Bush Fire Officer

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Northern Beaches Council Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Division:
Environment & Open Space

Business Unit:
Environment & Resilience

Title:
Bush Fire Officer, Temporary - Full-time Role, 35 hours per week

Salary Range:
$ to $ per annum + super (subject to skills and experience)

Who We Are
Stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, the Northern Beaches boasts more than half of all the beaches in Sydney and a population of more than 270,000. Northern Beaches Council strives to deliver the highest quality services to our community.

Join us and you'll be part of an organisation committed to promoting sustainable growth, leading the community, protecting our environment and creating a great future for the Northern Beaches.

Environment & Resilience
The Environment & Resilience Business Unit Manages Complex Environmental And Engineering Programs And Projects To Achieve Quality Outcomes For The Residents And The Environment Of The Northern Beaches. The Unit Delivers The Strategic And Operational Management Of

  • Bushland and biodiversity protection and restoration including threatened species and pest species management and the control of bush fire risk
  • Catchment, waterway and coastal management including ecological, risk and restoration programs
  • Strategic environmental systems & programs, climate change adaptation/resilience and corporate sustainability
  • Environmental education, volunteering and engagement
  • Development engineering including subdivision works, development approvals, co-ordination of s94 works delivery and certification of development works
  • Stormwater asset maintenance, renewals and design and construction of new assets
  • Floodplain risk planning and management

Northern Beaches Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Council acknowledges that protecting the safety of children and young people is a whole of community responsibility and is everyone's business.

Working With Us
Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees' lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development.

In this role you'll enjoy -

  • Work from home opportunities
  • Genuine work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
  • Employee wellness program and a range of lifestyle benefits
  • Values based culture and a teams oriented working environment

Our Opportunity

  • Deliver an effective bush fire hazard reduction program to protect life, property, and the environment across the Northern Beaches, aligned with Council's strategic objectives.
  • Work collaboratively within a team of professionals to achieve robust bush fire management outcomes for both Council and the community.
  • Provide technical advice on bush fire management to support the protection of life, property, and the environment in the Northern Beaches.

About You
We're looking for an experienced bush fire management professional to join our Resilience & Natural Hazards team. You'll bring strategic thinking and strong collaboration skills to a team driven by purpose and committed to making a meaningful impact in our community.

Additional Information

  • Position Description
  • Applications close on: 1 October 2025
  • Questions? Please call: Ben Fallowfield, Manager Resilience & Natural Hazards on

Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.

If you would like to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances, please contact the hiring manager for this role. If you do not feel comfortable to do so, please contact HR Services on

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