Manager (FSINS) Operational Training [District]

Rural Fire Service (RFS) Districts are focussed on supporting a range of operational and organisational functions in the management of rural fires, enabling field-based staff and volunteers to concentrate on immediate task execution and response. Each District encompasses operational and non-operational staff, RFS volunteers and rural fire brigades who provide fire management, mitigation, and response services for rural and semi-rural communities, including some urban fringe areas across the state. 

Reporting to the Assistant Chief Officer [District], you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of comprehensive volunteer training programs, in alignment with the statewide rural firefighting training framework. You will lead a network of Area Training Officers and ensure volunteer training is planned, delivered and evaluated to a high standard across the district. The role has strong linkages with the RFS Training unit and will have on-the-ground responsibility for the uplift of volunteer and Brigade capability in line with RFS strategic objectives. 

Mandatory requirements

• Must meet the mandatory requirements and attributes as outlined in the generic Rural Fire Service Inspector role description.

Highly desirable requirements

• High level understanding of contemporary training methodologies and registered training organisations requirements.
• Possession of a current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and/or accredited tertiary qualification in adult education would be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders from rural and remote communities. 

Location
This is a state-wide process with multiple vacancies across Queensland. Vacancies could be available in the following locations:

• Maryborough
• Rockhampton
• Mareeba
• Kedron
• Roma

During the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide your location preferences. Not all locations may be currently available. Please note, this recruitment process may be used to fill vacancies that emerge at these locations for the next 12 months.