Auxiliary Firefighter - Moura • Rockhampton, QLD, AU
One QFD. Many Services, Many Capabilities, Many Partners
The Queensland Fire Department (QFD) provides fire prevention, preparedness and response services to the built and landscape environments, as well as scientific and specialist capabilities to Queensland communities. The QFD provides a multi-hazard emergency response, including road crash rescue, bushfire, hazardous material, technical and vertical rescue, severe weather incidents, remote and swiftwater rescue, and provides a number of functions supporting community safety outcomes.
The department encompasses Queensland Fire and Rescue (QFR), Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ), and other entities that work together to pre‐empt, prevent, mitigate and manage the consequences of fires and other emergencies on Queensland communities and support our large volunteer membership across the state.
The QFD is an organisation committed to reframing the department's relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and organisations, contributing to Closing the Gap outcomes and building our cultural capability.
The purpose of the role is to support the QFES's unique contribution: as the only entity in Australia delivering high quality fire, rescue, emergency and disaster management services through a single agency, fostering improved safety outcomes for the community.
Key Requirements
* Eligible to apply for, or hold, a current Blue Card.
* Employer's written consent to attend incidents and emergencies (where applicable).
* Live or work within a reasonable distance of an auxiliary fire station.
* Australian Permanent Resident Status.
* Attending incident and emergency calls – 50% of calls as a day worker with routine hours; or 30% of calls as a shift worker with non‐routine hours.
* Attending 75% of regular drill and training sessions.
* Obtaining an MRV licence, at their own expense, within 12 months of employment.
* Participating in ongoing skills acquisition and maintenance programmes, including first aid/emergency care.
* Complying with QFES policies and procedures including code of conduct, safety and personal presentation standards.
Key Accountabilities
* Respond as a member of a team to fire and other emergency incidents. Note: Auxiliary Firefighters who have not satisfactorily completed all pre‐operational aspects of ARTEP (FFGC085) may attend all activities in relation to their designated station, except emergency incidents.
* Promote community safety and emergency preparedness by contributing to community education activities.
* Develop and maintain competencies by actively participating in regular drills and other relevant training courses provided by the QFES to ensure safety and effectiveness on the fire ground.
* Maintain the required attendance standards for emergency incidents and training.
* Operate specialist firefighting and rescue equipment safely and effectively.
* Contribute to the upkeep and hygiene of station facilities.
* Ensure maintenance and repair of operational equipment and station facilities.
* Contribute to incident reporting and general station administration as required.
* Promote a positive team approach in all work activities.
* Comply with legislative, policy and procedural requirements appropriate to the position.
* Communicate effectively with QFES personnel, other emergency service providers, and the general community.
* Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to organisational health principles and procedures.
Capabilities
* Vision
o Leads strategically
o Stimulates ideas and innovation
o Leads change in complex environments
* Results
o Develops and mobilises talent
o Inspires others
o Drives accountability and outcomes
* Accountability
o Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces
o Demonstrates sound governance
* Exemplify QFES shared values:
o Respect
o Integrity
o Trust
o Courage
o Loyalty
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