Every radio call matters. Every decision counts. Join the team helping keep Defence training activities safe at Puckapunyal Defence Base.
As a Fire Tower Sentry, you'll monitor live-fire training activities, identify emerging risks and coordinate rapid response activities from the range control tower. This unique casual opportunity is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, excellent situational awareness and a commitment to safety.
The Role
As a Fire Tower Sentry, you'll be responsible for monitoring live-fire training activities and helping ensure safe operations across the training area.
Key responsibilities include:
Monitoring live-fire range activities and ensuring safety requirements are adhered to
Identifying and escalating potential hazards or breaches immediately
Coordinating with firefighting crews via radio communications
Monitoring for smoke, fire outbreaks and other operational risks
Providing accurate location and navigation information to response teams
Assisting with HSE inspections, safety observations and job analysis activities
Supporting the Land Management team with operational duties as required
Working closely with Defence personnel and internal stakeholders
About You
You have strong observation skills, remain calm under pressure and are confident communicating with operational teams in fast-paced environments.
To be successful, you will bring:
Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
Ability to read maps and navigate using map and compass systems
Confidence using radio communications and providing clear directions
A proactive approach to safety
The ability to work independently while remaining connected to a broader team
Current Manual Driver's Licence
Experience using handheld and vehicle-mounted radio communication systems
Strong map reading and navigation skills




Ability to communicate clearly and effectively across multiple stakeholders
Highly Regarded
First Aid certification
Previous experience in emergency services, firefighting, Defence, land management or similar operational environments
PUATEA001 – Work in a Team
PUAFIR204 – Respond to Wildfire
PUAOPE013 – Operate Communications Systems and Equipment
PUAEQU001 – Prepare, Maintain and Test Response Equipment
What You'll Enjoy
Enjoy a predictable 10:00am to 6:00pm shift pattern on a 4 days on / 4 days off roster
Overtime opportunities where operational requirements permit
Working within one of Victoria's most distinctive operational environments
Strong team culture and supportive leadership
Exposure to emergency response and range management activities
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Employee recognition and wellbeing initiatives
Successful applicants must be Australian Citizens and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance. Pre-employment checks, including a medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening, may apply.
About VentiaAs a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports growth opportunities, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another.
We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities.
We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
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📌 Fire Tower Sentry (Victoria)
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