- Company: NSW Government
- Location: Australia (nationwide) (nationwide)
- Salary: $84.67/hr
NSW Government at a glance
nsw.gov.auSEC filings mentioning "NSW Government": 83 — search EDGAR
NSW Government (nsw.gov.au) is the state public service of New South Wales, Australia (nationwide). This listing is for an On Call Firefighter at brigade 453 Taree—part of the state’s emergency response network rather than a private employer brand.
RN1 On Call Firefighter - 453 Taree — NSW Government, Australia (nationwide) (nationwide)
Role Overview
The role of an RN1 On Call Firefighter with the NSW Government involves working from a local Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Fire Station. You will be responsible for undertaking a wide range of duties including community fire safety work, attending fires and other emergencies as required. This is an ongoing employment opportunity with on-call hours based in Taree.
Your Responsibilities
- Undertake community fire safety work to promote public awareness and prevent fires.
- Respond to emergency calls, including fires, medical emergencies, and other incidents as required.
- Participate in regular training exercises and drills at the Fire Station.
- Contribute to maintaining equipment and facilities at the Fire Station.
What You Bring
- A current NSW Driver’s License is required for this role.
- Previous experience in firefighting or a related field would be advantageous but not mandatory.
- The ability to work flexible on-call hours, including evenings and weekends.
- A strong commitment to public safety and community service.
About NSW Government
NSW Government is dedicated to providing essential services that support the wellbeing of its citizens. As part of this team, you will be contributing to the safety and security of the local community in Taree.
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The base retainer for this position is $84.67 per fortnight, with a rate of $35.85 per hour for incident and drill attendance. Applications close on 10 March 2026 at 11:55 pm.
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Terms used in this posting
- on-call
- You may be required to be reachable and available to work outside normal scheduled hours, typically for a set rotation.
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What people say about NSW Government
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- Grade Inflation at American Colleges and Universities
- New South Wales Attacks Researchers Who Found Internet Voting Vulnerabilities
Recent news
- NSW government ‘absolutely thrilled’ to welcome OpenAI... until someone mentioned the Terminator films - The Guardian
- Rebuilding the Hunter train manufacturing workforce begins - NSW Government
- NSW’s outdated guidelines skew assessment of coal mine approvals - Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)
- Attorney General and legal profession respond to inquiry critical of the ODPP - Law Society Journal
- International design competition announced for Bays West waterfront precinct - ArchitectureAu
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Working in Australia (nationwide) (nationwide)
The role is listed for Australia (nationwide); Taree sits on the NSW Mid North Coast. Australia (nationwide) is a large, mostly dry continent of about 7.7 million km²; expect regional NSW conditions—coastal climate, drive times to larger centres, and community-scale emergency services rather than a CBD office campus.
🇦🇺 Relocation safety for Australia (nationwide): Very Safe — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
National unemployment rate in Australia (nationwide): 4.1% — via World Bank
GDP per capita in Australia (nationwide): $65,130 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in Australia (nationwide): 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in Australia (nationwide): 1.4% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in Australia (nationwide): 1,633 — via OECD
Build the skills for this role
- Physical fitness and safe manual handling under PPE
- Team radio discipline and incident ground procedures
- Basic first aid and scene safety awareness
- Reliable on-call availability for Taree/local response
No certified training catalogue or costs were provided in CERTS.
- Why on-call firefighting with NSW Government in Taree, not a full-time metro posting
- Examples of calm decision-making under pressure and following SOPs
- How you will meet availability, fitness, and community commitment expectations
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Best fit if you live near Taree, can respond on call, and want public-safety operational work with NSW Government. Thin for anyone needing remote work (listing is on-site) or detailed pay/review data—none were supplied.
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Listing facts
- Role On Call Firefighter – RN1 – 453 Taree
- Employer NSW Government
- Location Australia (nationwide) (nationwide)
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $84.67/hr
- Posted July 31, 2026
- Apply by August 30, 2026
- Country Australia (nationwide)
- Overview Full job description on this page (255 words)
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- Hacker News — Grade Inflation at American Colleges and Universities
- Hacker News — New South Wales Attacks Researchers Who Found Internet Voting Vulnerabilities
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- Hacker News — New South Wales Attacks Researchers Who Found Internet Voting Vulnerabilities
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