Emergency Management Trainer Exercise Facilitator

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?

For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia, connecting with the community through education, training, and care.

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities, achieved through a strong team spirit, camaraderie, and collaboration among all team members—paid and volunteers alike. Together, we support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose, and together we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products.

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians, including:

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education, and engagement
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work
• 410,000 people who received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most

A Job to Be Proud Of

You’ll be joining a purpose-driven team where your contributions directly impact community safety and preparedness. Whether you're coordinating training for frontline staff or facilitating scenario-based exercises in regional areas, you’ll be helping others save lives. It’s more than a job—it’s a mission. You’ll take pride in knowing that your work strengthens emergency response across Western Australia. This is a casual position with opportunity for flexibility. This will be discussed further at interview stage.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver impactful training using nationally recognised frameworks including AIIMS, MIMMS, and EMERGO.
• Work closely with the Emergency Management team to innovate and improve training delivery.
• Foster collaboration with external emergency services and health providers.
• Maintain and enhance training resources and materials.
• Facilitate both classroom and in-field learning opportunities across metropolitan and regional locations.
• Travel as required to regional areas to ensure equitable access to high-quality training.

Required

• MIMMS Instructor certification (mandatory) – Director-level preferred.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable).
• Emergo Train System instructor certification (highly desirable).
• Demonstrated experience delivering training in healthcare or emergency response settings.
• Strong understanding of emergency management, incident response, and prehospital care protocols.
• Experience developing and managing organisational training programs.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills adaptable to various learning styles.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple training sessions.
• Background or qualification in emergency medicine, paramedicine, or a related field is desirable.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to regional areas as needed.
• Self-directed with strong initiative, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to professional standards.

To Apply:

Prospective candidates will need to submit their application online. Candidates will be required to complete the online application form and prepare and submit the following as part of their application:

1. Up to date CV detailing key experiences and work history.
2. Completed Cover Letter addressing relevant experience, skills and Selection Criteria questions outlined below (submissions should be limited to a 2-page word document):

• Describe a time you conducted a training session or workshop. What methods did you use to keep participants engaged?
• How would you handle a situation where a group of healthcare staff is resistant to the training or change, you’re trying to implement?

Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application if you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

The Process:

1. Shortlisting from selection criteria
2. Documents collection
3. Modern Hire (Online Interview) Dependant on volume of applications
4. Panel Interview
5. References
6. Successful candidate appointed to the position

If you're passionate about making a difference in emergency management and want to be part of a team that prepares communities for critical incidents, this is the role for you!

Apply now to join St John WA and contribute to a high-performing, inclusive culture that keeps people safe in times of need.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Abbie Spring Talent Sourcing Consultant on (08) 6235 8882 or via email to Abbie.spring@stjohnwa.com.au

Applications close Sunday 04 May 2024 at 6pm.

St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.