Fire Safety Policy Research Lead

Fire & Rescue NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site gym and parking

Study assistance for approved courses

Ongoing training and development

Flexible working arrangements

Work-life balance

Job summary

Fire and Rescue NSW is seeking a leader to manage and coordinate applied fire research that underpins policy, guidelines and standards for safer built environments and better community outcomes.

The role requires strong research design, data analysis and the ability to translate findings into actionable recommendations for senior decision-makers. You will work with technical experts and stakeholders to drive evidence-based policy change.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and undertaking complex research projects.
• Experience analysing quantitative and qualitative data.
• Ability to translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Ability to prepare reports, presentations and briefs for policy and standards.
• Collaborative with technical experts and diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate applied fire research to inform policy, guidelines and standards.
• Translate findings into evidence-based recommendations for decision-makers.
• Collaborate with technical experts and stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.

Skills

Research design

Data analysis

Policy influence

Stakeholder engagement

Technical writing

Education

Tertiary scientific qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Fire and Rescue NSW is seeking a leader to manage and coordinate applied fire research that underpins policy, guidelines and standards for safer built environments and better community outcomes.

The role requires strong research design, data analysis and the ability to translate findings into actionable recommendations for senior decision-makers. You will work with technical experts and stakeholders to drive evidence-based policy change.