Fire & Emergency Response Trainer

Firesafe Services NSW; Gosford; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Firesafe Services NSW is seeking a Fire Safety Trainer to deliver on-site training tailored for aged care facilities across Northern Sydney, Central Coast and Newcastle. You will conduct engaging sessions aligned with AS 3745 and AS 4083, including emergency procedures and fire extinguisher training.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Workplace Training, strong MS Office skills, a valid Australian Driver's Licence, and willingness to travel overnight.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Cert 4 in Workplace Training and Assessment (required).
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and willingness to travel overnight (required).
• High level written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills (required).
• Experience delivering fire safety training, preferably in aged care (preferred).
• Current Working with Children check and National Police Check (required).

Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging and comprehensive fire safety training sessions on site.
• Develop and customize training materials for aged care settings.
• Record attendance and training reports in line with policies.
• Provide hands-on training including drills and live simulations.
• Support trainees and stay updated on safety protocols.
• Collaborate with Training Manager and identify client opportunities.

Skills

Certificate IV in Workplace Training

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Driver's license

Education

Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

As a Fire Safety Trainer, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality fire safety training specifically tailored for aged care facilities and their staff in accordance with AS 3745 - Planning for emergencies in facilities and AS 4083 - Planning for emergencies in Health Care facilities. With a wide client base, training is carried out in Northern Sydney, Central Coast and Newcastle regional areas. Working away from home is collated into one to two days, which is allocated in consultation with you and only on occasion. Average weekly hours can be 1-3 days.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct engaging and comprehensive fire safety training sessions for employees, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards including E.C.O. training (Emergency Response Procedures, Emergency First Response Skills, Evacuation or Emergency Exercises, Chief Warden training, Aged Care training, General Occupancy training, Fire Extinguisher training) on site
• Develop and customize training materials to address the unique fire safety challenges in the aged care setting
• Record accurate attendance registers and training reports in compliance with FireSafe Services NSW policies and consultant guide
• Provide hands-on training, including practical fire evacuation drills and emergency response simulations and use of extinguishing mediums in a live fire environment
• Offer guidance and support to trainees, addressing their specific concerns and questions related to fire safety
• Continuously stay up to date with the latest fire safety protocols and regulations
• Report critical issues to the Training Manager and refer business opportunities and client issues in a timely manner
• Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously and effectively manage training sessions

About you

• Hold a valid Cert 4 in Workplace Training and Assessment (required)
• General Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook skills (required)
• High level written, verbal, and interpersonal skills (required)
• Current Australian Driver's License (required)
• Flexible and willing to travel overnight for training assignments (required)
• Possess a proven track record in delivering fire safety training, with a focus on the aged care sector (preferred)
• Any proven Professional Emergency Service Background, Volunteered or Paid (preferred)
• Current Working with Children check as paid employee (or be able to obtain one)
• Current National Police Check (not older than 6 months)

Join a dynamic and growing organization committed to fire safety education in both the commercial and aged care sectors

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the safety and well-being of aged care facility residents and staff

Competitive salary package commensurate with experience

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Responsive and experienced team to help you learn and achieve these skills