Fire Safety Specialist
2 days ago
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services is a leading emergency service agency responsible for ensuring the safety of people and property across Queensland through effective prevention, preparation, response, and recovery activities in various emergency situations.
The agency comprises the Fire and Rescue Service, the Rural Fire Service, and the State Emergency Service, supporting other volunteer groups that provide emergency response to Queenslanders. Our collaborative approach delivers improved safety outcomes for the community.
Purpose of the RoleThe functions of the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services are unique, making it the only entity in Australia delivering high-quality fire, rescue, emergency, and disaster management services through a single agency. This approach enables us to provide improved safety outcomes for the community.
Main Responsibilities- As a member of a team, respond to fire and other emergency incidents.
- Promote community safety and emergency preparedness by contributing to 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.
- Operate specialist firefighting and rescue equipment in a safe and effective manner.
- Contribute to upkeep and hygiene of station facilities.
- Ensure maintenance and repair of operational equipment and station facilities.
- Contribute to incident reporting and general station administration as required.
- Mandatory Requirements:
- Employer's 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 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
To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following leadership and management behavioural competencies from the 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
The estimated annual salary for this position is between $70,000 - $90,000 AUD, depending on qualifications and experience.
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