Ready to support critical communications that underpin lifesaving operations? Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably skilled volunteers to step into the role of State Communications Duty Officer (SCDO). About the Volunteer Role The Volunteer State Communications Duty Officer (SCDO) plays a key role in overseeing the coordination of the LSV radio communications network and State Lifesaving Communication Centre (LSVComms). Working as part of an on‑call roster, the SCDO provides level one triage and operational support for radio communications, responding to member enquiries and supporting day‑to‑day LSVComms operations. The role works closely with the LSVComms Supervisor, State Duty Officer (SDO), and external Victorian Radio Network (VRN) stakeholders to ensure continuity, reliability, and effective escalation of communications issues. As a Volunteer State Communications Duty Officer (SCDO), you will:Provide first‑point‑of‑contact coordination, level one triage, and operational support for the LSV radio communications network and Radio Command Centre (LSVComms) Respond to member enquiries and manage information sharing, notifications, and tasking related to VRN and LSVComms operations Monitor daily LSVComms operations and act as the first escalation point for operational or technical issues impacting communications Provide communications advice, network support, and non‑standard approval (where delegated) to the State Duty Officer and LSVComms Supervisor, assessing broader operational impacts Liaise with VRN representatives and support the LSVComms Supervisor, including contributing to team welfare and participating in an on‑call roster for operational and emergency response What We’re Looking For At least two years prior experience within the Communications Team, ideally as a Communications Supervisor Demonstrated experience working within radio communications, operational support, or emergency services environments Strong understanding of operational communications and escalation processes Ability to assess operational impacts and respond effectively to urgent issues Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written Capacity to work autonomously while supporting and guiding others Ability to participate in an on‑call roster and respond outside of standard hours Why Apply? Play a critical role in supporting statewide lifesaving communications Contribute to effective emergency response and operational decision‑makingApply your operational expertise in a leadership and support capacity Be part of a dedicated communications and emergency management team Key Details Position Type: Volunteer Roster: on Call Reporting to: State Duty Officer EOI Closes: Sunday, 31 May 2026 Interviews: w/c 1 June 2026 How to Apply Submit your EOI via the apply link and ensure you meet the position requirements.Questions? Contact recruitment@lsv.com.au   VRS, State Communications Duty Officer

State Communications Duty Officer (Volunteer)

Ready to support critical communications that underpin lifesaving operations? 
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably skilled volunteers to step into the role of State Communications Duty Officer (SCDO). 

About the Volunteer Role 
The Volunteer State Communications Duty Officer (SCDO) plays a key role in overseeing the coordination of the LSV radio communications network and State Lifesaving Communication Centre (LSVComms). Working as part of an on‑call roster, the SCDO provides level one triage and operational support for radio communications, responding to member enquiries and supporting day‑to‑day LSVComms operations. 

The role works closely with the LSVComms Supervisor, State Duty Officer (SDO), and external Victorian Radio Network (VRN) stakeholders to ensure continuity, reliability, and effective escalation of communications issues. 

As a Volunteer State Communications Duty Officer (SCDO), you will:

  • Provide first‑point‑of‑contact coordination, level one triage, and operational support for the LSV radio communications network and Radio Command Centre (LSVComms) 
  • Respond to member enquiries and manage information sharing, notifications, and tasking related to VRN and LSVComms operations 
  • Monitor daily LSVComms operations and act as the first escalation point for operational or technical issues impacting communications 
  • Provide communications advice, network support, and non‑standard approval (where delegated) to the State Duty Officer and LSVComms Supervisor, assessing broader operational impacts 
  • Liaise with VRN representatives and support the LSVComms Supervisor, including contributing to team welfare and participating in an on‑call roster for operational and emergency response 

What We’re Looking For 

  • At least two years prior experience within the Communications Team, ideally as a Communications Supervisor 
  • Demonstrated experience working within radio communications, operational support, or emergency services environments 
  • Strong understanding of operational communications and escalation processes 
  • Ability to assess operational impacts and respond effectively to urgent issues 
  • Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written 
  • Capacity to work autonomously while supporting and guiding others 
  • Ability to participate in an on‑call roster and respond outside of standard hours 

Why Apply? 

  • Play a critical role in supporting statewide lifesaving communications 
  • Contribute to effective emergency response and operational decision‑making
  • Apply your operational expertise in a leadership and support capacity 
  • Be part of a dedicated communications and emergency management team 

Key Details 
Position Type: Volunteer 
Roster: on Call 
Reporting to: State Duty Officer 
EOI Closes: Sunday, 31 May 2026 
Interviews: w/c 1 June 2026 

How to Apply
Submit your EOI via the apply link and ensure you meet the position requirements.
Questions? Contact recruitment@lsv.com.au