On-Call Firefighter - RS3 - 379 Moama

On-Call Firefighters work from their local Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Fire Station and are responsible for undertaking a wide range of duties including community fire safety work attending fires and other emergencies such as motor vehicle accidents or chemical hazards community education on fire prevention and safety for school children senior citizens and local businesses and collaboration with other emergency services such as NSW Ambulance NSW Rural Fire Service and NSW Police.

On-Call Firefighters are paid for attendance at incidents training sessions community safety and education activities.

About you :

On-Call Firefighters play a crucial role in protecting people property and the environment in their local communities. To be successful in the role you need to be team oriented community-focused adaptable reliable and have availability across weekdays and / or weekends including day and / or night order to respond promptly to emergency incidents you must live and / or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station.

Essential requirements :

• Valid NSW Drivers Licence (minimum P1)
• Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
• Live and / or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station

Training is provided on an ongoing basis and covers all aspects of firefighting and rescue including basic life support rope work power tool use and community engagement skills.

Minimum availability and attendance requirements :

At least33% of all calls over a six (6) month period and a minimum of 80% of all calls received by the brigade during the compulsory availability in any four week period together with no less than 75% drill attendance.

For more information on the role please view the On-Call Firefighter Role Description

How to apply :

To be considered for this role please provide an up-to-date resume and cover letter which details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Please address the following two targeted questions .It is recommended you draft your responses in a Word document then paste into the required field in the online application.

1. An On-Call Firefighter works within a team to provide service to their community to protect life property and the environment. Please discuss your communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment (maximum 300 words)

2.A requirement of this role is to show commitment to achieving work goals and an ability to learn new skills. Please provide an example that demonstrates your capacity to learn new skills and apply them in a practical setting (maximum 300 words)

Visit the PSC website forhelpful information on writing your application : selection process will involve a number of assessments including an interview physical aptitude test and pre-employment health assessment. We recommend you read the On-Call Firefighter Candidate Information Pack and utilise the available resources on our Careers Page to assist with your preparation.

Should you require more information about this opportunity please contact your Zone Office on

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Employment Type : Gig

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1