Convenience Buttons: Time Remaining 6 days District Officer Fire Capes Salary: WA Fire Services EBA ****
District Officer - $157,965
Location: Manjimup Unit/Division: Operations Work Type: Permanent
Full Time
Position No: ****** Closing Date: ************:00 PM Attachments:
Leading
Others Behaviour Expectations.pdf Transfer & Promotion Opportunity Applications are invited from substantive District Officers (Urban) or those who have completed DODP (Urban) and those in the current District Officer Development Program **** (Urban) wishing to be considered for a transfer or promotion into the position of District Officer Capes based at Manjimup.
Please Note: For applicants selected from DODP **** , permanent appointment to this position will be conditional upon the successful completion of the District Officer Development Program (DODP).
Applicants should be aware that any offer of ongoing employment will be subject to meeting all program requirements and achieving successful completion of DODP.
Duty Statement The Urban District Officer (DO) Capes is an operational position based in Manjimup, located 292 kms SE of Perth.
The DFES Lower South West Region encompasses 7 Local Government areas, with the DO Capes position covering the area of responsibility for the City of Busselton and Shires of Nannup and Augusta Margaret River with direct supervision of the
Area Officer (AO) Geographe and AO Leeuwin positions and the Rosa Brook and Wallcliffe VFES Units.
DO Capes supports the achievement of regional outcomes, as well as working in an advisory capacity for Local Government stakeholders and volunteers in policy, financial, operational matters and also provides training and assessment to emergency service volunteers.
Responsibilities include the efficient and effective management of the human, physical, financial and information resources to achieve the prevention, preparedness, response and recovery outcomes to aid and benefit the community of WA.
Relevant and current Fire Service experience and personal qualities to lead operational response activities and perform functional roles within an IMT.
High-level understanding of Emergency Management legislation and DFES policy to enable the provision of sound legislative and policy advice at a regional level.
The ability to develop effective relationships with stakeholders and partner agencies within the DFES emergency management environment Leadership Behaviors are applicable to this role, and you are expected to demonstrate the relevant behaviors aligned to the context of Leading
Others.
Additional details on expected behaviors are attached.
Prerequisites Successful applicants must have the following prerequisites: Must be a substantive District Officer (Urban) or completed DODP (Urban) or in the current District Officer Development Program (Urban) ****.
Evidence of a current unrestricted C Class Western Australian driver's license (as a minimum) which must remain valid for the duration of employment.
Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations) Accredited Level 1 Incident Controller or Endorsed DFES Level 1 Incident Controller in hazards relevant to urban fire and rescue.
You will be required to provide evidence of the above during your assessment.
Application Instructions: All applications must be submitted online.
Simply select 'Apply for Job', located at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions.
To apply for this position, please submit the following: A maximum two (2) page statement addressing essential criteria one (1), five (5) and six (6) from the JDF contained in the attached job description form and in the context of the position responsibilities, demonstrating your relevant skills and experiences that align to the context of the duty statement mentioned above and how this supports your development.
A maximum five (5) page current comprehensive CV that clearly demonstrates your relevant competencies and experiences, including the names of two referees who can attest to your suitability to this role; and Evidence of your prerequisite qualification/s.
Please note: Preference may be given to either substantive District Officers or those who have completed DODP or those in DODP **** prepared to meet the location requirements of the role.
Referees may be contacted at any stage during the process.
Ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application before 4:00pm (WST) Friday 24 July ****.
Any late, emailed or proforma applications submitted will be rejected.




This process may be used within the next twelve (12) months to make additional appointments should the advertised position become vacant.
We encourage you to contact Superintendent, Phil Brandrett for additional information on ******** *** or by email at ****** Employment Conditions and Additional Information You may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours.
As a key member of the Lower South West Leadership Team, applicants should be aware that this position is required to be based in Manjimup.
To effectively support regional operations and provide leadership oversight of the Regional Operations Centre, the successful applicant will be expected to reside within 50 kilometres of the Manjimup Regional Office.
This requirement ensures the Officer can maintain a strong operational presence, respond to emerging issues in a timely manner and effectively contribute to regional leadership and emergency management responsibilities.
Please note that in accordance with
General Circular *******, motor vehicle allowance will not be paid for employees who come off rostered shift work for periods over one set of shifts.
Transferring to this position may result in a change of: Your annual leave dates or group.
Your annual leave entitlements associated with
Non-Rostered Shift Work.
There are to be no standby commitments for the period of the appointment.
If there are prearranged standby's alternative arrangements need to be arranged by the successful applicant.
Hours of work will be as per the WA Fire Service EBA Clause 16.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process.
All information provided is private and confidential and will only be used to provide reasonable adjustments.
Please contact us at ******.
Prior to applying for this position, please ensure you have gained approval from your manager to release you if successful.
Position Title District Officer Fire Capes Agency Department of Fire & Emergency Services Salary WA Fire Services EBA ****
District Officer - $157,965
Location Manjimup Unit/Division Operations Branch Lower South West Region Admin Work Type Permanent
Full Time
Position No. ****** Closing Date ************:00 PM Position Title District Officer Fire Capes Branch Lower South West Region Admin Location Manjimup Work Type Permanent
Full Time
Position No. ****** Salary WA Fire Services EBA ****
District Officer - $157,965
Closing Date ************:00 PM Agency Department of Fire & Emergency Services Description Transfer & Promotion Opportunity Applications are invited from substantive District Officers (Urban) or those who have completed DODP (Urban) and those in the current District Officer Development Program **** (Urban) wishing to be considered for a transfer or promotion into the position of District Officer Capes based at Manjimup.
Please Note: For applicants selected from DODP **** , permanent appointment to this position will be conditional upon the successful completion of the District Officer Development Program (DODP).
Applicants should be aware that any offer of ongoing employment will be subject to meeting all program requirements and achieving successful completion of DODP.
Duty Statement The Urban District Officer (DO) Capes is an operational position based in Manjimup, located 292 kms SE of Perth.
The DFES Lower South West Region encompasses 7 Local Government areas, with the DO Capes position covering the area of responsibility for the City of Busselton and Shires of Nannup and Augusta Margaret River with direct supervision of the
Area Officer (AO) Geographe and AO Leeuwin positions and the Rosa Brook and Wallcliffe VFES Units.
DO Capes supports the achievement of regional outcomes, as well as working in an advisory capacity for Local Government stakeholders and volunteers in policy, financial, operational matters and also provides training and assessment to emergency service volunteers.
Responsibilities include the effective and effective management of the human, physical, financial and information resources to achieve the prevention, preparedness, response and recovery outcomes to aid and benefit the community of WA.




Relevant and current Fire Service experience and personal qualities to lead operational response activities and perform functional roles within an IMT.
High-level understanding of Emergency Management legislation and DFES policy to enable the provision of sound legislative and policy advice at a regional level.
The ability to develop effective relationships with stakeholders and partner agencies within the DFES emergency management environment Leadership Behaviors are applicable to this role, and you are expected to demonstrate the relevant behaviors aligned to the context of Leading
Others.
Additional details on expected behaviors are attached.
Prerequisites Successful applicants must have the following prerequisites: Must be a substantive District Officer (Urban) or completed DODP (Urban) or in the current District Officer Development Program (Urban) ****.
Evidence of a current unrestricted C Class Western Australian driver's license (as a minimum) which must remain valid for the duration of employment.
Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations) Accredited Level 1 Incident Controller or Endorsed DFES Level 1 Incident Controller in hazards relevant to urban fire and rescue.
You will be required to provide evidence of the above during your assessment.
Application Instructions: All applications must be submitted online.
Simply select 'Apply for Job', located at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions.
To apply for this position, please submit the following: A maximum two (2) page statement addressing essential criteria one (1), five (5) and six (6) from the JDF contained in the attached job description form and in the context of the position responsibilities, demonstrating your relevant skills and experiences that align to the context of the duty statement mentioned above and how this supports your development.
A maximum five (5) page current comprehensive CV that clearly demonstrates your relevant competencies and experiences, including the names of two referees who can attest to your suitability to this role; and Evidence of your prerequisite qualification/s.
Please note: Preference may be given to either substantive District Officers or those who have completed DODP or those in DODP **** prepared to meet the location requirements of the role.
Referees may be contacted at any stage during the process.
Ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application before 4:00pm (WST) Friday 24 July ****.
Any late, emailed or proforma applications submitted will be rejected.
This process may be used within the next twelve (12) months to make additional appointments should the advertised position become vacant.
We encourage you to contact Superintendent, Phil Brandrett for additional information on ******** *** or by email at ****** Employment Conditions and Additional Information You may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours.
As a key member of the Lower South West Leadership Team, applicants should be aware that this position is required to be based in Manjimup.
To effectively support regional operations and provide leadership oversight of the Regional Operations Centre, the successful applicant will be expected to reside within 50 kilometres of the Manjimup Regional Office.
This requirement ensures the Officer can maintain a strong operational presence, respond to emerging issues in a timely manner and effectively contribute to regional leadership and emergency management responsibilities.
Please note that in accordance with
General Circular *******, motor vehicle allowance will not be paid for employees who come off rostered shift work for periods over one set of shifts.
Transferring to this position may result in a change of: Your annual leave dates or group.
Your annual leave entitlements associated with
Non-Rostered Shift Work.
There are to be no standby commitments for the period of the appointment.
If there are prearranged standby's alternative arrangements need to be arranged by the successful applicant.
Hours of work will be as per the WA Fire Service EBA Clause 16.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process.
All information provided is private and confidential and will only be used to provide reasonable adjustments.
Please contact us at ******.
Prior to applying for this position, please ensure you have gained approval from your manager to release you if successful.
Attachments
Leading
Others Behaviour Expectations.pdf Convenience Buttons2:

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