Building Fire Safety Officer

WA Fire Services EBA 2023, Building Fire Safety Officer
Location: Como
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Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) seeks to establish a pool of suitable applicants. This pool will be valid for a period of 12 months, and suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar at-level vacancies as they arise. Being appointed to the pool does not guarantee you placement in a position.
About Us
As Western Australia's leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property. By empowering our people, we create a diverse and capable organisation where we are united and supportive, allowing us to work better together. It's crucial that as a collective, our employees, volunteers, and the general public have all the tools they need to safely and effectively manage emergency events.
To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.
About the Role
We are looking to establish a pool of Building Fire Safety Officers to assist in applying relevant fire safety codes and regulations through the assessment and inspection of new, proposed, and existing buildings (Class 2 – 9) to ensure compliance with structural fire safety standards. In this role, you can contribute to developing new buildings by inspecting, testing, and reviewing essential fire safety equipment. Your work will ensure compliance with structural fire safety legislation, standards, and operational requirements. Additionally, you will advise and assist stakeholders, further enhancing the safety of new and existing buildings.
To be successful in this role, you will need experience in implementing the Building Code of Australia, building legislation, and other fire safety codes, standards, and statutes. You should also have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate with various stakeholders.
All new employees will commence at the introductory level as per the WA Fire Services EBA 2023 unless mapping of competencies and experience demonstrates a higher commencement classification. This assessment will be completed if you are found suitable in the pool.
Sounds like you and want to know more? Then download the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Aileen Sharkey, Assistant Director Built Environment Branch on 08 9482 1784 or by email
Employment Conditions and Additional Information
DFES is an emergency services organisation, and all employees may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours to assist with emergencies. As part of an on-call roster, employees may be required to attend structural incidents as required, to provide technical advice to operational staff and assess and report on the performance of active and passive fire safety systems.
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All applications must be submitted online; simply click 'Apply for Job', located at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions.
To apply for this position, please submit the following:
Evidence of a current WA C Class Drivers licence which must be valid for the duration of employment. A maximum two (2) page statement addressing the essential criteria Two (2), Three (3) and Four (4) contained in the attached job description form and in the context of the position responsibilities. A current comprehensive CV that clearly demonstrates your relevant competencies and experiences, including the names of two referees who can attest to your suitability to this role. To assist with your application and provide you with more detail about the application process, please click on the attached Applicant Information Pack .
Please do not send your application to Aileen Sharkey or seek their assistance with lodging your application.
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Please Note:
All Essential Criteria listed in the Job Description Form will be assessed during the course of the selection process. Referees may be contacted at any stage during the process. Ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application online before 4:00pm (WST). Any late, emailed or proforma applications submitted will be rejected. An executive search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment to this role. Benefits of Working With DFES
As well as a great salary and being a part of something rewarding with key networking opportunities, our employees also enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include:
Opportunities to assist during statewide emergency incidents. Great work/life balance through flexible working and leave arrangements. Long service leave after 10 years. Paid parental leave as well as other attractive leave options. Access to salary packaging options. Professional Career Development Opportunities. Eligibility To Apply
You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency to be considered for permanent appointments or hold a working visa covering the term of the contract (proof must be provided with your application) to be eligible for this position.
National Police Certificate
A condition of employment for new employees of DFES is that a current National Police Certificate (less than 3 months old) is provided prior to commencement.
Choice of Super
The Fire and Emergency Services (Superannuation Fund) Regulations 1986 prevents DFES from offering choice of super for permanent appointments. Those appointed permanently only have the following two options:
Remain with their existing GESB Superannuation account; or Join the Fire and Emergency Services Superannuation Fund (Click here for more information). Those appointed on a fixed term contract do have choice of super; however, if converted to permanent, employees will need to choose one on the two options listed above.
DFES Supports Diversity and Inclusion
DFES supports inclusion and diversity and advocates the value of inclusiveness where all DFES personnel are encouraged to contribute fully and are recognised and valued for their differences in an environment that is free from discrimination and the negative effects of bias, both conscious and unconscious. People from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal Australians, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. DFES may prioritise recruitment decisions based on the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
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