Mitigation Crew Leader

Mitigation Crew Leader

If you enjoy working outdoors and want to make a difference in the community, a role in our Mitigation Crews could be for you
This opportunity offers:

Full-time ongoing employment & 35 hours per week
Attractive annual salary: $74,514 - $81,005 p.a.
plus 11.5% superannuation
Mandatory paid induction program upon commencement (may be required to travel and stay at the training facility during specified periods)
Location: Mudgee

Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference
We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW.
When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies.
With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie.
We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose.
If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.
What You'll be doing:
We are looking for motivated and community-minded individuals who have a passion for emergency services and enjoy working in an outdoor-based physical role.
By joining our Mitigation Crews, you will have the opportunity to reduce the risk of fires occurring within your community.
You will have the opportunity to lead a crew assisting with the AIDER Program, hazard reduction activities, and support operations during emergency response.
To learn more about the Mitigation Crews, please watch the below video or read through our Candidate Information Guide

What you'll need to join our crews:

RFS Advanced Firefighter or its equivalent, and a willingness to obtain RFS Crew Leader Certification or its equivalent
A current Class Medium Rigid (MR) Driver Licence
A level of physical fitness appropriate for arduous bush firefighting or similar intense and sustained physical activity
First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain*

Please access the role description to find out more about this opportunity, including a detailed list of essential requirements.

The commencing salary will be considered in alignment with skills and experience.
Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements.
If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not be progressed.
Why work for us?

Operational uniform available
Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus more
Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
Salary packaging options available
One 'Agreed Absence' leave day per calendar month
Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools

Looking for more information?
Why not reach out to our role expert Peter Fothergill, Area Mitigation Coordinator, for a confidential chat on 0419 246 269.

To ignite your RFS journey:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application online via I Work for NSW, and attach:

A resume in PDF format, outlining your job history, skills, experience & qualifications, and two professional referees
A copy of your qualifications as per the essential requirements of the role

Please submit your application no later than 11:59pm Sunday 27 April 2025.
Important recruitment Information

Candidates who progress through this process may be assessed in person or via online mediums.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a medical assessment through the RFS-approved medical provider (medical costs will be covered by the RFS).
Applicants should commence training for the physical assessment as soon as possible.
To prepare for the physical assessment, please check out the Mitigation Medical & Physical Assessment Information Guide.
Successful applicants will be required to attend a paid Induction Program.
The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning with the NSW PSC Capability Framework).
The Mitigation Crew Leader Preparation Guide is designed to help job applicants understand and use this framework.
Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.
A recruitment (talent) pool for this location (only) or other rural and remote locations may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual, full time or part time opportunities.
We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.

Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below

Vacancy Reference: R25/086

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This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.

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