NSW State Emergency Service
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    Law Enforcement & Emergency Services

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    NSW, Australia
    About usNSW State Emergency Service (SES) is an emergency and rescue service dedicated to assisting the community. We are a volunteer-based organisation that provides emergency assistance to the people of NSW 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. It is the approximately 9,000 volunteers across the state that make this possible. NSW SES Volunteers come from all walks of life, bringing with them many different skills, interests and backgrounds. They are united by the purpose of supporting their communities in times of need.While our major responsibilities are for flood and storm emergencies, NSW SES also provides the majority of general rescue effort in the rural parts of the state.Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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    at State Emergency Service
    Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW
    The lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW.
    The lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW.
    classification: Government & DefenceGovernment & Defence
    2d ago
    2d ago

    at State Emergency Service
    Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW
    The lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW.
    The lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW.
    classification: Human Resources & RecruitmentHuman Resources & Recruitment
    2d ago
    2d ago

    Reviews overview

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    56%
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    What’s it like working at NSW State Emergency Service?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    NSW State Emergency Service offers a rewarding environment characterised by flexible working arrangements and meaningful opportunities to support the community during times of crisis. Members particularly value the extensive training and development opportunities available, along with the supportive colleagues and strong sense of camaraderie among team members who are dedicated to making a positive difference.

    The organisation faces some operational challenges, including the impact of frequent senior executive turnover on strategic direction and consistency. There are opportunities to enhance the workplace culture through increased diversity and modern practices. The nature of emergency response work, including dealing with challenging weather conditions and emotional situations, can be demanding for members, though support systems are in place.

    Recent reviews

    1.0
    Project Officer
    Mar 2026
    Wollongong NSW 25001 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Management approach and culture needs improvement.
    The good thingsFlexible work hours and proximity to transport and town. Knowing that work contributed to supporting the community
    The challengesSome management decisions reflected limited technical understanding, creating frustration for experienced staff and contributing to a poor workplace culture.
    2.0
    Program Support Officer
    Feb 2025
    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Very old fashioned despite contempory policies, I wouldn't recommend working there but yes to volunteering. The agency provides an amazing service to the community
    The good thingsGreat colleagues and amazing dedication by volunteers.
    The challengesToo many pail frail males in the org, lots of complaining about other units, old fashioned attitudes, some cowboys, very un-diverse workplace, needs to change .. a lot
    1.0
    Manager
    May 2021
    Poor organisational culture would not recommend
    The good thingsOrganisation supports volunteers
    The challengesPoor management, poor organisational culture, wrong people in keys roles
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