Current vacancies (if any) are listed below and have been advertised on the Tasmanian Government jobs website at www.jobs.tas.gov.au. Full details, including the Statement of Duties and an Application Form are available on that site. TFS jobs are listed under the Department of Police & Emergency Management.
FIREFIGHTER RECRUITMENT
Advertisements calling for applications are placed in the major Tasmanian newspapers (The Mercury, The Examiner and The Advocate) and in the Tasmanian Government Gazette and on the State Service website www.jobs.tas.gov.au when vacancies occur. Applications are only accepted when submitted in response to an advertised position. The decision to advertise vacancies is dependant on staffing levels, taking into account predicted resignations / retirements as well as unexpected exits.
For a guide on the process see our Recruitment Information Job Kit documents below:
· Trainee Firefighter Statement of Duties provides a detailed description of the duties, including the essential requirements, selection criteria and work environment, as well as other information needed to complete the Application Form.
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Firefighter Statement of Duties provides a detailed description of the duties, including the essential requirements, selection criteria and work environment, as well as other information needed to complete the Application Form for Firefighters with at least 12 months career firefighting experience.
(download in PDF or Word format)
· Trainee Firefighter Recruitment Process provides essential guidance on how to go about applying, and a step by step guide to the selection process.
(download in PDF or Word format)
Note for Experienced Career Firefighters: While the information in this Kit is written for Trainee Firefighter applicants, Experienced Career Firefighter applicants will be participating in largely the same process with a separate selection panel being established after the Psychological Assessment. Experienced Firefighter Applicants should read and use the information in this Kit to assist you with your application.
· Being a Firefighter in the TFS describes the rewarding career path options and excellent conditions of employment provided to Firefighters. An overview of the TFS is also contained in this document.
(download in PDF or Word format)
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