OPERATIONAL OFFICER LEVEL 1
(CUDGEGONG)
If you are interested in working for a highly regarded emergency service agency and supporting local communities, a role in our OpO Program could be for you!
The Rural Fire Service (RFS) is the lead agency for bush fire management and mitigation in NSW.
Fighting fires and protecting the community from emergencies is what we do!
The Operational Officer (OpO) Program is a RFS initiative to create and encourage a mobile and agile workforce across the state.
The program is a unique opportunity to gain experience in a wide range of RFS activities in district and regional roles, as well as other specialised sections across the organisation.
The role provides a broad range of services in a team environment that lead to better protection of the community from bush fires and other emergencies.
This prospect offers:
Ongoing employment
Full time role & 35 hour working week
RFS Level
4/5
Attractive annual salary $85,804 - $93,949 p.a. plus 12% superannuation
Location: Mudgee, Cudgegong District
Limited free onsite car parking available
Looking for more information?
Why not reach out to our role expert, Superintendent Troy Porter, District Manager, for a confidential chat on ************.
What you'll be doing:
Work as part of the Cudgegong District team delivering high-quality administrative and operational support that helps protect the community from bush fires and other emergencies.
The role supports members and communities to prepare for and respond to emergencies, maintains effective systems and service standards, and provides timely, customer-focused support in a dynamic volunteer-based environment.
To thrive in this role, you will:
Have volunteer and/or emergency services experience and an understanding of risk management principles and safety systems
Have an understanding and interest in fire mitigation and field operational experience
Have the desire and ability to learn new skills and qualifications
Have demonstrated commitment to understanding and delivering community safety information
Have an understanding of agency statutory functions (e.g. Hazard Complaints)
Have the ability to lead small teams and support incident coordination including support of other agencies
Provide excellent customer service to our communities and highly valued volunteer members
To be considered for these opportunities, you will need to provide evidence of:
RFS Advanced Firefighter (AF)



qualification or equivalent
Certificate III in a relevant discipline or equivalent expertise
A current Driver Licence and the willingness and ability to travel
Completion of an Operational Officer Medical Assessment certifying the required level of general health and fitness (external candidates)
Please note: Those with equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply, the RFS will review and determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.
You may be required to undertake further professional development depending on your existing qualifications and experience in accordance with the essential requirements of the role.
If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the
role description
and our
organisation 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?
Operational uniform available
Attractive leave entitlements including
4 weeks
annual 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!
To embark on your RFS journey:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application by clicking
'Apply Now'
through the relevant advertisement on
RFS Careers
,
and attach:
A
cover letter
in PDF format, addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;
A
resume
in PDF format, including two current/recent
professional




referees (please include email address and contact number)
Respond to two targeted questions within the online application process (maximum 500 words each):
Describe a situation where you were required to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational or customer service environment.
How did you assess priorities, communicate with stakeholders and ensure tasks were completed effectively?
The NSW Rural Fire Service operates within a volunteer-based emergency service environment.
Describe how you have built and maintained effective working relationships with volunteers, community members or stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
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 Monday 8 June ****.
Important recruitment Information
A
recruitment (talent) pool
for Western Area Command roles (only) 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 help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with 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
Vacancy Reference: R******
This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS
here
, or consider
volunteering
with your local Brigade.

📌 Operational Officer Level 1 (Australia)
🏢 Nsw Government
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