At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the team to manage vegetation and reduce bushfire risks in WA communities.
- Company: Department of Fire & Emergency Services WA, committed to community safety.
- Benefits: Permanent position with training opportunities and diverse work environments.
- Other info: Opportunity to travel across WA and work in a supportive, inclusive team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in protecting communities from bushfires while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident; training provided.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Department of Fire & Emergency Services WA – High Wycombe WA
We currently have one (1) permanent full-time position available for immediate filling. This selection process may be used to fill other similar at level vacancies that arise within twelve (12) months. Applicants deemed suitable but not recommended may be considered for those roles. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification for this position in accordance with Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.
The State Bushfire Mitigation Team is responsible for the management of vegetation on unallocated Crown Land and unmanaged reserves within the Perth metropolitan area and all gazetted WA townsites. This position plays a key role in reducing the risk and impact of bushfires on communities.
The role is responsible for:
- Using various tools, machines and equipment to remove or modify vegetation, such as firebreak construction and maintenance work, erecting signage and maintenance of water points.
- Participating in a range of vegetation management and fuel reduction activities, including machine mulching, slashing, line trimming, and chainsaw/pole saw operations.
- Using chemical spraying techniques to manage vegetation growth.
- Ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in alignment with environmental considerations.
- Maintaining relevant qualifications and undertaking training to meet organisational requirements.
- During bushfire events, the crew may be deployed to various locations within Western Australia to assist with response and recovery operations.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment and to travel to various locations across the state.
Eligibility To Apply: You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency.
Closing Date: 4:00 PM (AWST) on Friday 17 July 2026.
For further questions, please contact Daniel Hendriksen, District Officer State Bushfire Mitigation, phone 0447 510 *** or by email ***@dfes.wa.gov.au.
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Department of Fire & Emergency Services WA Recruitment Team
