Firefighter Assistant

1 month ago

Townsville City Center, Queensland, Australia Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Full time

About the Role

The Queensland Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to fill the position of Auxiliary Firefighter. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety of people and property across Queensland through the provision of effective prevention, preparation, response, and recovery activities across a range of emergency situations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Respond to fire and other emergency incidents, promoting community safety and emergency preparedness through community education activities.
  • Develop and maintain competencies by actively participating in regular drills and other relevant training courses provided by the QFES to ensure safety and effectiveness on the fire ground.
  • Maintain the required attendance standards for emergency incidents and training, operating specialist firefighting and rescue equipment in a safe and effective manner.
  • Contribute to upkeep and hygiene of station facilities, ensuring maintenance and repair of operational equipment and station facilities.
  • Contribute to incident reporting and general station administration as required.

Requirements

  • Mandatory Requirements
    • Employers written consent to attend incidents and emergencies (where applicable)
    • Live or work within a reasonable distance of auxiliary fire station
    • Australian Permanent Resident Status
    • Manual C Class driver's licence
  • The QFES expects that all auxiliary firefighters will commit to the following, throughout their employment:
    • Attending incident and emergency calls – 50% of calls as a day worker with routine hours; or 30% of calls as a shift worker or have non-routine hours
    • Attending 75% of regular drill and training sessions
    • Obtaining an MRV licence, at their own expense, within 12 months of employment
    • Participating in ongoing skills acquisition and maintenance programs, including first aid/emergency care.
    • Complying with QFES policies and procedures including code of conduct, safety and personal presentation standards

Capabilities

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
  • Seeks continuous improvement

Performance through Results

  • Focuses on performance
  • Manage internal and external relationships
  • Supports others' capability development
  • Gives constructive feedback

Performance through Accountability

  • Models professional and ethical behaviour
  • Displays rigour in analysis
  • Applies specialist knowledge and skills
  • Commits to personal development

Once you join us we will want you to exemplify the QFES shared values:

  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Trust
  • Courage
  • Loyalty

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