Seasonal Fire Tower Operator – South Coast Firewatch

Forestry Corporation of NSW; Moruya; Presencial; AUD 34.000 - 48.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Meaningful impact on forest/conserv

Descripción de la vacante

Forestry Corporation of NSW is seeking vigilant and dedicated Fire Tower Operators to join our team along the South Coast. As a Fire Tower Operator, you will monitor forest areas from a fire tower, identify potential hazards, and report signs of smoke to the FCNSW Duty Officer.

The role is casual/call-when-needed with deployment dependent on fire weather, and requires living within an hour of Plumwood tower in Moruya, NSW.

Formación

• Strong observational and navigation skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay focused for long periods.
• Excellent radio and written communication skills.
• Physically fit and able to climb two flights of stairs.
• Willing to work in remote locations and varying weather conditions.
• Own a registered Four Wheel Drive vehicle with comprehensive insurance for access.
• Available as a non-rostered casual call-when-needed employee with deployment dependent on fire weather.
• Live within one hour of the fire towers.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor designated forest areas from a fire tower for signs of smoke or fire.
• Use binoculars, maps, compass to locate and report hazards.
• Maintain contact with fire control centres and other operators.
• Record weather conditions including wind, temperature, humidity.
• Conduct regular maintenance and inspections of the fire tower and equipment.
• Assist in coordinating fire suppression with ground crews and aerial support.
• Participate in training and safety drills.

Conocimientos

Observational skills

Navigation skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Remote location work

4WD vehicle and insurance

Non-rostered casual work

Proximity to towers

Descripción del empleo

Forestry Corporation of NSW is seeking vigilant and dedicated Fire Tower Operators to join our team along the South Coast. As a Fire Tower Operator, you will monitor forest areas from a fire tower, identify potential hazards, and report signs of smoke to the FCNSW Duty Officer.

The role is casual/call-when-needed with deployment dependent on fire weather, and requires living within an hour of Plumwood tower in Moruya, NSW.