Recruit Firefighter

Job description
Agency NT Fire and Emergency Services Work unit Training and Development Command
Job title Recruit Firefighter Designation Firefighter
Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing
Salary $80,285 - $84,403 Location Darwin or Alice Springs
Position number 24260033 RTF 354642 Closing 30/09/2026
Contact Officer Recruitment Manager on 08 8946 4111 or fire.recruitment@pfes.nt.gov.au
About the agency https://pfes.nt.gov.au/fire-and-rescue-service
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354642

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or
job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go
to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
Successfully complete the Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Service (NTFRS) Recruit Training Course and contribute to the
success of the Strategic Directions of the NTFRS.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Maintain and apply required competencies, skills and knowledge gained during recruit training.
2. Respond to emergency incidents when assigned to the Operations Division
3. Conduct Public Education and Community Fire Safety functions as directed.
4. Discharge duties with the highest level of professionalism and personal integrity and in accordance with legislation, policies,

and procedures.
5. Assist in maintaining the operational readiness of NTFRS resources.
6. Contribute to the ongoing review and enhancement of legislation, policy and procedures pertaining to the role of the NT Fire

and Rescue Service for the continuous improvement of service delivery.
7. Ensure that health and fitness levels are maintained in order to carry out duties effectively.
8. Adhere to organisational health and safety policies to contribute to a safe and healthy work environment

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Successful completion of Year 12 or a recognised tertiary or trade qualification.
2. The ability to meet the health, fitness and academic standards of the recruit selection program.
3. An understanding of the NTFRS structure and the roles and responsibilities of a Firefighter.
4. Well-developed organisational and communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment and individually with

members of the community.
5. Have an understanding of Equity and Diversity and Occupational Health and Safety within the workplace.
6. An ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures.
7. Must possess a Medium Rigid drivers licence (manual) as recognised by the Northern Territory Government, a minimum of one

(1) week prior to the commencement of the Recruit Course.
8. Have a current First Aid certificate or equivalent.
9. Have a basic understanding of mechanical tools and their use.

Further information
The successful applicant must have no significant criminal history record, confirmed by a criminal history and intelligence data
check.
Information on recruiting can be found on the NTPFES website at https://www.pfes.nt.gov.au/ or by calling (08) 8999 FIRE (3473).