The Manager Equipment and Clothing is responsible for the strategic leadership, planning and delivery of VICSES’ operational equipment, personal protective clothing (PPC) and uniform services. The role ensures VICSES has assured access to critical equipment and consumables, and that these assets are available, maintained and ready to support operational response, including during declared events.
$142,790 to $166,938 + 12% Superannuation
ROLE SUMMARY:
The role provides leadership of the Equipment and Clothing team and is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the State Logistics Centre (SLC) and the State Fleet Centre warehouse, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient receipt, storage, issue and control of equipment and consumables.
The position has responsibility for centralised service delivery, including PPC processing and systems, road crash rescue equipment maintenance, warranty management and the purchase of equipment for new fleet assets. The role also leads the strategic management of operational stores across the state, working closely with regional teams to ensure equipment and consumables are positioned, maintained and ready to support declared operations including timely resupply post event.
The role is responsible for financial management, contract and supplier management, and the establishment and maintenance of strategic and preferred supplier arrangements to ensure continuity of supply for key operational equipment and consumables. The role supports operational capability by influencing and contributing to the assessment, evaluation and specification of equipment, ensuring solutions are safe, compliant and fit-for-purpose.
This is not an operational role; however, the position may be required to participate in rostered arrangements during periods of declared operations to support operational activity, in accordance with organisational requirements. The role may be required to support workshops, taskforces and other engagement activities outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate volunteer availability and support planning and delivery requirements.
WHO WE ARE:
Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) is a volunteer-based emergency service. Our highly skilled and equipped Volunteers are trained comprehensively in a wide range of emergency environments. To minimise the impact of emergencies when they occur and strengthen the community's capacity to recover swiftly and safely, VICSES focuses on working with communities and partners in building resilience to achieve more aware, informed and prepared communities. We support them to understand their risk and the relevance of taking action before, during and after emergency events.
As the largest road rescue network in Australia we have specialist teams that provide a 24/7 response to road accident and trauma incidents. We assist Victoria Police in search and rescue operations, and play an important role in supporting the Country Fire Authority (CFA), Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV), Parks Victoria and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) during major bushfire and emergency incidents.
TO APPLY:
Please view the and submit an application via careers.vic.gov.au Applications should include a cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience, along with a current resume or CV.
For further information about the role, please contact Philip Nelson on [email protected].
Applications close Friday, August 28, 2026.
VICSES is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable people, upholding the highest standards of integrity and community trust, and leading gender equality in the emergency management sector. All applicants are required to complete the relevant screening processes prior to appointment. VICSES also supports flexible working arrangements, subject to operational and business requirements. For more information on our values, benefits, and recruitment process, please visit ses.vic.gov.au/join-us/careers
