Brigade Finance Coordinator

2 days ago

South West Rocks, New South Wales, Australia Queensland Fire Department Full time

Queensland Fire Department
Status
Permanent Full-time

Classification
AO5

Salary:
$103, $109,077.00 per annum

Division
Rural Fire Service

Region/Directorate
STH WEST REG

Work Unit
Regional Operations

Location:
Charlton

Closing Date
Midnight 2nd November 2025

Reference No
21092

Current Queensland Fire Department employees and volunteers must apply via their internal careers site
About Us
The Queensland Fire Department (QFD) provides fire prevention, preparedness and response services to fire in the built and landscape environments, as well as scientific and specialist capabilities to Queensland communities. The QFD provides a multi-hazard emergency response, including road crash rescue, bushfire, hazardous material, technical and vertical rescue, severe weather incidents, remote and swiftwater rescue, and provides a number of functions supporting community safety outcomes.

The department encompasses Queensland Fire and Rescue (QFR), Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ), as well as the broader department which work together to pre-empt, prevent, mitigate and manage the consequences of fires and other emergencies on Queensland communities and support our large volunteer membership across the state.

The QFD is an organisation that is committed to reframing the department's relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and organisations through activities identified in the QFD Reframing the Relationship Plan, contributing to Closing the Gap outcomes and building our cultural capability

*Purpose of the role*
There are four regions within the Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ), and the Regional Operations Branch coordinates and supports Districts, focusing on the translation of organisational strategy into actionable business strategy. The Regions serve as escalation points for operational issues, foster collaboration with partner organisations, and focus on staff support and development, and have a key role in implementing strategic plans, resource allocation, and enhancing emergency response capabilities.

Reporting to the Manager, Planning and Performance, you will provide support to Rural Fire Brigades and volunteers through the delivery of a combination of strategic and operational finance advice and services, including transactional activities and purchasing support. You will be responsible for nurturing and enhancing the financial capability of volunteers who undertake the role of Brigade Treasurer, while also supporting and guiding in the application of financial and purchasing principles.

*Key requirements
Highly Desirable Requirements*

  • Knowledge and understanding of fiscal management practices and processes and/or qualifications in accounting, procurement, or related disciplines.
  • Queensland Government Level 2 Purchasing Certification or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of, or experience working with volunteers and/or within a volunteer organisation.

*Your key accountabilities
Responsibilities*
Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to:

  • Act as the key point of contact for Brigades on financial management matters, including assisting with purchasing activities, such as acquisition of goods and services in accordance with financial planning, decision-making and departmental processes.
  • Provide training and support to Brigade Treasurers on finance and purchasing related reporting, compliance, and assurance activities to ensure reporting governance requirements are adhered to and issues escalated.
  • Oversee the management of brigade finances within the departmental financial management system (SAP), including maintenance of budgets and forecasts to inform financial performance, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial management and reporting.
  • Assist Brigade Treasurers and other volunteers with corporate card training, monitoring compliance and approving corporate card expenditure in accordance with financial policies and procedures.
  • Provide advice to improve Rural Fire Levy administration and coordinate support for Local Area Finance Committees to ensure the effectiveness of the scheme.
  • Assist Brigades with grant writing and support Brigades with undertaking due diligence requirements to enhance grant applications and ensure funding arrangements meet governance and departmental requirements.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support fiscal management initiatives and ensure departmental objectives and agreed outcomes are achieved.
  • Participate in projects and working groups to provide recommendations for continuous improvement and ensure outcomes are delivered within agreed timeframes and meet business and client's needs.

*Capabilities
Role*
To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following Leadership Competencies for Queensland behavioural profiles that link to the "key accountabilities" for this role:

Leadership Competency
Stream – Individual Contributor
(leading self)

Vision

  • Stimulates ideas and innovation
  • Makes insightful decisions

Results

  • Drives accountability and outcomes

Accountability

  • Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces
  • Pursues continuous growth
  • Demonstrates sound governance

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

  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Trust
  • Courage
  • Loyalty

To find out more about the behaviours and competencies required for this role, visit Leadership competencies for Queensland | For government | Queensland Government

Want more information?
Please contact Chris Mitchell, Executive Manager, Regional Operations on phone or email

You can also visit our website to find out more information about joining our team.

How To Apply
Please refer to the QFD Public Service Application Guide [All PS Classifications/Streams and Senior Officer] for information on how to apply for this role and contact us to discuss any reasonable adjustments if required.

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