Job Title: Auxiliary Firefighter
About Us: Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is a unique emergency service agency responsible for ensuring the safety of people and property across Queensland through prevention, preparation, response, and recovery activities.
We comprise the Fire and Rescue Service, the Rural Fire Service, and the State Emergency Service, supporting other volunteer groups providing emergency response to Queenslanders.
Purpose of the Role: As an auxiliary firefighter, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality fire, rescue, emergency, and disaster management services. Our collaborative approach ensures improved safety outcomes for the community.
Key Requirements:
- Employers written consent to attend incidents and emergencies
- Live or work within a reasonable distance of auxiliary fire station
- Australian Permanent Resident Status
- Manual C Class driver's licence
Your Key Accountabilities:
- Respond to fire and other emergency incidents as a member of a team
- Promote community safety and emergency preparedness through community education activities
- Develop and maintain competencies by participating in regular drills and training courses
- Maintain required attendance standards for emergency incidents and training
Capabilities:
To determine your suitability for this role, you will be assessed on leadership and management behavioural competencies linked to key accountabilities:
Workforce Capability Success Profile Category – Individual contributor
Performance through Vision:
- Understands how their work aligns to organisational objectives
- Acts proactively
- Responds flexibly to change
- Focuses on customers
- Seeks continuous improvement
Performance through Results:
- Focuses on performance
- Manage internal and external relationships
- Supports others' capability development
- Gives constructive feedback
Performance through Accountability:
- Models professional and ethical behaviour
- Displays rigour in analysis
- Applies specialist knowledge and skills
- Commits to personal development
Shared Values:
- Respect
- Integrity
- Trust
- Courage
- Loyalty