Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Toukley Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: About the role: On-Call Firefighters work from their local Fire…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue, Community safety, Teamwork, Communication
Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Wyoming Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance About the role: On-Call Firefighters work from their local Fire and Rescue NSW (FRN…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Basic life support, Rope work, Power tool use
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
$2k–$2k/wk
Equipment Servicer Ongoing Full time Equipment Servicer $1591.30 - $1909.60 per week plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Greenacre About the role: The Equipment Servicer is responsible…
Skills: Equipment maintenance, Equipment repair, Fitter, Turner, Hazmat equipment servicing
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Young 513 Fire + Rescue Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 11:55 pm 23 August 2026 About the role: On-Call…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community safety, Emergency response, Teamwork
Dubbo Regional Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours - Candidates who have availability between the hours of 0800 to 1700 Monday to Friday are encouraged to apply, Location: Warren Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for inc…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community safety, Emergency response, Teamwork
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
$103k–$129k/yr
Temporary Full Time (Contract until 1st July 2027 - with possibility of extension) GRD 5/6 Package up to $128,732.20pa. Package includes salary range ($102,936.00 pa to $13,579.00 pa), plus employer's contribution to sup…
Skills: Literature reviews, Research activities, Data collection, Data compilation, Research instrumentation
Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: The Entrance Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance About the role: On-Call Firefighters work from their local Fire and Rescue NSW…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community fire safety, Emergency response, Teamwork
Maitland City Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Paxton Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 5th September 2026 About the role: On-Call Firefighters work fro…
Skills: Firefighting, Emergency response, Community safety, Teamwork, Communication
Maitland City Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Bellbird Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 5th September 2026 About the role: On-Call Firefighters work f…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community fire safety, Emergency response, Basic life support
Maitland City Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Kearsley Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 4th September 2026 About the role: On-Call Firefighters work f…
Skills: Firefighting, Emergency response, Community safety, Teamwork, Communication
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Tea Gardens Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: Sunday 30 August at 11:55 pm About the role: On-Call Firefi…
Skills: Firefighting, Emergency response, Teamwork, Community engagement, Communication
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · Hybrid
$154k–$178k/yr
Ongoing Full Time Clerk Grade 11/12 Package up to $202,166 pa. Package includes salary range ($154,231 pa to $178,369 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Located in Greenacre with…
Skills: Strategic planning, Program management, Project management, Change management, Governance
Nowra, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Bega Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 11:55 pm 30 August 2026 About the role: On-Call Firefighters work …
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community safety, Emergency response, Teamwork
Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Unanderra Fire Station Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 11:55PM Sunday 30 August 2026 About the role: On…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community safety, Teamwork, Communication
Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: 461 Thirroul Fire Station Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 11:55PM, Sunday 30 August 2026 About the role…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community safety, Emergency response, Teamwork
Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Coledale Fire Station Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 11:55PM, Sunday 30 August 2026 About the role: On…
Skills: Teamwork, Communication, Fire safety, Emergency response, Community education
Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Scarborough Fire Station Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 11:55PM, Sunday 30th August 2026 About the rol…
Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Community safety, Emergency response, Teamwork
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: South West Rocks Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: 18 August at 11:55 pm About the role: On-Call Firefigh…
Skills: Firefighting, Emergency Response, Community Education, Teamwork, Communication
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Ongoing employment On-call hours Location: Bowraville Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance Applications close: Tuesday 18 August 11:55pm About the role: On-Call Firefighte…
Skills: Communication, Teamwork, Adaptability, Reliability, Community Engagement
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · Hybrid
$154k–$178k/yr
Temporary Full Time up to 26 April 2028 Clerk Grade 11/12 Package up to $202,166 pa. Package includes salary range ($154,231 pa to $178,369 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Loc…
Skills: Environmental management, Sustainability strategy, Project management, Stakeholder engagement, Regulatory compliance
Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia • On-site
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On-call firefighters are responsible for attending fires, motor vehicle accidents, and chemical hazards while providing community fire safety education. They work collaboratively with other emergency services to protect life, property, and the environment.
Candidates must hold a valid NSW driver's licence (minimum P1) and be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident. Applicants must live or work within a reasonable distance of the designated fire station and demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.
On-Call Firefighters work from their local Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Fire Station and are responsible for undertaking a wide range of duties including community fire safety work, attending fires and other emergencies such as motor vehicle accidents or chemical hazards, community education on fire prevention and safety for school children, senior citizens and local businesses, and collaboration with other emergency services such as NSW Ambulance, NSW Rural Fire Service and NSW Police.
On-Call Firefighters are paid for attendance at incidents, training sessions, community safety and education activities.
On-Call Firefighters play a crucial role in protecting people, property and the environment in their local communities. To be successful in the role you need to be team oriented, community-focused, adaptable, reliable and have availability across weekdays and/or weekends, including day and/or night work. In order to respond promptly to emergency incidents, you must live and/or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station.
Training is provided on an ongoing basis and covers all aspects of firefighting and rescue including basic life support, rope work, power tool use and community engagement skills.
At least 33% of all calls over a six (6) month period and a minimum of 80% of all calls received by the brigade during the compulsory availability in any four week period, together with no less than 75% drill attendance.
For more information on the role, please view the On-Call Firefighter Role Description
To be considered for this role, please provide an up-to-date resume which details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.
Please address the following two targeted questions. It is recommended you draft your responses in a Word document then paste into the required field in the online application.
1. An On-Call Firefighter works within a team to provide service to their community to protect life, property and the environment. Please discuss your communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment (maximum 300 words)
2. A requirement of this role is to show commitment to achieving work goals and an ability to learn new skills. Please provide an example that demonstrates your capacity to learn new skills and apply them in a practical setting (maximum 300 words)
Visit the PSC website for helpful information on writing your application: https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/writing-your-application.
The selection process will involve a number of assessments including an interview, physical aptitude test and pre-employment health assessment. We recommend you read the On-Call Firefighter Candidate Information Pack and utilise the available resources on our Careers Page to assist with your preparation.
Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact your Zone Office on [contact].
Prepared for Anything to Protect the Irreplaceable
Fire and Rescue NSW's purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, environment and economy of New South Wales. As one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services, we manage fire emergencies in NSW’s major cities and towns. We respond to rescues, hazardous materials incidents and possible terrorism activities across the State. We work with other government agencies to minimise the impact of bushfires, storms, floods, landslides, building collapses, motor vehicle accidents and other emergencies. We also run prevention and preparedness programs to prevent these emergencies and reduce their impact on the community.
Offices: 1 Amarina Avenue, Greenacre, NSW 2190, AU · Amarina Avenue, Greenacre, NSW 2190, AU
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Fire and Rescue NSW's purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, environment and economy of New South Wales. As one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services, we manage fire emergencies in NSW’s major cities and towns. We respond to rescues, hazardous materials incidents and possible terrorism activities across the State. We work with other government agencies to minimise the impact of bushfires, storms, floods, landslides, building collapses, motor vehicle accidents and other emergencies. We also run prevention and preparedness programs to prevent these emergencies and reduce their impact on the community.
Offices: 1 Amarina Avenue, Greenacre, NSW 2190, AU · Amarina Avenue, Greenacre, NSW 2190, AU
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