Senior Field Technician

NSW Rural Fire Service; New South Wales; 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 day per month

Professional development programs

Fitness Passport

Job summary

The NSW Rural Fire Service is seeking a Senior Field Technician to join the Field Deployment Team. You will install and commission critical technology into frontline vehicles across NSW, including satellite communications such as Starlink and vehicle connectivity systems.

This hands-on role requires travel throughout the state and practical problem-solving in real environments. We're looking for someone with a hands-on technical background, able to work in a small team or independently, and

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical work experience in field deployments.
• Willingness to travel across NSW and work in various environments.
• Ability to work in a small team or independently with a focus on quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission critical technology into frontline RFS vehicles across NSW.
• Handle satellite communications and vehicle connectivity systems in real-world environments.
• Travel extensively across the state to service appliances and support firefighters on the ground.

Skills

Hands-on technical work

Education

Auto-electrical / communications background

Tools

Starlink satellite communications

Job description

• 1 full time role & 35hour working week, plus an opportunity to apply for the talent pool, for future statewide vacancies
• Attractive annual salary $118,562 - $131,233p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• Location: Statewide

Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference!

We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW. When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you! Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.

What you’ll be doing:

Do you like fire trucks? Good - because we’ve got thousands of them, and we’re rolling out one of the largest emergency service vehicle communications upgrades in the country.

As a Senior Field Technician in the Field Deployment Team, you’ll be hands‑on installing and commissioning critical technology into frontline RFS vehicles across NSW. This includes satellite communications (Starlink), vehicle connectivity systems, and operational tech that directly supports firefighters on the ground.

You won’t just be sitting in a workshop - you’ll also be travelling extensively across the state, working on appliances in real environments, and seeing the direct impact of your work in the field.

Our Ideal Candidate

We’re after someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on technical work and can operate effectively in a small team while also being comfortable working independently in the field. You're a collaborative leader who takes ownership of your work, knows how to manage your own schedule, and understand the needs and expectations of your clients. You take pride in quality workmanship and getting things right the first time, and you’re adaptable, recognising that no two days or locations are the same.

A background in auto-electrical, communications, or vehicle accessory installation is highly regarded, but not essential - we’re more interested in your attitude, capability, and willingness to learn.

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the Role Descriptionand our organisation structure.

Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.

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!

Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills, knowledge, and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.

Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Sunday 15th November 2026.

Important recruitment Information

• A recruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
• We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• 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 help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Vacancy Reference: R26-377

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

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