TAKE YOUR NEXT CAREER STEP AND JOIN THE NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE!
TheNSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS)is the lead combat agency for bush fires in NSW, and the world’s largest volunteer fire service. For over 100 years we have provided fire and emergency services to communities across NSW.
We are seeking interest to join our Service in a paid capacity, to assist with mitigation and fire support activities across New South Wales.
To find out more about more about the NSW RFS and what we expect, please watchhere.
We have a number of exciting temporary opportunities available in our mitigation teams across New South Wales forup to 12 months (with possibility of extension).Click tohereview the locations available.
We actively encourage Aboriginal identified individuals to apply, as we seek to draw upon their expertise and knowledge of Country and cultural significance.
You will be engaged in a number of challenging and rewarding activities, including:
Constructing and maintaining fire trails
Hazard reduction
Firefighting support
Aviation and airbase operations
Portable atmospheric weather station deployment
Weather balloon launching
Basecamp establishment and management
Transport and logistics support
Disabled elderly residents assistance (AIDER Program)
The ideal candidates will:
Enjoy participating on the front line in our beautiful bushland across NSW. In addition to working everywhere, from the islands of the South Coast to the remote corner country and Australian high country – and do everything – from assisting our volunteers in fire operations, to maintaining fire trails and protecting the most vulnerable persons of our community
Possess or be working towards the NSW RFS Bush Firefighter certification (BF) or its equivalent
A current Drivers Licence, Class P2 or above
Be able to pass the arduous pack test
Be deemed medically fit for the role (medical assessment)
Have a “Can-do” mindset and approach to community service
Have no impediment to extended travel
For a Crew Leader role, you will also possess:
NSW RFS Crew Leader certification (CL) or its equivalent
A current Class MR Driver Licence (or willingness and ability to obtain a Medium Rigid Drivers Licence within 12 months for ATSI identified roles only)
Experience and/or qualifications in the use of plant and machinery (desirable)
Further exciting opportunities are available at Bargo NSW for the provision of bush fire mitigation and bush fire response management in water catchment areas. These opportunities are available to those who hold Advanced Firefighter (AF) certification or its equivalent and further training will be provided such as Helicopter Insertion Techniques (HIT), Operate Remote Environment (ORE), Remote First Aid (RFA). If you are interested in these roles and hold Advanced Firefighter (AF) certification or its equivalent, nominate Bargo NSW in your preferences and if you require further information, contact Area Command Greater Sydney on the below contact number.
Further information:
Click here to view the Crew Member role description
Click here to view the Crew Leader role description
In addition to personal growth and role fulfilment as a member of our mitigation team, we offer great benefits and incentives including:
Great team environment and collaborative workforce
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Attractive salary, superannuation and leave entitlements
Working for a highly regarded emergency service, where supporting our members and the local community are at the forefront of our business strategy
Salary for the roles is commensurate on candidate’s skills and experience.
Mitigation Crew Member (RFS 1): $68,338 package. Includes salary ($58,088 - $62,410), employer's contribution to superannuation and annualised leave loading.
Mitigation Crew Leader (RFS 2/3): $78,385 package. Includes salary ($65,849 - $71,585), employer's contribution to superannuation and annualised leave loading.
If you are a looking to further serve the NSW community in a paid capacity with the NSW RFS,please apply throughI Work for NSW.
Applications close: 11:59pm on Monday 26 April 2021.
To apply, please attach a PDF copy of:
A resume (maximum four pages) outlining your skills, experience and qualifications as well as two current referees; and
Your qualifications as per the essential requirements of the role.
Please contact Mitigation Recruitment via e********** you have any questions about this recruitment.
If you have any questions about the roles, please contact the Area Command covering the locations you are interested in. The Area Command Map can be foundhere.
Area Command North Eastern (Coffs Harbour): (02) 6691 0466
Area Command North Western (Tamworth): (02) 6761 1700
Area Command Western (Cowra): (02) 6341 4638
Area Command South Western (Albury): (02) 6022 6900
Area Command South Eastern (Batemans Bay): (02) 4475 1300
Area Command Greater Sydney (Glendenning): (02) 8867 7850
Area Command Hunter (Lake Macquarie): (02) 4914 4550
Important notes
The NSW RFS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage diverse applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply for roles within our organisation.
Relevant criminal history, referee checks and prior employment checks will be conducted on recommended applicants.
Candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment to be considered for these roles. For further information, please review NSW RFS Medical Assessment – Specialist below.
The recruitment process for these roles will be conducted via a virtual assessment centre process. If you are successfully shortlisted, the Mitigation Recruitment team will provide you with further information on this process.
Induction for new Mitigation Crew will be held from the week commencingMonday 7th Juneat the NSW RFS Training Academy located at Dubbo. Induction is mandatory for all successful offer and talent pool candidates.
Arecruitment (talent) poolmay be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment (talent) pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months. Please note that individuals placed on the recruitment (talent) pool as a result of this recruitment will only be considered for the locations they included within their location preferences. Please ensure that you do not include any location preference within the advertised locations that you are not willing to travel to.
Candidate Information
RFS Role Profile (Mitigation Team)
NSW RFS Medical Assessment - Specialist
Medical & Physical Assessment
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