Who is Controlled Burning Contractors Pty Ltd (CBC) and why do we undertake prescribed burns?

CBC provides advice and services to government and private landowners on bush fire management and implementation of prescribed burning operations.

How do I become a fire crew member with CBC?

Prescribed burn fire crew positions are advertised annually. You can live anywhere within NSW to be included into the burn crew. We undertake burns in all parts of NSW. If your application progresses past the initial screening you will be requested to undertake a phone interview and will need to provide certified copies of your bushfire training records.

What is CBC prescribed burn fire crew employment?

CBC complete prescribed burn activities within NSW during autumn to spring annually. Deployments include fire ground preparation, implementation, patrol; and can be single-day or multiple-day deployments.

If successful, you will be placed on a 'call when ready' database.

- Prior to each burning season, you will be informed of the season program and asked if you are available to participate in a prescribed burn.

- You will receive no less than 4 days notice of the potential burn.

- Staff have 24 hours to confirm availability.

- Available to attend minimum of 2 burns per year.

What are the requirements of employment?

Illustrate adequate level of training and experience in prescribed burning operations. Personal Protective equipment is provided. You will be required to maintain a level of fitness based on the requirements of the job and complete medicals and client workplace inductions. If you are successful for an interview, you will be required to provide certified copies of the supportive documents. Phone interviews will be held in December 2026.

What will I do when I am CBC prescribed burn crew?

As a CBC prescribed burn crew you need to be prepared to:

- Complete order 45 medical (mine) and specific workplace inductions.





- Work as part of a team.

- Work in a wide range of outdoor, potentially stressful environments for extended periods of time (including into and overnight).

- Work in environments where you may be exposed to heat, smoke, dust, chemicals, high levels of noise, limited visibility and limited mobility.

- Wear the provided protective equipment.

- Travel in/operate vehicles and machinery over a variety of terrains, day or night for extended periods.

- Use senses (sight, sound, touch) to help make decisions and maintain personal safety.

Can I contract to CBC?

No, all employees are casual.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please provide one-paragraph response to essential requirements listed below with a supportive cover letter and general (non-fire specific) resume attached.

Prerequisites for CBC burn fire crew are:

- Have completed, or the ability to complete PUASS00080 Prescribed Burn Crew Leader.

- Have completed, or the ability to complete Order 45 medical, mask fit test, drug and alcohol, and bushfire Fitness Task Based Assessment.

- Have competed, or the ability to complete Construction Induction training (White Card).

- Manual driving license.

- Completed Fire Fighting Medical and Task Based Fitness Assessment to Moderate level.

- Ability to complete cleint specific inductions.

- Ability to work safely and effectively in a team.

- Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.

Desirable (not essential) skills and experience that are advantages are:

- Driving 4WD vehicles training and LR or MR licence

- Chainsaw operation accreditation.

- A current Senior / Remote first aid certificate.

- Ardious fire fighter fitness.

- In excess of 10 years firefighting experience.

- Existing skills such as auto drone operator, electrian, mechanic, pump servicing skills

- Illustrated team leadership/management experience.

What about my health and fitness?

Only fit and healthy people should apply for these positions.

📌 Bushfire Prescribed Burning Crew (Muswellbrook)
🏢 Controlled Burning Contractors
📍 Muswellbrook