Seasonal Forest Fire Tower Operator - Early Detection

Forestry Corporation Of Nsw; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Forestry Corporation of NSW is recruiting Seasonal Fire Tower Operators for The Range, SA, AU to support early wildfire detection from a fire tower. You will report signs of smoke to the FCNSW Duty Officer and coordinate with control centres as needed.

Ideal candidates are vigilant, physically fit, capable of working independently, and willing to work on a casual, call-when-needed basis; applicants must own a 4WD and live within an hour of a tower.

Qualifications

• Seasonal position requiring vigilance and ability to work independently.
• Applicants must own a 4WD and be within an hour of a fire tower.
• Casual, call-when-needed availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide early wildfire detection from a fire tower and report signs of smoke to the FCNSW Duty Officer.
• Coordinate with control centres to support incident response.

Job description

Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) invites applications for Seasonal Fire Tower Operators in NSW. The role supports early wildfire detection from a fire tower, reporting signs of smoke to FCNSW Duty Officer, and coordinating with control centres. Remote locations and variable weather are expected.

Ideal candidates are vigilant, physically fit, and capable of working independently. Applicants must own a 4WD, be within an hour of a tower, and be available on a casual, call-when-needed basis.

Seasonal Forest Fire Tower Operator - Early Detection The Range, SA, AU