On-Call Firefighter - RW1 - 256 Cobar

• Ongoing employment

• Candidates with daytime availability between the hours of 0800 and 1800 Monday to Friday are encouraged to apply

• Location: Cobar

• Base retainer of $89.75 p/fortnight + $38.00 p/hour for incident and drill attendance

• Applications close: 25 October 2026

• Valid NSW Driver's Licence (minimum P1)

• Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident

• Live and/or work within a reasonable distance of the FRNSW Fire Station

Training is provided on an ongoing basis and covers all aspects of firefighting and rescue including basic life support, rope work, power tool use and community engagement skills.

. It is recommended you draft your responses in a Word document then paste into the required field in the online application.

1. An On-Call Firefighter works within a team to provide service to their community to protect life, property and the environment. Please discuss your communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment (maximum 300 words)

1. A requirement of this role is to show commitment to achieving work goals and an ability to learn new skills. Please provide an example that demonstrates your capacity to learn new skills and apply them in a practical setting (maximum 300 words)

Visit the PSC website for helpful information on writing your application: https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/writing-your-application.

The selection process will involve a number of assessments including an interview, physical aptitude test and pre-employment health assessment. We recommend you read the On-Call Firefighter Candidate Information Pack and utilise the available resources on our Careers Page to assist with your preparation.

Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact your Zone Office on 5853 2300.