Job Title: Auxiliary Firefighter
At Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, we are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team as Auxiliary Firefighters.
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.
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.
* Live or work within a reasonable distance of auxiliary fire station
* Australian Permanent Resident Status
Key Accountabilities:
* As a member of a team, respond to fire and other emergency incidents.
* Promote community safety and emergency preparedness by contributing to community education activities.
* Develop and maintain competencies by actively participating in regular drills and other relevant training courses provided by the QFES to ensure safety and effectiveness on the fire ground.
* Maintain the required attendance standards for emergency incidents and training.
* Operate specialist firefighting and rescue equipment in a safe and effective manner.
* Contribute to upkeep and hygiene of station facilities.
* Ensure maintenance and repair of operational equipment and station facilities.
* Contribute to incident reporting and general station administration as required.
Capabilities:
* Performance through Vision:
o Understands how their work aligns to organisational objectives
o Acts proactively
o Responds flexibly to change
o Focuses on customers
o Seeks continuous improvement
* Performance through Results:
o Focuses on performance
o Manage internal and external relationships
o Supports others' capability development
o Gives constructive feedback
* Performance through Accountability:
o Models professional and ethical behaviour