MITIGATION CREW MEMBER & LEADER
(ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER TARGETED)
If you enjoy working on Country and in Community and want to make a difference to the community, a role in our Mitigation Crews could be for you!
The Western Area Command has two Mitigation Crew Leader positions and five Mitigation Crew Member positions available targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Far West Region. Possible role locations include Brewarrina and Bourke. The final location of the role will be agreed upon with the successful candidate.
This opportunity offers:
- Full-time ongoing positions and 35 hour working week
- Paid training with ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Attractive annual salary:
- RFS Level 1 Mitigation Crew Member: $67,704 - $72,741 p.a. plus 12% superannuation
- RFS Level 2/3 Mitigation Crew Leader: $76,749 - $83,435 p.a. plus 12% superannuation
- One ‘Agreed Absence’ leave day per calendar month
- These locations have 5 weeks of annual leave and access to the remote area allowance
Looking for more information?
Call Bob Wilson-Elwood, Aboriginal Programs Officer, on 0437 307 629 for a yarn about the roles in our Mitigation Crews.
About the opportunities:
The Rural Fire Service (RFS) is the lead agency for bush fire management and mitigation in NSW. Fighting fires and protecting the community from emergencies is what we do!
We are looking for motivated and community minded individuals who have a passion for emergency services and want to make a difference. From assisting with the AIDER Program to hazard reduction, Cultural Burns and firefighting support, you’ll have the opportunity to support front line operational work on a number of exciting and rewarding activities. As part of our Mitigation Crews, you will be helping protect your community by reducing the risk of fires occurring.
We value the expertise and knowledge of Country that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can bring to the Service. RFS recently formalised our commitment to Reconciliation with the launch of our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan. To support progression of the action items within the plan, we have engaged a RAP Working Group comprised of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Members and Non-Indigenous members, from all areas, roles and responsibilities across the Service. The aim is to promote Reconciliation within our sphere of influence, strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stakeholders, progress RAP projects and initiatives and improve Cultural capability in our service delivery.
Members have access to the Mitigation Aboriginal Support Network (ASN) and a dedicated Aboriginal Programs Coordinator will provide support during the recruitment process.
To learn more about the Mitigation Crews please check out the 'Day in the Life' video or read through our Candidate Information Guide!
What you'll need to join our crews:
Mitigation Crew Member:
- A current Driver Licence (Provisional P1 or above)
- A level of physical fitness appropriate for arduous bush firefighting or similar intense and sustained physical activity
Mitigation Crew Leader:
- RFS Advanced Firefighter or its equivalent experience (and willingness to complete RFS Crew Leader Supervision within 12 weeks)
- A current Class Medium Rigid (MR) driver licence (or a Class Provisional P2 or above for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates only)
- A level of physical fitness appropriate for arduous bush firefighting or similar intense and sustained physical activity
- Please access the role descriptions below to find out more about these opportunities including a detailed list of essential requirements.
- Mitigation Crew Member
- Mitigation Crew Leader
Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.
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To ignite your RFS journey:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application via RFS Careers, and attach:
- A resume in PDF format, outlining your job history, skills, experience and qualifications and two professional referees, and
- A copy of your qualifications as per the essential requirements of the role
Come along to a local Yarn Up and our friendly staff can assist you to apply for the roles:
- Bourke Men's Shed: 17 Mitchell Street, Bourke, NSW 2840
- Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
- Brewarrina Info Centre: 50 Bathurst St, Brewarrina NSW 2839
- Thursday 28 August 2025 at 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Additional information sessions will take place at these two locations between 8th to 11th September 2025. Specific dates and times will be advertised closer to these dates.
Please bring your resume and driver licence with you. If you do not have a resume, our staff will assist you to create one.
Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Sunday 21 September 2025.
Important recruitment Information
- The advertised positions are targeted to the employment of an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person in accordance with GSE Rule 26.
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and where found suitable, will be given preference to the available locations. Applicants may be required to provide Verification of Aboriginality in addition to the selection criteria.
- Assessments will be held in person, local to the advertised vacancies. Candidates will be required to travel to these locations.
- Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a medical assessment (medical costs will be covered by RFS).
- Applicants should commence training for the physical assessments as soon as possible. To prepare for physical assessment, please check out the Area Mitigation Medical and Physical Assessment Information for Candidates here.
- Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.
- A recruitment (talent) pool for this location (only) or other rural and remote locations may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
- If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below
Vacancy Reference: R25/087
This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.
