• Lucrative 19 working day month, on top of your annual leave entitlement.
• Salary Packaging - reduces taxable income while boosting your take-home pay.
• Generous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awards.

Drive fire safety excellence by supporting compliance and risk management across key directorates—play a vital role in protecting lives and assets!

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Fire Safety Officer Level 2
Remuneration: $90,772.45 - $90,772.45 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta

Where you'll be working

Cumberland Hospital, located in North Parramatta, is known for its specialised care and dedicated team. Set in a tranquil, heritage campus, it’s a unique place to grow your career while helping others playing a key role in supporting Western Sydney Local Health District and the surrounding community.

Working at Cumberland Hospital you will:

• Join a supportive and inclusive culture that values wellbeing and professional growth.
• Have access to ongoing training, development, and career pathways.
• Enjoy a peaceful, green campus designed for wellness.
• Have access to on-site staff parking and an array of Public Transport options including Buses, T1 Western Train line and the new state of the art light rail system.
• Uniform and PPE Supplied.
• Generous public health employee entitlements, including salary packaging.

What you'll be doing

The WSLHD Fire Safety Officer supports the District Fire Manager by ensuring fire safety compliance across assigned areas and offering expert guidance on related matters.

In this role you will be:

• Assisting in managing fire safety and compliance issues.
• Providing specialist advice on fire safety regulations.
• Supporting implementation of fire risk assessments.
• Liaising with directorates to ensure safety standards.
• Contributing to fire safety training and awareness.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualification: Healthcare Fire Safety Officer

Selection Criteria:

1. Completed a Fire Safety Officer (Health) Accreditation Course, in accordance with N.S.W. Health Department Circular No 2010/24. Experience in the Healthcare Industry.
2. Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training (TAE40116) or equivalent. Or willingness to attain this qualification in 12 months from appointment.
3. A current NSW Drivers Licence.
4. Demonstrated experience in the operation and maintenance of fire safety requirements
5. Demonstrated computer skills including the capacity to effectively use Microsoft Software including Outlook, Word and Excel, Oracle and Rostering systems.
6. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation
7. Good knowledge and experience of Workplace Health & Safety NSW Legislation in respect of fire safety functions within a large public organisation including working knowledge of an Incident Investigation Management System and risk management principles.
8. Proven ability to ensure that safe work practices are adopted and/or maintained within the area of responsibility.

Requisition ID: REQ578601
Applications Close: 27th July 2025

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Bradley Turner on [email protected] or mobile 0447977839.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (I.E Australian citizen, permanent resident or NZ citizen with a current passport)

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