OPERATIONAL OFFICER LEVEL 2
If you are interested in working for a highly regarded emergency service agency and supporting local communities, a role in our OpO Program could be for you!
The Rural Fire Service (RFS) is the lead agency for bush fire management and mitigation in NSW. Fighting fires and protecting the community from emergencies is what we do!
The Operational Officer (OpO) Program is a RFS initiative to create and encourage a mobile and agile workforce across the state. The program is a unique opportunity to gain experience in a wide range of RFS activities in district and regional roles, as well as other specialised sections across the organisation. The role provides a broad range of services in a team environment that lead to better protection of the community from bush fires and other emergencies.
This opportunity offers:
- Ongoing employment
- Full time role & 35 hour working week
- RFS Level 6/7
- Attractive annual salary $104,323 - $115,110 p.a. plus 12% superannuation
- Location: Charmhaven, Central Coast District
- Limited free onsite car parking is available
Please note: Multiple Operational Officer Level 2 roles are currently being advertised across the Hunter Area, located at East Maitland, Charmhaven and Cameron Park. Candidates interested in more than one opportunity should review each advertisement and submit a separate application for each role they wish to be considered for.
Looking for more information?
Why not reach out to our role expert, Superintendent Shane Geerin, Acting District Manager, for a confidential chat on 0400 008 793 or via
[email protected].
What you’ll be doing:
The NSW Rural Fire Service is seeking an Operational Officer Level 2 to join the Central Coast District Infrastructure team.
Primarily supporting infrastructure activities across the District, this role also has a strong emphasis on vehicle and fleet coordination. Working closely with volunteers, council workshops, contractors, the Fleet Mechanic and the broader team to support fleet and infrastructure needs, you will be instrumental in ensuring RFS vehicles, resources and related infrastructure are maintained, coordinated and ready to support volunteers and operational activity.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting vehicle and fleet coordination across the District
- Liaising with council workshops, contractors and internal stakeholders to progress vehicle maintenance and repairs
- Supporting the Fleet Mechanic with scheduling, follow-up and coordination of fleet-related work
- Monitoring vehicle and infrastructure matters to ensure issues are actioned in a timely and practical manner
- Maintaining records and using RFS systems in accordance with policies and procedures
- Communicating with volunteers and brigade representatives regarding vehicle and infrastructure matters
- Supporting broader District activities, including operational, administrative and preparedness support as required
Our ideal candidate:
You are confident and decisive, have exceptional communication skills, sound judgement and thorough due diligence. Attention to detail is essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders, including volunteers, councils and contractors.
You easily manage competing priorities, have systems in place to follow up outstanding actions and ensure accountability, and always keep your stakeholders informed. You also understand the importance of reliable vehicles, equipment and infrastructure in supporting a volunteer-based emergency service.
For this role, we are especially interested in candidates with experience in:
- Fleet or vehicle coordination
- Infrastructure, facilities or asset support
- Working with contractors, workshops or service providers
- Emergency services or volunteer-based organisations
- Scheduling, records management and stakeholder coordination
- Supporting operational readiness through practical logistics or asset management
This is an opportunity to directly support the staff and volunteers who protect local communities by ensuring the safe and effective operation of RFS vehicles and infrastructure.
If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the role description and our organisation structure
Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.
Why work for us?
- Operational uniform available
- Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus more
- Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
- Salary packaging options available
- One ‘Agreed Absence’ leave day per calendar month
- Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
- Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!
To embark on your RFS journey:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now' through the relevant advertisement on RFS Careers, and attach:
- A cover letter in PDF format, addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;
- A resume in PDF format, including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number)
- Respond to two targeted questions within the online application process (maximum 500 words each):
- Please outline how your skills, experience and capabilities align with the requirements of the Operational Officer Level 2 role. In your response, also describe what you consider to be your greatest professional strength and how it would contribute to your success in this position.
- Share an example of how you have improved or simplified a process using technology. What changed, and how did you determine its effectiveness?
Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills, knowledge, and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.
Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Monday 17 August 2026.
Important recruitment Information
- A recruitment (talent) pool for Hunter Area Command roles (only) may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
- Failure to submit requested information relating to qualifications and equivalent expertise may result in your application being deemed unsuccessful.
- Shortlisted external applicants will be required to undergo a medical assessment (medical costs will be covered by RFS).
- Successful applicants will be supported to attend a paid Induction course over a 6 week period at the RFS State Training Academy located in Dubbo.
- We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
- If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
- The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework). The Capability application tool is designed to help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.
Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below
Vacancy Reference: R26-236
This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.
