Organisational Psychologist

• Attractive annual salary $126,445 - $137,345 p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• Location: Sydney Olympic Park(hybrid/flexible working arrangements considered)

Looking for more information?

Why not reach out to our role expert, Kate Jarvis, for a confidential chat on 0437 631 135.

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 a suitably qualified and passionate Organisational Psychologist to help improve mental health outcomes for our 70,000+ volunteers and staff at the NSW RFS. This role will support the ongoing development and implementation of the RFS Mental Health Strategy as well as the service's Psychosocial Risk Management Framework. Working closely with the Manager, Mental Health Strategy and Programs, theOrganisational Psychologist will work across the corporate and operational areas of RFS to understand and improve the control and management of psychosocial hazards, evaluate the effectiveness of current programs and recommend and support change.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

A Minimum four-year accredited sequence of study (postgraduate degree) in Psychology, as well as General Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) with a minimum of three years post-registration experience.

Highly developed expertise in Organisational Psychology.

A thorough understanding of current challenges in mental health practice and wellbeing management, ideally in an emergency services organisation.

Endorsement in the practice area of organisational psychology by AHPRA.

Applied experience in implementing programs to support better member mental health and wellbeing outcomes, and management of and controls for psychosocial hazards.

A genuine appreciation and understanding of a volunteer-based community service.

• A current Driver Licence and the ability and willingness to travel.

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 progress to shortlisting.

Why work for us?

• 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

You'll also get to enjoy:

• Easy access to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, bus services and parking facilities
• Local eateries and childcare facilities
• Sydney Olympic Park Entertainment and Sports Precinct, including Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Showgrounds, and Bicentennial Park
• Eligible staff are invited to join the local Sydney Olympic ParkConnected Membership program, at an additional cost

To ignite your RFS journey:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application via RFS Careers , and attach:

• Acover letter in PDF format, addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;
• Aresume in PDF format, including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number)
• Respond to two targeted questions within the online application process (maximum 500 words each):
  • Please briefly describe your experience in OrganisationalPsychology, including specific experience in the management of Psychosocial Hazards and Risks. Please briefly describe your experience in designing and developing strategic mental health initiatives and programs in the workplace. What did you do, what was the outcome and how did you measure this?

Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm on Tuesday 26 August 2025.

Important recruitment Information

• Arecruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, 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.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework ).The Capability application tool is designed to helpjob applicantsunderstand and use theNSW Public Sector Capability Frameworkwhen applying forjobswith the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below

Vacancy Reference: R25/225

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