Volunteer Firefighter: Emergency Response & Training

Queensland Fire And Emergency Services; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services in Ayr is seeking auxiliary firefighters to respond to incidents and support community safety. This casual, flexible position offers exposure to firefighting, rescue, drills and station duties within the NORTHERN region.

You must live or work within a reasonable distance of an auxiliary fire station, hold Australian permanent resident status and a manual C class driver's licence, and commit to ongoing training and compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• Mandatory requirements: Employers written consent to attend incidents and emergencies (where applicable)
• Live or work within a reasonable distance of auxiliary fire station
• Australian Permanent Resident Status
• Manual C Class driver’s licence

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire and other emergency incidents as part of a station team
• Promote community safety and emergency preparedness through education activities
• Develop and maintain competencies by participating in drills and training
• Maintain attendance standards for emergencies and training
• Operate firefighting and rescue equipment safely and effectively
• Contribute to station upkeep, administration and facilities

Job description

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services in Ayr is seeking auxiliary firefighters to respond to incidents and support community safety. This casual, flexible position offers exposure to firefighting, rescue, drills and station duties within the NORTHERN region.

You must live or work within a reasonable distance of an auxiliary fire station, hold Australian permanent resident status and a manual C class driver's licence, and commit to ongoing training and compliance with policies.