Watchroom Operator

Overview

Ventia Kapooka, New South Wales, Australia

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Our Rescue & Fire Fighting (RFF) services extend from stations in WA, SA, VIC, NSW and QLD. Due to the evolving nature of this contract, we are employing a Watchroom Operator in our Fire and Rescue operations at Kapooka, Victoria. This role can be a career as a Watch Room operator within the Emergency Services and Defence Industry or the first step into a career as a Firefighter.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an effective operational readiness in accordance with the relevant policies and guidelines of Ventia.
• Respond fire crews to incidents as required at the applicable fire station and maintain support and communications to the Incident Controller.
• Assist the Officer in Charge of the Fire Station to ensure that all relevant administrative duties associated with the operational aspect of the fire station are performed.
• Participate in the Fire Station training and development plan.

Mandatory Requirements

You must hold 1 of the qualifications PUAs in EACH of the 5 Boxes below:

• PUAFIR210 Prevent Injury
• PUAFIR215 Prevent Injury (Superseded) EQ PUAFIR201B Prevent Injury (Superseded)
• PUAOPE013 Operate Communication Systems and Equipment
• PUAOPE013A Operate Communication Systems and Equipment (Superseded) EQ
• PUATEA001 Work in a Team
• PUATEA001B Work in a Team (Superseded) EQ
• PUACOM001 Communicate in the Workplace
• PUACOM001C Communicate in the Workplace (Superseded) EQ
• PUATEA002 Work Autonomously
• PUATEA002B Work Autonomously (Superseded) EQ

Highly Desirable

• Previous experience in some form of communications room.

Other Requirements

• A strong focus on team orientation
• Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance up to the level of Negative Vetting Level 1. As a result of this requirement the incumbent must be an Australian Citizen.

Benefits

• Be part of a long-term defence contract.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• A dynamic, supportive, and inclusive team culture and workplace where you could make a difference.

How To Apply

Please visit the Careers section of our website or click "APPLY" to forward your application CV. The successful applicant must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance up to Negative Vetting Level 1 (Secret) and be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical including a drug & alcohol test. As a result, the incumbent must be an Australian Citizen.

We acknowledge the importance of our people\'s diverse experiences, talents and cultures. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Diversity: Ventia is committed to equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQI+, Women, Veterans and people with disabilities.

Position Reference Number: 163996

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Facilities Services

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