Thursday, August 1, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Become An Auxiliary Fire Fighter

The Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is actively recruiting part-time auxiliary firefighters to join their dedicated team in the Burdekin Local Government Area, including stations in Ayr, Giru, and Home Hill. This is an excellent opportunity for residents to contribute to their local community whilst balancing other commitments.

QFES is an all-inclusive emergency service agency devoted to ensuring the safety of all individuals and property across Queensland. It comprises of the Fire and Rescue Service, the Rural Fire Service and the State Emergency Service. It also supports volunteer groups and operates with a unique, collaborative approach that integrates fire, rescue, emergency and disaster management services, delivering improved safety outcomes for the community.

QFES offers an inimitable and fulfilling role. The part-time firefighter position is designed to improve community safety through effective prevention, preparation, response, and recovery activities.

Requirements for participation include employer consent to attend incidents and emergencies, to live or work within a reasonable distance of an auxiliary fire station, Australian permanent resident status, and a manual C class driver’s licence.

Commitment requirements include attending 50% of calls a day with a day working routine hour schedule, or 30% of calls as a shift worker with a non-routine hour schedule, 75% attendance of regular drill and training sessions, gaining an MRV licence within 12 months of employment (at personal expense), participation of ongoing skill acquisition and maintenance programs, including first aid/emergency care, compliance with QFES policies and procedures, including code of conduct and safety standards.

Current QFES employees must apply via their internal careers site. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Interested candidates can apply through the QFES website, with the process including a fitness assessment, interviews, and background checks.

Becoming a part-time firefighter with QFES is not just a job—it's a commitment to service, excellence, and community. If you have the allegiance to serve and meet the key requirements, QFES invites you to apply and embark on a rewarding path.

For more information on the recruitment process and upcoming information sessions, visit the QFES website.

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