We are recruiting a pool of people who are looking for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career that not only provides community safety and awareness but also provides firefighting and emergency skills, experience and knowledge, career development opportunities and family friendly working environments.
Our ideal firefighter will have courage, compassion, resilience, enthusiasm, show dedication and commitment, be a team player with strong work ethic and have passion to learn, develop and protect and serve the community.
If you have these qualities, your journey with DFES starts here.
As a firefighter, you will be involved in responding to and participating in emergency incidents to assist and safeguard people, property and the environment. This includes responding to fires, vehicle accidents, rescues, and other emergency incidents.
Eligibility To Apply
To become a firefighter, you must meet the following essential pre-requisites:
- Be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident with unrestricted work rights, or be a New Zealand Citizen with a Special Category Visa.
- Current Manual (C Class) driver’s licence.
- Current Provide First Aid Certificate HLTAID011.
Closing Date: 4pm AWST Monday 16 November 2026.
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Firefighter employer: Department of Fire and Emergency Services
As a leader in the public service sector, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to drive digital transformation within the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) in Western Australia. With a strong commitment to innovation and employee empowerment, DFES fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional growth and development, ensuring that you can make a meaningful impact on emergency services while enjoying a supportive environment. The position not only provides competitive benefits but also the chance to lead a multidisciplinary team in shaping the future of technology in public service.
Contact Details:
Department of Fire and Emergency Services Recruitment Team
