Mobile Infrastructure Prop Field Officer

Country Fire Authority; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Generous leave provisions

Learning and development

Job summary

Country Fire Authority in Victoria is seeking a casual Mobile Infrastructure Prop Field Officer to ensure training sites are safe, compliant and ready. You will conduct site assessments, run inductions, troubleshoot, and coordinate with service providers to maintain readiness across the state.

The role requires autonomy, safety focus, and the ability to travel statewide, with evenings/weekends as needed to support volunteer training and operational needs.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV Training & Assessment qualification (highly desirable).
• Experience in fire-fighting operations with Wild Fire & Low Structure qualification (advantage).
• Understanding of HSEW Systems of Work and Risk Management principles (desirable).
• Current Victorian Driver's Licence; ability to travel statewide.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments for training props and environments.
• Present facilitator inductions and briefings.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and minor maintenance support.
• Liaise with external service providers for prop readiness.
• Promote adherence to legislative, safety and operational requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of the program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety-focused

Self-motivated

Problem-solving

Statewide travel

Education

Certificate IV Training & Assessment

Job description

CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day.Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page.About the RoleThe Mobile Infrastructure Prop Field Officer supports the statewide delivery of CFA's Mobile Training Prop program by ensuring training sites are safe, compliant and operationally ready. Working closely with the Mobile Infrastructure Prop Coordinator, you will conduct site assessments, present facilitator inductions, provide technical troubleshooting and minor maintenance support, liaise with external service providers and promote adherence to legislative, safety and operational requirements. The role also contributes to the ongoing improvement of the program.About YouWe are seeking resourceful, safety-focussed and self-motivated individuals, able to demonstrate the following:Certifcate IV Training & Assessment qualification (highly desirable).Well-developed interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a wide range of internal and external parties.Ability to travel state-wide and work autonomously within corporate guidelines.Excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to analyse and resolve complex issues.Relevant experience in fire-fighting operations with Wild Fire & Low Structure qualification.Understanding and demonstrated experience in the application of HSEW Systems of Work and Risk Management principles (highly desirable).Ability to complete multiple tasks in accordance with work plan/scheduling priorities and timelines.A basic understanding of mechanical / LPG operated equipment (desirable).A Heavy Rigid Driver licence highly advantageous.A current Victorian Driver's Licence is required, along with the flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support volunteer training and operational needs across the state.If you are interested in making a real impact on firefighter capability across Victoria by combining your technical problem-solving skills and operational experience in an autonomous hands-on role that supports the safe delivery of critical training programs, this could be the perfect casual opportunity for you.Why choose CFAMeaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a differenceWork-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisionsGrowth Opportunities: Learning and developmentDiscounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various servicesWellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinationsMember Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathwaysYour ApplicationClick the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.Pre-employment ChecksOffers of employment will only be made to candidates who:Successfully complete Reference Checks, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check, Driver History/Licence Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.Applications close: 11:59pm 16 November 2026.What to expect from our recruitment processIf at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email [e-mail] Country Fire Authority (CFA) values your privacy. We will use the information you provide when you are applying for employment with us for the purpose of recruitment, selection, evaluation and appointment and to report on anonymised key metrics (e.g. diversity). The information we collect will be handled in accordance with privacy laws, including the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. You can view our Privacy Statement here. For access and correction of the information we have collected, contact [e-mail]