Fire Fighter

reqId: 165561

Category: Corrections & Emergency Services

Location: Nowra Hill, New South Wales, 2540

Permanent

• Join one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest essential service providers
• Opportunity for training and development
• Great EA wages and conditions.

Ventia has over 35 years experience working with Defence and has been delivering Firefighting Services for 26 years. With a new contract awarded in 2024 for 6 years and up to two additional 2 year extentions - now is the time to join Ventia’s dedicated Fire Services Team. We are currently seeking a Firefighter to join the Fire and Rescue operations in Nowra.
About the role
This exciting position will see you work as part of a team of Firefighters who are responsible for responding to incidents including airfield, structural and bushfire management.
You will perform duties as directed by the Station & Sub Station Officers including but not limited to:

• Maintaining operational readiness in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Ensuring that all relevant administrative duties associated with operational duties are performed.
• Complying with operational health and safety requirements.
• Undertaking training and drills as required to maintain operational readiness.
• The position will require the successful applicant to work on an early/late roster cycle:

Special conditions:

To be eligible for this role, you must be able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance up to a level of negative vetting 1 (secret). As a result of this requirement the incumbent must be an Australian Citizen, be able to pass an Australian Federal Police check and the ability to successfully pass a CASA Basic Class 2 pre-employment medical.

What’s on offer:

• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program.
• Access to employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts and more.

About You
You must supply evidence of the following qualifications with your application. (Only complete applications will be assessed). The following minimum qualifications are required:

PUA20622 Certificate II in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
PUA30619 Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
Hold a current HR drivers' licence

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply
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Position Reference Number: 165561