Mechanical Engineer (Temporary)

• Mechanical Engineer (Temporary)
• Temporary Full Time
• Engineer Grade 3/4
• Package includes salary range ($116,094 pa to $141,175 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Greenacre

About the role:      

Support the work and strategic direction of FRNSW through the provision of accurate analysis and advice on all aspects of Mechanical Engineering design and performance related to building fire safety.

About you:

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering concepts and principles including related engineering software program
• Understanding of fire engineering and its application to performance-based design, fire behaviour and interaction with buildings and installed safety systems; and an ability to apply and interpret relevant policies, procedures, the Building Code

Essential Requirements:

•  Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering disciplines.

For more information on the role, please view the Role Description here Engineer Gr 3-4 FS Policy Unit.pdf

Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact *************@fire.nsw.gov.au 

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.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about Fire and Rescue NSW.

What we can offer:

• Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements 
• Modern buildings and facilities
• Activity based working 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
• Leadership development programs
• Ongoing training and development

 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 ***********@fire.nsw.gov.au

How to apply:

To be considered for this role, please provide a cover letter and an up-to-date resume which details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Please answer the following two targeted questions. It is recommended you draft your responses in a Word document then paste into the required field in the online application.

1. What are important aspects of creating good policy documents and guidelines for technical engineering issues? What strengths do you have in these areas?

2. Please provide an example of a situation where you were required to engage an audience on a technical issue. How did you present your argument and negotiate a solution to ensure that there was minimal conflict involved? What was the result?

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

Applications close: Wednesday, 14th February 2024

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.