The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) seeks to establish a pool of suitable Level 6 Fire Engineering Technicians and Specified Calling Level 4 Fire Engineers. This pool will be valid for a period of 12 months and suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar at level vacancies as they arise.
Being appointed to the pool does not guarantee you placement in a position.
About Us
As Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, they perform a critical role coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property.
By empowering our people, we create a diverse and capable organisation where we are united and supportive allowing us to work better together. It’s crucial that as a collective, our employees, volunteers and the general public have all the tools they need to safely and effectively manage emergency events.
To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.
About the Role
The center is seeking to employ an energetic and progressive fire engineering technician and fire engineers who can demonstrate a logical approach to the challenges of fire safety within the built environment. The successful applicant will be one that satisfies the essential job requirements, can think strategically, and shows good judgment, intelligence, and common sense.
The Fire Engineering Technician and Engineer provides professional advice, expertise and engineering guidance in all matters of structural fire safety to support and enhance the operational expertise of the department.
The Fire Engineering Technician undertakes assessment of existing and proposed buildings and other infrastructure projects, under the guidance of the Fire Engineers, whilst applying fire engineering concepts, relevant fire safety codes and other measures to ensure adequate standards of fire safety.
To be successful in this position you will need to have well developed communication skills and be able to interact confidently with colleagues and clients to deliver advice, solutions, and projects effectively. You will work with the team of fire engineers, building fire safety officers, direct brigade alarm staff and will have contact with operational firefighters and other specialist officers.
Evidence of a current WA Drivers Licence (C Class minimum).
- A maximum two (2) page statement addressing the following essential criteria in the context of the position responsibilities contained in the attached job description forms.
- Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to negotiate and consult with staff, peers, industry groups, clients, volunteers and other Government agencies.
- Demonstrated experience with building fire safety systems, design, performance criteria and fire engineering concepts and principles to achieve effective fire safety outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience in applying relevant Standards, Building Codes, statutory Acts and Regulations to fire safety engineering assessments and plan submissions of building projects in a performance-based context.
- A current comprehensive CV that clearly demonstrates your relevant competencies and experiences, including the names of two referees who can attest to your suitability to this role.
- Evidence of your eligibility to work in Australia (Visa applicants only).
Note: If you want to be considered for the Specified Calling Level 4 Fire Engineer position, you must also provide evidence with your application of a Bachelor or Masters in a relevant field of engineering accredited to the Washington Accord and published by Engineers Australia’s Australian Engineering Accreditation Centre and, if the degree is not in fire engineering, a Graduate Diploma in fire engineering or a Master of fire engineering.
The panel will determine your suitability for each role based on your level of skills and experiences.
To assist with your application and provide you with more detail about the application process, please click on the attached Applicant Information Pack.
Please do not send your application to Alexandra Viale or seek their assistance with lodging your application.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process. All information provided is private and confidential and will only be used to provide reasonable adjustments.
Benefits of Working As well as a competitive weekly salary and being a part of something rewarding with key networking opportunities, our employees also enjoy a range of benefits which may include:
- Work-life balance through flexible working arrangement.
- Paid parental leave and public service holidays, among other attractive leave options.
- Long service leave after 7 years of continuous employment.
- Professional Career Development opportunities.
- Opportunities to assist during statewide emergency incidents.
