Attractive annual salary $118,562- $131,233p.a. plus 12% superannuation
Location: Position will be based within the Southern Tablelands District. The specific work location will be determined in consultation with the successful applicant.
Limited free onsite car parking is available
Annualised Conditions Allowance may apply
Looking for more information?
Why not reach out to our role expert, Krystaal Hinds, for a confidential chat on ******** ***or ******.
What you'll be doing:
An exciting opportunity to join the Southern Tablelands District team with Fire Control Centres spanning across Yass, Goulburn and Crookwell. As the Operational Officer Level 3 and 2IC you will play a key role in supporting the District Manager and team to strengthen preparedness and resilience. In this role, you will provide leadership and coordinate daily team activities.
To thrive in this role, you will have:
Strong Operational leadership experience
Confidence resolving conflict and complex matters
Volunteer and/or emergency services experience and an understanding of risk management principles and safety systems
An understanding and interest in fire mitigation and field operational experience
The ability to lead teams and support incident coordination
The desire and ability to learn new skills and qualifications
Demonstrated commitment to understanding and delivering community safety information
An understanding of agency statutory functions and an ability to monitor compliance of these functions
Ability to 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 Group Leader qualification or the equivalent National Units of Competency (PUAOPE016 and PUAOPE023)
Diploma in a relevant discipline (i.e. Emergency Management, Project Management, Leadership) or equivalent expertise
Level 2 Principal IMT qualification in Planning, Operations or Logistics




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 descriptionand our organisation structure.
Why work for us?
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!
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Key recruitment Information
Arecruitment (talent) poolfor South Eastern 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.
Failure to submit requested information relating to qualifications and equivalent expertise may result in your application being deemed unsuccessful.
Shortlisted external applicants will be required to undergo a medical assessment (medical costs will be covered by RFS).
Successful applicants will be supported to attend a paid Induction course over a 6 week period at the RFS State Training Academy located in Dubbo.
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.
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