Manager – Emergency Management and working in close partnership with the EPRU team and DoH service areas, the role will develop, deliver and evaluate training programs to equip staff across DoH with the skills and knowledge to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disaster and emergency events.

You will need

1. Demonstrated expertise in designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs with a strong foundation in adult learning principles and trauma-informed practice to build workforce capability in high-risk environments.
2. Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to develop and implement strategic training initiatives, influence organisational systems, and apply insights from training needs analysis and post-incident reviews within the political, social, and organisational environment.
3. High level research, analytical and planning skills, including the capacity to think strategically, identify priority issues for attention and develop appropriate solutions

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Fixed term full time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for 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.

Salary

General Stream Band 6

$111,754 to $126,579 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

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

Eligibility

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Qualifications and/or experience in:

  • adult professional learning
  • emergency management
• Current Drivers Licence

Position Features:

• A flexible working arrangement may be negotiated
• In the event of a major emergency, the occupant of this position may be required to work outside normal business hours to support Department of Health (DoH) and/or broader whole-of-government emergency response
• Regular intrastate travel is a requirement of this role

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

•  533778 Training Coordinator - Emergency Management B6

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Alice Wanders
Position: Manager- Emergency Management
Phone number: (03) 6166 0396
Email address: alice.wanders@health.tas.gov.au 

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.