Station Officer HMAS Stirling

About the role:

Our Rescue & Fire Fighting (RFF) services currently extend from stations in WA, SA, VIC, NSW, and QLD. Due to the evolving nature of this contract, we are currently employing a Station Officer for our  Aviation Fire and Rescue operations located at Fleet Base West in WA.

The successful Station Officer will respond to incidents as required and perform duties as directed by the Regional Manager.

The position we are seeking will be placed permanently on the following rostered shift pattern.

• 42 hour week worked in consecutive shifts over an 8 week cycle of:
• 2 Day shifts from 0800 hours to 1800 hours
• 2 Night shifts from 1800 hours to 0800 hours

To be considered for this role it is mandatory you have the following minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of 60 months as a paid firefighter within the fire and rescue industry
• Completed all required Public Safety units (including site specific units) up to and including the position of Station Officer in accordance with the Enterprise Agreement.
• PUA20613 Certificate II in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
• PUA30613 Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operation)
• Hold PUA40313 Certificate IV in Public Safety (Firefighting Supervision).

Ventia require specific units from within the Certificate levels including the following Public Safety Aviation Units which includes:

• PUAFIR305B Respond to Aviation Incidents (General) and
• PUAFIR205B Respond to Aviation Incidents (Specialist)
• PUAFIR209B Work safely around aircraft.
• Driver's Licence (HR)
• HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
• HLTAID006 Provide Advanced First Aid
• HLTAID007 Provide Advanced Resuscitation

Other special conditions:

• A proven track record for performance and professionalism within the fire industry
• A strong focus on team orientation
• Eligible 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
• Australian Federal Police check
• Ability to successfully pass an ARFF pre-employment medical

Benefits:

Ventia offers you a flexible, supportive, and inclusive work environment where you matter. In addition, you will find a stimulating and rewarding working environment where we take our peoples careers seriously and help them to learn and grow.

This role comes with the added security of being offered as a permanent position.

About the company:

Ventia is one of Australasia's largest dedicated infrastructure service providers, Ventia is a new and dynamic organisation with a rich history. Our clients are the owners and operators of major infrastructure that is critical to our communities. No one else does exactly what we do in the way we do it. Making infrastructure work for our communities is at the heart of who we are and it's what unites and excites us.

We acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success.

No matter who you are, we encourage you to apply for the job that's right for you. We are keen to increase diversity across our business, so our workforce reflects the diverse communities in which we work. Our current focus is on employing more women at all levels of our organisation.

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, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities. How to apply Position Reference Number: 158015