Job Description

Fire Systems Technician – RAAF Richmond

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Downer is seeking a Fire Systems Technician to work in the permanent workforce at RAAF Richmond. The role involves ensuring the functionality and reliability of fire protection systems across key defence bases.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Respond to corrective maintenance work orders and unplanned fire system faults within contract-specified response times.
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- Conduct root cause analysis and diagnosis using manuals, standards, and asset history.
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- Perform rectification works including repairs or replacements of faulty fire system components.
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- Implement make‐safe or temporary repairs when required and escalates major component replacement.
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- Verify and test corrective maintenance works, ensuring compliance with standards and Defence policies.
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Qualifications & Requirements

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- Certificate III in Fire Systems Testing and Inspection.
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- Fire Protection Accreditation (FPAA), QBCC Fire Protection Licence (QLD),



or FPAS Accreditation (NSW).
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- Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).
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- Post-trade experience in fire systems fault diagnosis, corrective maintenance, and repair.
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- Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis, fault finding, and compliance testing to restore fire systems to operational condition.
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- Experience responding to unplanned or reactive work orders within required response times.
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Advantages

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- Training and development opportunities to support and diversify your career.
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- High internal career mobility – 30% of vacancies are filled internally.
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- Perks: healthcare discounts, retail savings, car purchase discounts.
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- Employee Assistance Program offering professional support for you and your family.
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📌 Fire Systems Technician (Richmond)
🏢 Downer
📍 Richmond