At a Glance
- Tasks: Transport vehicles and equipment across NSW while ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join FRNSW, one of the largest urban fire and rescue services in the world.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive team, free gym access, study assistance, and flexible rosters.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Must have experience with heavy transport vehicles and a current Class HC driver's licence.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Ongoing, Full Time
Grade: Transport & Recovery Operator Level 1
Salary range ($78,000 pa to $80,292 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
Flexible Roster 38hr week 4 on - 4 off, 4 on - 2 off
On-Call allowance payable when rostered on-call.
Location: Greenacre
About the role: This role will transport vehicles and equipment throughout NSW.
What we can offer:
- Supportive team environment
- Free on-site gym and parking
- Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate
- Study assistance for approved courses
- Ongoing training and development
About you
To be successful in the role, you will be expected to:
- Have experience in driving articulated units and heavy transport vehicles (50 tonne combination) and transportation and retrieval of heavy vehicles
- Operate all transport vehicles in-line within the RMS permit system
- Refuel appliances on site at long duration incidents using the FRNSW refueling unit
- Attend major incidents to deliver and coordinate requirements, set up, operation and retrieval of the Rehabilitation POD and or the Fire Duty POD
- Operate the bulk water tanker at major incidents and work within Incident Crew management system (ICMS) guidelines, including managing other personnel in hazardous environments
Essential Requirements:
- Recognised qualifications and experience in vehicle mounted cranes, forklifts and using recovery tow trucks.
- Current Class HC drivers licence
Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Station Officer Brendan Carey, A/Fleet Operations Officer on 0428 622 798 or Station Officer Michael Kerslake on 0418 253 528.
About us
FRNSW is one of the world's largest urban fire and rescue services and is the busiest in Australia. Our overriding purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life, and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, property, environment and economy of NSW. We are prepared for anything - helping anyone, anywhere, anytime.
Our commitment to diversity:
Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire and Rescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community we serve. We welcome people with diverse experience, skills and backgrounds, and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals who identify as LGBTIQ, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages. If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at recruitment@fire.nsw.gov.au
Applications close: 5 November 2026
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type which become available over the next 18 months.
Transport & Recovery Operator in Sydney employer: Fire and Rescue NSW
As an On-Call Firefighter with Fire and Rescue NSW, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to community safety and emergency response. The role offers ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you are well-equipped to handle various emergencies while making a meaningful impact in your local area. With a supportive work culture that values teamwork and community engagement, this position provides a rewarding experience for those looking to serve and protect their community.
