Operational Officer Level 3

the original; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave

MAP access

Salary packaging options

Agreed Absence leave day

Professional development

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) invites applications for an Operational Officer Level 3 and 2IC in the Southern Tablelands District, spanning Yass, Goulburn and Crookwell. The role provides leadership, coordinates daily team activities and supports the District Manager to strengthen preparedness and resilience.

You will bring strong operational leadership, conflict resolution skills, and fire management experience.

Qualifications

• RFS Group Leader qualification or the equivalent National Units of Competency (PUAOPE016 and PUAOPE023).
• Diploma in Emergency Management or equivalent expertise.
• Level 2 Principal IMT qualification in Planning, Operations or Logistics.
• Current Driver Licence and willingness to travel.
• Completion of an Operational Officer Medical Assessment certifying health and fitness.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordinate daily team activities.
• Support District Manager and team to strengthen preparedness and resilience.
• Lead teams and support incident coordination in Fire Control Centres.

Skills

Operational leadership

Conflict resolution

Volunteer/emergency services

Fire mitigation

Incident coordination

Learning agility

Community safety information

Regulatory compliance

Education

Diploma in Emergency Management

Job description

Attractive annual salary $118,562- $131,233p.a. plus 12% superannuation

Location: Position will be based within the Southern Tablelands District. The specific work location will be determined in consultation with the successful applicant.

Limited free onsite car parking is available

Annualised Conditions Allowance may apply

What you'll be doing:

An exciting opportunity to join the Southern Tablelands District team with Fire Control Centres spanning across Yass, Goulburn and Crookwell. As the Operational Officer Level 3 and 2IC you will play a key role in supporting the District Manager and team to strengthen preparedness and resilience. In this role, you will provide leadership and coordinate daily team activities.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Strong Operational leadership experience
• Confidence resolving conflict and complex matters
• Volunteer and/or emergency services experience and an understanding of risk management principles and safety systems
• An understanding and interest in fire mitigation and field operational experience
• The ability to lead teams and support incident coordination
• The desire and ability to learn new skills and qualifications
• Demonstrated commitment to understanding and delivering community safety information
• An understanding of agency statutory functions and an ability to monitor compliance of these functions
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to our communities and highly valued volunteer members

To be considered for these opportunities, you will need to provide evidence of:

• RFS Group Leader qualification or the equivalent National Units of Competency (PUAOPE016 and PUAOPE023)
• Diploma in a relevant discipline (i.e. Emergency Management, Project Management, Leadership) or equivalent expertise
• Level 2 Principal IMT qualification in Planning, Operations or Logistics
• A current Driver Licence and the willingness and ability to travel
• Completion of an Operational Officer Medical Assessment certifying the required level of general health and fitness (external candidates)

Please note: Those with equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply, the RFS will review and determine eligibility on a case-by-case basis.

You may be required to undertake further professional development depending on your existing qualifications and experience in accordance with the essential requirements of the role.

Why work for us?

• Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus more
• Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
• Salary packaging options available
• One 'Agreed Absence' leave day per calendar month
• Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!

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Important recruitment Information

Arecruitment (talent) poolfor South Eastern Area Command roles (only) may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.

Failure to submit requested information relating to qualifications and equivalent expertise may result in your application being deemed unsuccessful.

Shortlisted external applicants will be required to undergo a medical assessment (medical costs will be covered by RFS).

Successful applicants will be supported to attend a paid Induction course over a 6 week period at the RFS State Training Academy located in Dubbo.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.

The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework).The Capability application tool is designed to helpjob applicantsunderstand and use theNSW Public Sector Capability Frameworkwhen applying forjobswith the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Vacancy Reference: R26-297

This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFShere, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.