Shift-Relief Emergency Services Lead (FIFO/DIDO)

Corporate Protection Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to RTO Baseline Training

Health Insurance benefits

Veteran-friendly workplace

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Corporate Protection is seeking an experienced Emergency Services Officer for the Full Time Shift Relief role. You will provide field leadership, training, supervision and on-the-ground coverage across client sites, handling fire response, hazardous materials, rescues and incident management.

You will work in a high-responsibility environment requiring strong communication, teamwork and decision-making under pressure.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as an emergency services officer or operational firefighter.
• Ongoing education in emergency management techniques.
• Computer literate with ability to use Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective consultation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, road crash rescue/entrapments, technical rescues and hazardous material incidents.
• Operate emergency vehicles and equipment safely under varying conditions.
• Lead site deployments and coordinate rostering and supervision.
• Complete day-to-day admin tasks including incident reports and action plans.
• Ensure uniforms, equipment and vehicles are maintained and stocked.

Skills

Emergency response

Team leadership

Communication skills

Training delivery

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response Rescue

PUAFIR324 - Render Hazardous Materials Safe

HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid

TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

QLD Security Licence (Security Officer - Monitoring / Unarmed)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Emergency Services Officer - Full Time Shift Relief

Are you an experienced Emergency Services Officer ready to take the next step in your career?

Corporate Protection are currently seeking experienced, qualified, and dedicated individuals for our Shift Relief Emergency Services Officer position.

This position reports directly to the National Manager – Fire & Rescue and plays a critical role in supporting the department’s core functions. As a shift relief ESO you will provide operational leadership, employee training and supervision, logistical coordination, and on-the-ground shift coverage across all client locations.

When in the field tasks very depending on the requirements of our clients and may include fire response and protection, hazardous material spills, road crash rescue, confined space rescue, vertical rescue, and security, as well as emergency situational responses relevant to the operating risks of the site's risks and hazards.

🕒 Roster: Average 42 hours per week, depending on operational requirements.
📋 Employment Type:Full Time
🚗 Travel Type: FIFO & DIDO Depending on the client location

About us: Corporate Protection is a trusted leader in emergency response, health, and asset protection services across critical Australian and overseas industries including oil & gas, energy, mining, maritime, aviation, and infrastructure. We are driven by a commitment to clinical excellence, operational safety, and client-focused solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

During shifts in the field respond to fire, road crash rescue/entrapments, technical rescues, hazardous material and other emergency incidents as required.

Operate emergency response vehicles and equipment in a safe and effective manner, including driving a fire appliance and other emergency response vehicles as required, under varying circumstances and conditions.

Undertake duties such as site inspections, confined space standbys and risk assessments

Complete and lead toolbox talks, vehicle pre-start checklists and safety inspections as required

Comply with legislative, policy and procedural requirements appropriate to the position and perform duties in line with best practices.

Complete day to day administrative tasks such as incident reports, local action plans and other general administrative tasks

Ensure employees uniforms, equipment and vehicles are presentable, well maintained and well stocked in accordance with legislation as well as client and CP requirements.

Lead site deployments of both new and existing employees across our client locations

Assist Corporate Protection leadership with training, rostering, employee supervision and coordination as required.

Liaise with site-based team leaders, attend client meetings and ensure employee training requirements are delivered in accordance with the contracted deliverables

Liaise with internal Corporate Protection teams and suppliers as required

Desired Characteristics:

4 plus years’ experience with as an emergency services officer or operational firefighter

Ongoing education demonstrating a high standard of emergency management technique.

Computer literate with ability to use Microsoft Office programs.

Highly developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Effective consultation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Effective time management, problem solving and decision-making skills.

Demonstrated ability to function effectively as a team leader in a critical environment.

Mandatory Skills and Qualifications: For any qualifications and characteristics noted below, please outline the items which you currently hold in your cover letter and provide copies with your application, or immediately post interview.

Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response Rescue

PUAFIR324 - Render Hazardous Materials Safe

PUAFIR207 – Operate Breathing Apparatus Open Circuit

HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid

HLTAID015 – Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy

Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel

PUASAR024 - Undertake Road Crash Rescue

PUASAR025 – Undertake confined space rescue

PUASAR032 - Undertake vertical rescue

RIIERR201D - Conduct fire team operations

G1 – RIIRIS301E – Apply Risk Management

G2 - RIIRIS402E Carry out the Risk Management Processes

G8 – RIIWHS301E – Conduct Safety and Health Investigation

G9 – RIICOM301E – Communicate Information

Standard 11

HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing

Current manual driver’s license and Medium Rigid (MR)

White Card

Working Rights in Australia (Passport, Visa or Birth Certificate)

TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Certificate II in Security

QLD Security Licence (Security Officer - Monitoring / Security Officer - Unarmed)

CPP20521 - Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing

Certificate IV in Healthcare (or equivalent)

PUAFIR316 - Identify, detect and monitor hazardous materials at an incident

PUAFIR308 - Employ Personal Protection at a Hazardous Materials Incident

PUAFIR203 - Respond to urban fire

PUAFIR204 - Respond to wildfire

PUAFIR309 - Operate Pumps

Operate and maintain a 4WD Vehicle (RIIVEH305E)

Safely Access Rail Corridor (SARC)

Responsible Service of Alcohol

What We Offer:

Access to quality Workplace Health & Safety education and training through our in-house Registered Training Organisation [RTO] Baseline Training Pty Ltd (Employees get discounted rates on training)

HCF - Health Insurance benefits including your hospital excess cover of $750 paid for. (eligibility may apply)

Exposure to high-profile mining and industrial sites

A dynamic, supportive and collaborative team

A professional environment that fosters teamwork

Opportunities for professional growth and upskilling

A workplace that supports veterans and values frontline experience

A chance to make a genuine impact where it counts most

Application Process: Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and any qualifications via Seek by pressing “apply now”.

Corporate Protection acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this nation. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which our company is located and where we conduct our business. We pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past and present. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We are a veteran-friendly employer and proudly support veteran employment by offering opportunities for growth, development, and a work environment that values the dedication and expertise gained through service. We actively encourage applications from veterans and are committed to fostering a supportive environment that recognises and leverages the unique strengths and skills veterans bring to the workforce.

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