On-Call Firefighter - RS3 - 223 Berrigan
About The Position
On-Call Firefighters work from their local Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Fire Station. They undertake community fire safety work and attend fires and other emergencies, including motor vehicle accidents and chemical hazards. They also provide fire prevention and safety education to school children, senior citizens and local businesses, and collaborate with other emergency services such as NSW Ambulance, NSW Rural Fire Service and NSW Police. On-Call Firefighters are paid for attending incidents, training sessions, and community safety and education activities. Ongoing training covers firefighting and rescue, including basic life support, rope work, power tool use and community engagement skills. Applicants must live and/or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station and meet minimum call and drill attendance requirements. The selection process includes an interview, physical aptitude test and pre-employment health assessment.
Requirements
- Hold a valid NSW Driver's Licence, minimum P1.
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
- Live and/or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station.
- Be team oriented, community-focused, adaptable and reliable.
- Be available across weekdays and/or weekends, including day and/or night work.
- Attend at least 33% of all calls over a six-month period and at least 80% of all calls received by the brigade during compulsory availability in any four-week period.
- Attend no less than 75% of drills.
Responsibilities
- Undertake community fire safety work.
- Attend fires and other emergencies, including motor vehicle accidents and chemical hazards.
- Provide fire prevention and safety education to school children, senior citizens and local businesses.
- Collaborate with other emergency services, including NSW Ambulance, NSW Rural Fire Service and NSW Police.
- Attend ongoing training and drills, including training in basic life support, rope work, power tool use and community engagement.
Benefits
- Base retainer of $89.75 per fortnight.
- $38.00 per hour for incident and drill attendance.
- Ongoing training is provided.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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