Emergency Management Officer

6 days ago

Greymouth Central, New Zealand West Coast Regional Council Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

Make a real difference for our communities, before, during, and after emergencies.

At the West Coast Regional Council, we are all about protecting what makes this region special – and that includes the safety, wellbeing, and resilience of our people. We are on the lookout for someone passionate about community-led emergency management to take on the important role of Emergency Management Officer – Welfare & Recovery.

This is your chance to lead and shape the way we support communities through emergencies – from careful planning and preparedness, right through to recovery and healing. In this role, you will help ensure that when disaster strikes, our people get the help they need, when they need it most.

You will take the lead on welfare and recovery across the region – building strong partnerships with iwi, community organisations, support agencies, and other emergency services. You will also drive recovery planning and delivery, helping people and places bounce back stronger after emergency events.

What you will be doing:

·    Leading the West Coast Welfare Coordination Group and driving collaborative regional planning

·    Championing the welfare function in the Emergency Coordination Centre during a response

·    Supporting recovery at local and regional levels, ensuring it's people-focused, inclusive, and effective

·    Guiding and mentoring stakeholders to build their own capability and resilience

·    Bringing policies and plans to life, aligning with national frameworks and community needs

·    Taking part in the WCEM duty officer roster – because emergencies do not just happen 9 to 5

What you will bring:

At least five years' experience in emergency management, emergency services, or a related field

You will ideally have attained, or are working towards, a tertiary qualification in emergency management, or related field

A sound understanding of the CDEM sector, including community vulnerabilities and how to support at-risk groups

CIMS 4 and/or ITF Intermediate qualifications, with strong operational experience

A calm, confident approach with excellent coordination, communication, and people skills

The ability to build trust and strong relationships across diverse communities and agencies

A valid full NZ driver licence – and a willingness to respond when needed

Why join us?

At West Coast Regional Council, you will join a friendly, down-to-earth team who care about each other and the work we do. We offer flexibility, meaningful mahi, and the chance to be part of a region where community spirit runs deep.

Apply now and help us build a stronger, more resilient future for our communities.

Among the many advantages of living and working for the WCRC we offer a PSA Collective Employment Agreement.

To apply for this role and to read the full job description please go to our website:

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit

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