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Emergency Management, Business Continuity and Risk Officer
Herston
Lead emergency management, business continuity and risk initiatives that strengthen organisational resilience across a major health service.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/STR690500 |
| Closing date | 01-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Archana Mishra |
| Contact details | 0488 584 093 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Emergency Management, Business Continuity & Risk Officer provides specialist leadership and coordination of emergency management, business continuity and risk management activities across the Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS). The role is responsible for supporting organisational preparedness, response and recovery capability while ensuring robust governance, risk and compliance frameworks are maintained across a diverse healthcare environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with executive leaders, clinical and corporate programs, and external stakeholders to develop, implement and evaluate emergency management plans, business continuity strategies and risk management systems. The role also contributes to organisational resilience through training, quality improvement initiatives, governance activities and the delivery of expert advice that supports safe and effective healthcare services.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Lead and coordinate emergency management, disaster preparedness and business continuity activities to support organisational resilience and service continuity.
- Develop, implement and evaluate emergency management plans, business continuity plans, training programs and preparedness exercises across the STARS Directorate.
- Provide expert advice on risk management, compliance and governance matters, supporting the identification, monitoring and mitigation of organisational risks.
- Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support emergency planning, risk management initiatives and change management activities.
- Coordinate reporting, quality improvement and governance processes that support informed decision-making, legislative compliance and continuous organisational improvement.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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