chief officer – ACT fire and rescue

Emergency Services Agency (ESA)

The Emergency Services Agency (ESA) is seeking an experienced, motivated, innovative and skilled professional for the role of Chief Officer, ACT Fire and Rescue (ACTF&R)

The Chief Officer reports directly to the Commissioner and together with other Chief Officers contributes to the leadership team of ESA.  The Chief Officer ACTF&R is a senior executive of the Justice and Community Safety Directorate and works closely with other government agencies and the community.

ACTF&R provides the ACT with response capability in all areas of fire fighting; rescues and incident involving hazardous material and chemical biological and radiological events.  This includes 24/7 rapid response capability from strategic locations and is supported by an extensive volunteer network of people, equipment and facilities.

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated knowledge and ability in Fire and Rescue management and operations, have a strong knowledge of Incident Control Systems and fire ground operations and have the ability to make appropriate decisions in emergency and high pressure situations.

The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based contract of up to five years with an attractive remuneration package.

Applications close Monday 16 March 2015.