Queensland Fire and Emergency Services is seeking an Auxiliary Firefighter. As an emergency service agency, QFES is responsible for ensuring the safety of people and property across Queensland through the provision of effective prevention, preparation, response and recovery activities across a range of emergency situations.
Comprising the Fire and Rescue Service, the Rural Fire Service and the State Emergency Service, QFES also supports other volunteer groups providing emergency response to Queenslanders.
Purpose of the Role
The functions of the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services are unique. It is the only entity in Australia that delivers high quality fire, rescue, emergency and disaster management services through a single agency. This collaborative approach across the service and with key stakeholders delivers improved safety outcomes for the community.
Key Requirements
The following are mandatory requirements for the role:
* Employers written consent to attend incidents and emergencies (where applicable)
* Live or work within a reasonable distance of auxiliary fire station
* Australian Permanent Resident Status
* Manual C Class driver's licence
Auxiliary firefighters are expected to commit to the following:
* Attending incident and emergency calls – 50% of calls as a day worker with routine hours; or 30% of calls as a shift worker or have 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 programs, including first aid/emergency care
* Complying with QFES policies and procedures including code of conduct, safety and personal presentation standards
Your Key Accountabilities
* Respond to fire and other emergency incidents as a member of a team
* 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
* Maintain the required attendance standards for emergency incidents and training
* Operate specialist firefighting and rescue equipment in a safe and effective manner
* Contribute to 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
* Communicate effectively with QFES personnel, other emergency service providers and the general community
* Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment
Capabilities
To determine suitability for the role, applicants will be assessed on the following leadership and management behavioural competencies:
* Understands how their work aligns to organisational objectives
* Acts proactively
* Responds flexibly to change
* Focuses on customers
* Seeks continuous improvement
* Focuses on performance
* Manages internal and external relationships
* Supports others' capability development
* Gives constructive feedback
* Models professional and ethical behaviour
* Displays rigour in analysis
* Applies specialist knowledge and skills
* Commits to personal development
Once you join us, we expect you to exemplify the QFES shared values: Respect, Integrity, Trust, Courage, and Loyalty.
For more information, please contact talent.acquisition@qfes.qld.gov.au or visit our website.
To apply, please refer to the QFES Entry Level Operational Application Guide.
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