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A role in our Mitigation crews is a great entry level opportunity where you will be able to learn new skills and obtain qualifications to kick start your career in the NSW RFS. It also provides a career path to our Operational Officer Program.
As a member of our Mitigation crews, no two days of work will be the same. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a range of exciting and rewarding activities including hazard reduction work, AIDER (Assist Infirm, Disabled and Elderly Residents) program activities, working closely with internal and external stakeholders and undertaking operational and logistical support roles at incidents. Check out what our Mitigation crews get up to here:
There are two levels for Mitigation crews:
A role in our Mitigation crews is a great entry-level opportunity where you will be able to learn new skills and obtain qualifications to kick start your career in the NSW RFS.
We are looking for motivated and community minded individuals who have a passion for emergency services and want to make a difference.
The following skills and experience would be advantageous to applicants, but are not essential:
The right candidate will have the opportunity to upskill and obtain qualifications to progress through the Mitigation Program and prepare themselves to progress into the Operational Officer Program.
Area Mitigation is a statewide program with a range of opportunities to work in a variety of locations and settings.
We have seven Area Commands which host numerous Mitigation hubs:
Mitigation Recruitment is currently underway for our Aboriginal targeted roles!
Applications for Aboriginal Targeted Mitigation Crew roles must be submitted via I Work for NSW.
If you are interested in applying for the Mitigation Crew Member or Crew Leader Aboriginal targeted opportunities, please review the Candidate Information Guide.
If you require further information, please contact the Mitigation Recruitment Team via RecruitmentPrograms@rfs.nsw.gov.au.
› Mitigation Crew roles advertising period: Tuesday 11 April – Sunday 4 June 2023
Our Mitigation Recruitment Information Sessions are designed to provide you with all the information you require regarding the Mitigation Crew roles and the recruitment process. You will also receive information regarding the physical testing component of the recruitment process and how to prepare.
Please bring your resume and driver licence and one of our friendly staff will help you to apply during the information session. If you do not have a resume, we can assist you to create one.
There are currently no APT & Kinetic Assessment Sessions scheduled. Please check back as this information is regularly updated.
There are currently no Mitigation Crew Inductions scheduled. Please check back as this information is regularly updated.
If you are a motivated and community-minded individual with a passion for Emergency Services, please register your interest below, and we will keep you up-to-date with the latest Mitigation recruitment news.
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