Firefighter Assistant

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services is responsible for ensuring the safety of people and property across Queensland through effective prevention, preparation, response, and recovery activities across emergency situations.

The Queensland Fire and Emergency Services is the only entity in Australia that delivers high-quality fire, rescue, emergency, and disaster management services through a single agency. This collaborative approach across the service and with key stakeholders delivers improved safety outcomes for the community.

• Respond to Emergencies: As a member of a team, respond to fire and other emergency incidents. Note that Auxiliary Firefighters who have not completed all pre-operational aspects of ARTEP (FFGC085) may attend activities in relation to their designated station, EXCEPT emergency incidents.
• Promote Community Safety: Contribute to community education activities to promote community safety and emergency preparedness.
• Develop Competencies: Develop and maintain competencies by actively participating in regular drills and other relevant training courses provided by QFES to ensure safety and effectiveness on the fire ground.
• Maintain Attendance Standards: Maintain the required attendance standards for emergency incidents and training.
• Operate Equipment: Operate specialist firefighting and rescue equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Keep Facilities Clean: Contribute to upkeep and hygiene of station facilities.
• Report Incidents: Contribute to incident reporting and general station administration as required.

To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following leadership and management behavioural competencies Queensland Public Service Workforce Capability Success Profile that link to the "key accountabilities" for this role:

Workforce Capability Success Profile Category – Individual contributor

• Performance through Vision: Understands how their work aligns to organisational objectives, acts proactively, responds flexibly to change, focuses on customers, and seeks continuous improvement.
• Performance through Results: Focuses on performance, manages internal and external relationships, supports others' capability development, and gives constructive feedback.
• Performance through Accountability: Models professional and ethical behaviour, displays rigour in analysis, applies specialist knowledge and skills, and commits to personal development.

Shared Values

• Respect
• Integrity
• Trust
• Courage
• Loyalty