Commissioner, Queensland Fire And Emergency Services

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) stands at the forefront of safeguarding our community, embodying a legacy of valour, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the people of Queensland. 

As the primary provider of Fire and rescue, emergency management, disaster mitigation programs, and services across the state, QFES is a beacon of hope and strength in times of need.

We are seeking an exceptional individual to embrace the role of Commissioner, a position of critical influence and responsibility. 

This is not just a job; it's a calling to protect, serve, and inspire. 

As the custodian of QFES’s mission and values, you will navigate the complexities of Emergency Services management while fostering an environment of excellence, accountability, and innovation.

Your Mandate:

Leadership with Purpose: to manage QFES in a way that ensures QFES performs its functions under this Act effectively and efficiently

Collaboration and Diplomacy: preserve and build productive working relationships with stakeholders, identifying tactful and diplomatic management practices to support their differing and competing requirements and priorities 

Transparent Governance: mobilise effective and efficient governance, administration and operation of the department, fostering an environment of accountability for the performance of its functions and associated outcomes. 

Innovation and Excellence: pursue with transparency, the administration of the departments legislation as set out below to promote their purpose, encouraging innovation through understanding of the principal responsibilities required to deliver the Queensland Government's objectives for the community

Ethical Leadership: model to the highest level, standards of ethical behaviour, operating with transparency in decision making, establishing consistency for the application of these practices

Strategic Influence: coordinate the appropriate services required to ensure the Minister is positioned to deliver the priorities set out in the Ministerial Charter Letter for the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services

Your Legacy:

This is a unique opportunity to lead QFES into a new era of service and excellence. Your strategic vision and ethical leadership will not only impact the immediate safety and well-being of Queenslanders but also contribute significantly to the state’s future prosperity and growth.

If you are driven by a passion to make a difference, possess the leadership qualities to inspire and motivate, and are committed to fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and inclusion, we invite you to apply for the position of Commissioner, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services.

Together, we can build a safer, stronger Queensland.

QFES is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

From July 2024, QFES will become the Queensland Fire Department (QFD) as part of reforms recommended in the 2021 Independent Review of Queensland Fire and Emergency Services.  Reforms underway have already seen Disaster Management and Marine Rescue functions transfer to the Queensland Police Service.

For more information about QFES and the role of Commissioner, please visit www.ontalent.com.au/qfes or contact Natasha Olsson-Seeto or Jevon Seah on 07 3305 5800

To apply please submit your resume and a maximum 2-page cover letter including a suitability statement. 

Applications close: 21 March 2024

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services: Courage. Integrity. Loyalty. Trust.