Job Reference: 128766213

ARE YOU AN ICT SPECIALIST WITH A PASSION FOR TECHNOLOGY AND LOOKING  FOR YOUR NEXT CAREER CHALLENGE?

The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) is the lead combat agency for bush fires in NSW and the world’s largest volunteer fire service. For over 100 years we have provided fire and emergency services to communities across NSW, and supporting services to allied agencies nationally and abroad.

The NSW RFS has recently completed a comprehensive restructure of our operational service delivery areas.  As a result, there are a number of new opportunities available to join our organisation, focused on leading a world standard of excellence in fire and emergency service delivery.

ICT Field Operations Officer (Two ongoing full-time roles)

Locations: Coffs Harbour and Dubbo

• This field based role coordinates and supports the use of ICT infrastructure and operational communications systems and procedures across the NSW RFS. This involves assisting in the coordination and planning of field based logistical, tactical and strategic communication support and infrastructure services to provide NSW RFS members with consistent, reliable and effective systems and procedures. Click here to view the role description.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in resolving complex IT and Communication Systems issues, and a flair for providing technical support to customers in a mission critical environment.  You will be passionate about delivering extraordinary services that make a positive and demonstrable difference to the community, and have an understanding and strong appreciation of emergency and volunteer-based services.

We offer great benefits and incentives to our staff members including:

• Flexible working hours including 35 hour working week
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Attractive salary, superannuation and leave entitlements
• Working for a highly regarded public safety agency, where supporting the local community is at the forefront of our business strategy

If you are a professional, forward thinking and results oriented individual with a desire to work in a rewarding and challenging environment, apply today.   

Note: The roles are NSW RFS Level 8/9, with a remuneration package up to $119,342. Package includes salary ($98,465pa - $108,988pa), employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading. Commensurate with skills and experience.

To discuss the available opportunities, please contact Glen McCartney, Team Leader ICT Field and System Operations on 0437 969 814 or via email Glen.Mccartney@rfs.nsw.gov.au.

 If you are interested in joining the NSW RFS and becoming a part of our highly regarded and world-recognised organisation, please apply through I Work for NSW.

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) which addresses the essential requirements of the role, and outlines why you believe you are suited to the role and why you are interested in the role; and
• A resume (maximum six pages) outlining your skills, experience and qualifications as well as two current referees.

Applications close: 11:59pm on Sunday 15th March 2020.

• The assessment process for this role will be an assessment centre and will be located at our Headquarters in Sydney Olympic Park in early April 2020.
• The NSW RFS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage diverse applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply for roles within our organisation.
• Relevant criminal history, referee checks and prior employment checks will be conducted on recommended applicants.
• A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for the role or similar roles, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.