On - Call Firefighter - MN3 - 254 CessnockJoin to apply for the On - Call Firefighter - MN3 - 254 Cessnock role at Bendigo AdvertiserAbout The RoleOn-Call Firefighters work from their local Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Fire Station and are responsible for undertaking a wide range of duties including community fire safety work, attending fires and other emergencies such as motor vehicle accidents or chemical hazards, community education on fire prevention and safety for school children, senior citizens and local businesses, and collaboration with other emergency services such as NSW Ambulance, NSW Rural Fire Service and NSW Police.
On-Call Firefighters are paid for attendance at incidents, training sessions, community safety and education activities.
Location: Cessnock
On-call hours; ongoing employment
Base retainer of $80.63 per fortnight + $34.14 per hour for incident and drill attendance
About YouOn-Call Firefighters play a crucial role in protecting people, property and the environment in their local communities.
To be successful you need to be team oriented, community-focused, adaptable, reliable and have availability across weekdays and/or weekends, including day and/or night work.
You must live and/or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station to respond promptly to emergency incidents.
Essential Requirements
Valid NSW Driver's Licence (minimum P1)
Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
Live and/or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station
Training is provided on an ongoing basis and covers: basic life support, rope work, power tool use and community engagement skills.
Minimum Availability and Attendance Requirements
At least 33% of all calls over a six-month period and a minimum of 80% of all calls received by the brigade during the compulsory availability in any four-week period, together with no less than 75% drill attendance.
How to Apply
Provide an up-to-date resume detailing skills and experience relevant to this role
Address the following two targeted questions (maximum 300 words each):
An On-Call Firefighter works within a team to provide service to their community to protect life, property and the environment. Please discuss your communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment"
(maximum 300 words)
A requirement of this role is to show commitment to achieving work goals and an ability to learn new skills. Please provide an example that demonstrates your capacity to learn new skills and apply them in a practical setting" (maximum 300 words)
Visit the PSC website for information on writing your application:.
The selection process will include an interview, a physical aptitude test and a pre-employment health assessment.
It is recommended you read the On-Call Firefighter Candidate Information Pack and use the Careers Page resources to prepare.
For more information about this opportunity, contact the MN3 Zone Office on 4015 4000.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
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📌 On - Call Firefighter - Mn3 - 254 Cessnock
🏢 Bendigo Advertiser
📍 New South Wales