seasonal fire crew

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Department for Environment and Water, South Australia Full time $55,500 per year

Department for Environment and Water

Job reference: 696056

Location: - VARIOUS -

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role

Seasonal Fire Crew are primarily employed to support DEW's fire management operations and will contribute to a range of fire preparedness, prevention, response and land management activities. This involves a range of outdoor activities including working in demanding and sometimes remote environments for periods of time. The role may at times also assist with emergency management response.

For further information about the Seasonal Fire Crew, please visit the Fire Management Website - Department for Environment and Water - What are seasonal fire crew?

What can we offer you:

  • Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia
  • Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
  • Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
  • Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Meaningful and rewarding career

Special Conditions

  • Will be required to participate in fire management or associated duties including prescribed burning and emergency operations.
  • A current class "C" (minimum P2) driver's licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
  • Must be physically fit and will be required to undertake a fitness assessment to a minimum of "moderate" (B) level Firefighting Role Classification as per the DEW Fire Management Policy and Procedures.
  • Will be required to undertake intrastate/interstate and remote area travel which may require the incumbent to be away from home for extended periods.
  • Will be required to participate on a roster system for duties associated with emergency response including on call and standby arrangements.
  • Will be required to work outside of the normal hours of work including weekends, public holidays and days of significant fire danger.
  • A flexible approach to duty hours and the taking of leave is essential.
  • Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
  • Will be required to wear appropriate PPE in accordance with Departmental policy.
  • Prior to being employed, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a National Police Certificate.
  • You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia without restrictions.

Contract

Please note that this is a recruitment pool. Successful applicants may be appointed on an 'as needs' basis as vacancies arise during the 2025/2026 season.

Remuneration

OPS1 - $55,500 per annum

Enquiries

Karen Philp, Fire Management Officer, Operational Support

email:

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online and should include:

  • CV (including three referees) and a cover letter (optional)
  • Pre-employment Declaration (essential)
  • Current National Police Certificate (essential)
  • Drivers Licence copy (essential).

Please refer to the above Fire Management website for further details on how you can obtain a National Police Clearance.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Applications close: 27/03/2026 11:00 PM

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