Attractive annual salary $118,562 - $131,233p.a.
plus 12% superannuation
Location: Sydney Olympic Park (flexible working arrangements considered)
Looking for more information?
Why not reach out to our role expert, Melissa O'Halloran, Manager Bush Fire Risk Planning, for a confidential chat on ******** ***.
Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference!
We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW.When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies.
With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie.
We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose.
If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you!
Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.
What you'll be doing:
We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Climate Risk Policy Officer to join our team.
As the Climate Risk Policy Officer, you will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders to develop and implement policies that strengthen our ability to respond to and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Your work will be pivotal in implementing the climate risk assessment and developing robust metrics for climate risk reporting.
This position will be integral to embedding climate change adaptation into government decision-making processes that aim to safeguard communities, ecosystems and infrastructure from future bush fire impacts.
To thrive in this role, you will have:
Have proven experience in climate risk assessment, policy development and stakeholder engagement.




Possess solid communication and project management skills and an ability to translate complex climate data into actionable policies.
Be proactive, collaborative and passionate about addressing climate risk to enhance bush fire emergency response capabilities and community preparedness.
If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access theRole Descriptionand ourorganisation structure.
Note:As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements.
If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.
Why work for us?
Attractive leave entitlements including4 weeksannual leave per year, plus more
Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
Salary packaging options available
One 'Agreed Absence' leave day per calendar month
Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!
You'll also get to enjoy:(HQ Specific)
Easy access to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, bus services and parking facilities
Local eateries and childcare facilities
Sydney Olympic Park Entertainment and Sports Precinct, including Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Showgrounds, and Bicentennial Park




Eligible staff are invited to join the local Sydney Olympic ParkConnected Membershipprogram, at an additional cost
To embark on your RFS journey:
Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience.
The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities.
Skills, knowledge, and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.
Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Sunday 16 August ****.
Important recruitment Information
Arecruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework).
The Capability application tool is designed to helpjob applicantsunderstand and use theNSW Public Sector Capability Frameworkwhen applying forjobswith the NSW government.
Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.
Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below
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This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFShere, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.
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📌 Climate Risk Policy Officer (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Rural Fire Service
📍 Sydney