- Temporary Full Time - up to 12months
- Assistant Commissioner - Senior Executive Band 1 role
- Total Remuneration Package - $280,476 - $306,170
- Location - Greenacre
About the role:
The Assistant Commissioner sets the strategic direction and leads the development, planning and delivery of a platform for enhanced operational capability functions and activities across FRNSW. The role is accountable for specialist operational staff and resources and must ensure the provision of superior expert response advice and support for front-line firefighting operations.
About you:
- Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary issues, challenges and approaches to emergency service and fire prevention, suppression and community resilience
- Sound knowledge of the current risk environment that exists for Fire Services within NSW and the ability to strategically plan and implement proactive strategies for both prevention and emergency response
Essential Requirements:
- Post graduate tertiary qualification in a related discipline and/or significant professional experience
- Emergency management qualifications to enable fulfilment of legislative requirements of role
For more information on the role, please view the Role Description
Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Deputy Commissioner Strategic Capability Paul McGuiggan AFSM on 0407 953 ***
What we can offer:
- Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements [check with HM]
- Modern buildings and facilities
- Activity based working environment
- Free on-site gym and parking
- Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate
- Study assistance for approved courses
- Ongoing training and development
Our commitment to diversity:
Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire and Rescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and adaptable workforce which reflects the community we serve.
We welcome people with diverse experience, skills and backgrounds, and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals who identify as LGBTIQ, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages.
If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at ***********@fire.nsw.gov.au
How to apply:
To be considered for this role, your application requires your resume (maximum 5 pages) and your cover letter (maximum 2 pages) expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close: 11:55pm Thursday 24th September 2026
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type which become available over the next 18 months.
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For practical tips on preparing your application, visit I Work for NSW and the FRNSW Internal Careers Page.
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