Queensland Fire and Emergency Services
One QFES. Many Services, Many Capabilities, Many Partners
Status : Casual Flexible
Classification : FAUXF
Division : Queensland Fire & Emergency Services
Region / Directorate : FR - CENTRAL
Location : Dysart
Contact : About Us
As an emergency service agency, QFES is responsible for ensuring the safety of people and property across Queensland through the provision of effective prevention, preparation, response and recovery activities across a range of emergency situations. Comprising the Fire and Rescue Service, the Rural Fire Service and the State Emergency Service, QFES also supports other volunteer groups providing emergency response to Queenslanders. QFES is one department with many services, many capabilities and many partners.
Purpose of the Role
The functions of the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services are unique. It is the only entity in Australia that delivers high quality fire, rescue, emergency and disaster management services through a single agency. This collaborative approach across the service and with key stakeholders delivers improved safety outcomes for the community.
Key Requirements
- Employers written consent to attend incidents and emergencies (where applicable)
- Live or work within a reasonable distance of an auxiliary fire station
- Australian Permanent Resident Status
- Manual C Class driver’s licence
The QFES expects that all auxiliary firefighters will commit to the following throughout their employment :
Attending incident and emergency calls : 50% of calls as a day worker with routine hours; or 30% as a shift worker or with non-routine hoursAttending 75% of regular drill and training sessionsObtaining an MRV licence at their own expense within 12 months of employmentParticipating in ongoing skills acquisition and maintenance programs, including first aid / emergency careComplying with QFES policies and procedures including code of conduct, safety and personal presentation standardsYour Key Accountabilities
Respond to fire and other emergency incidents as part of a team (auxiliary firefighters who have not satisfactorily completed all pre-operational aspects of ARTEP may attend all activities in relation to their designated station, EXCEPT emergency incidents)Promote community safety and emergency preparedness through community education activitiesDevelop and maintain competencies by actively participating in regular drills and other relevant training courses provided by QFESMaintain required attendance standards for emergency incidents and trainingOperate specialist firefighting and rescue equipment safely and effectivelyContribute to upkeep and hygiene of station facilitiesEnsure maintenance and repair of operational equipment and station facilitiesAssist with incident reporting and general station administration as requiredPromote a positive team approach in all work activitiesComply with legislative, policy and procedural requirements appropriate to the positionCommunicate effectively with QFES personnel, other emergency service providers and the general communityContribute to a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to organisational health principles and proceduresCapabilities
Assessment is based on the Queensland Public Service Workforce Capability Success Profile for an individual contributor.
Performance through Vision : Understands how their work aligns to organisational objectives; acts proactively; responds flexibly to change; focuses on customers; seeks continuous improvementPerformance through Results : Focuses on performance; manages internal and external relationships; supports others’ capability development; gives constructive feedbackPerformance through Accountability : Models professional and ethical behaviour; displays rigour in analysis; applies specialist knowledge and skills; commits to personal developmentOnce you join us we will want you to exemplify QFES shared values :
RespectIntegrityTrustCourageLoyaltyHow To Apply
Please refer to the QFES Entry Level Operational Application Guide for information on how to apply for this role.
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