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Your community. Your Impact. Your Career.
Looking for a career with purpose, teamwork and real community impact?
As an Aviation Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) with Airservices Australia, you'll be part of a highly trained team helping to keep Broome or Alice Springs Airport safe and ready to respond when people need assistance most. Working alongside a close-knit crew, you'll play an important role supporting travellers, airport workers and the broader community.
What Does a Day Look Like?
No two days are the same.
A typical shift may include practise drills with your crew, maintaining specialist firefighting vehicles and equipment, physical fitness training, emergency response readiness checks, and supporting airport safety activities.
While major emergencies are rare, ARFF crews are prepared 24/7 to respond quickly and effectively to aircraft incidents, medical emergencies, fires and other airport events when they occur. Teamwork, preparation and continuous learning are at the heart of the role.
What You'll Do
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<li>Respond to aircraft incidents and airport emergencies</li>
<li>Provide first aid and emergency assistance</li>
<li>Maintain specialist firefighting vehicles and equipment</li>
<li>Participate in ongoing operational and fitness training</li>
<li>Support airport safety and emergency preparedness activities</li>
<li>Work as part of a close-knit, high-performing team</li>
</ul>
No Experience Required
You don't need previous firefighting experience.
Airservices provides comprehensive paid training, nationally recognised qualifications and ongoing development to help you build a rewarding long-term career. Successful recruits complete formal training while being paid and have opportunities to continue developing throughout their careers. The initial 15-week training is held at our world-class facility in Melbourne, you will be paid a salary for the duration of this training and your accommodation is provided.
Minimum Requirements
To apply, you'll need:
<ul>
<li>The ability to successfully complete a suite of online testing, medical assessments and meet the minimum standards of the Physical Aptitude Test (PAT)</li>
<li>Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent residency</li>
<li>Completion of secondary education (minimum Year 10)</li>
<li>A current unrestricted driver's licence</li>
<li>The ability to obtain a Heavy Rigid driver's licence (before recruit training commences)
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<li>The ability to obtain or already hold a current Provide First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011 or HLTAID014) (required before recruit training commences)
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<li>Strong teamwork, communication and decision-making skills</li>
</ul>
Physical Aptitude Test (PAT)
Firefighting starts with preparation.
As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be invited to complete a Physical Aptitude Test (PAT), designed to assess physical readiness for the ARFF Recruit Course. The assessment measures the fitness, strength and capability required to perform the role safely and effectively. Resources are available to help you understand the assessment and begin preparing well before testing.
<a href="https://youtu.be/6P3ZRaHr5_s?si=UXwZCTF_DDaR9ODC">CLICK HERE</a> to learn more about the PAT.
Why ARFF?
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<li>Paid training and nationally recognised qualifications</li>
<li>Competitive salary and benefits</li>
<li>Structured rosters and work-life balance</li>
<li>Ongoing career development and progression</li>
<li>On-site gym facilities and fitness support</li>
<li>Meaningful work helping keep Australia's aviation industry safe</li>
</ul>
 We're Looking For People Who
<ul>
<li>Enjoy working in a team environment</li>
<li>Stay calm under pressure</li>
<li>Are committed to ongoing learning and development</li>
<li>Want to make a positive contribution through public service</li>
</ul>
We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from all backgrounds and experiences.
A Career Built on Purpose. A Team Built on Trust.
If you're ready for a rewarding career supporting aviation safety in one of Australia's most unique regions, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your Expression of Interest today and join our talent community for future Aviation Rescue Fire Fighter opportunities with Airservices Australia.
Expressions of Interest Close: 20 September 2026
Learn more about the role and recruitment process: <a href="https://www.airservicesaustralia.com/careers/aviation-rescue-fire-fighting-service-careers/">https://www.airservicesaustralia.com/careers/aviation-rescue-fire-fighting-service-careers/</a>
 
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Government & Defence


Your community. Your Impact. Your Career.

Aviation Rescue Fire Fighter Expression of Interest | Broome 2027

Full time

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Make a real impact. Build a secure career in Justice. Are you looking for meaningful work, strong conditions, and a long term career pathway - without sacrificing pay certainty or work life balance? Ventia is proud to deliver custodial services on behalf of the WA Department of Justice. We’re currently seeking motivated and resilient individuals to join our Custody Officer team at the Kununurra Courthouse. This role offers structured training, guaranteed conditions under an Enterprise Agreement, and the opportunity to work in a variety of professional justice environments. About the role As a Custody Officer, you play a critical role in maintaining the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of people in custody while supporting the smooth operation of the justice system. You’ll work as part of a highly supportive team across courts, prisoner transport, and secure medical escorts - no two days are the same, and every shift has purpose. Why join Ventia? Paid training &amp; clear career entry 
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<li>Fully funded Certificate III in Correctional Practice</li>
<li>5 weeks of fully paid training before going operational</li>
<li>No prior custodial experience required</li>
</ul>
Hourly rate with structured increases 
<ul>
<li>$27.35 per hour during 5-week training</li>
<li>$29.50 per hour post training</li>
<li>$30.93 per hour after 12-months and completion of Cert III</li>
</ul>
Additional government endorsed pay 
<ul><li>Western Australian State Government Pay Contribution Allowance (PCA): $256 per fortnight (before tax)</li></ul>
Guaranteed hours &amp; premium penalty rates 
<ul>
<li>Guaranteed minimum hours under the Enterprise Agreement</li>
<li>Overtime rates apply when working:</li>
<li>Over 7.6 hours in a day</li>
<li>Before 5:00am or after 7:00pm</li>
<li>175% of base rate on Saturdays</li>
<li>200% of base rate on Sundays</li>
</ul>
Allowances that add real value 
<ul>
<li>$10,189 per year regional allowance (spread over fortnightly payments)</li>
<li>Meal allowances when working over 9.6 hours or staying overnight</li>
<li>On Call Allowance: $25.73 per day when on call (where applicable)</li>
<li>Officer In Charge (OIC) Allowance: $3 per hour when undertaking additional duties</li>
<li>Paid travel time and allowances for approved regional secondments</li>
<li>Parking reimbursements where applicable</li>
</ul>
Work variety &amp; professional experience 
<ul>
<li>Court security and custody</li>
<li>Prisoner transport and escorts</li>
<li>Secure hospital and medical duties</li>
<li>Opportunities for regional secondment</li>
</ul>
Leave and other conditions 
<ul>
<li>Uniforms and footwear provided</li>
<li>Paid breaks and TOIL options</li>
<li>Five weeks annual leave for shift workers</li>
<li>Ongoing paid training and refresher courses</li>
</ul>
Long term career pathways 
<ul>
<li>Structured progression through accredited classifications</li>
<li>Opportunities to step into senior, specialist, or supervisory roles</li>
</ul>
What you’ll be doing 
<ul>
<li>Safely supervising and transporting people in custody</li>
<li>Maintaining security during court proceedings</li>
<li>Conducting welfare checks and upholding duty of care</li>
<li>Managing challenging situations calmly and professionally</li>
<li>Completing accurate reports and records</li>
<li>Working collaboratively within a close knit operational team</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for 
<ul>
<li>Availability to complete full-time training (Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm)</li>
<li>Willingness to commit to 12 months to complete the Certificate III</li>
<li>Australian citizenship or permanent residency</li>
<li>A respectful, resilient, and professional approach</li>
<li>Ability to pass pre employment medical, fitness, and background checks</li>
</ul>
Launch your career in Custodial Services If you’re looking for secure employment, guaranteed conditions, and work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Meg Petsa at <a href="mailto:meg.petsa@ventia.com" aria-label="Email partially hidden" data-contact-match="meg.petsa@ventia.com" data-contact-match-masked="true">••••@ventia.com</a> for more information

About Ventia As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential. Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.   
How to apply   Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.  
Position Reference Number: 167816 
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Custody Officer

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Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town! 

At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).
 The Manager Environmental Health, Emergency and Rangers is a highly visible position not only internally but also externally to the community.  

You will be the leader of the Shire of Broome’s Environmental Health, Event Approval, Emergency, Ranger, and Beach Lifeguard, and as such you will have a high level of trust within the Shire, so we are seeking candidates that have a high level of personal integrity!  

A full position description can be found here: <a href="https://broome.elmotalent.com.au//uploads/broome/files/PositionDescription-ManagerEnvironmentalHealthEmergencyandRangersSept26.pd" target="_blank">Manager Health, Emergency and Rangers</a>

About You:

While you will have qualifications in Environmental Health, what will really excite us about your application will be if you are a candidate who is ready to take on this leadership role and lead our Environmental Health, Emergency and Ranger team to the next level. 

Not only will you enjoy working with communities, but you will be creative, energetic, and deeply knowledgeable about Environmental Health, Emergency and Rangers. 

As a leader, working with us means no matter what you do, you see every day and every project as an opportunity for the Shire of Broome to get better at what we do. 

If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
 About the Shire:

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:

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	<li>Salary band between $140,000 - $160,000 base salary per annum (depending on qualifications, skills and experience).</li>
	<li>In addition to base salary there are generous allowances ($11,385.00 Broome location allowance plus $20,500 Broome rental or $25,000 homeownership housing allowance) and employer matched superannuation. </li>
	<li>Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including additional annual leave - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle!</li>
	<li>Salary sacrificing options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more. </li>
	<li>Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre. </li>
	<li>A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga. </li>
	<li>An active and engaging social club. </li>
	<li>Shire housing at market rent available for candidates outside Broome (able to be salary sacrificed). </li>
	<li>Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for candidates outside Broome.</li>
</ul>

We recognise that Broome is a regional location, and housing can be a challenge. Therefore, assistance to source housing is available to candidates outside Broome, including salary sacrificing rent.

The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume that best demonstrates your suitability for this position, as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Job Applications are to be submitted through Shire’s website at <a href="https://www.broome.wa.gov.au/Council/Join-the-Shire-of-Broome-Team/Current-Vacancies"> https://www.broome.wa.gov.au/Council/Join-the-Shire-of-Broome-Team/Current-Vacancies</a>

For more information contact People and Culture on <a href="tel:08%209191%203456" aria-label="Phone number partially hidden" data-contact-match="08 9191 3456" data-contact-match-masked="true">08 •••• •456</a> or <a href="mailto:hr@broome.wa.gov.au">hr@broome.wa.gov.au</a>.

Application Deadline:

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm, Wednesday 23 September 2026.

The Shire of Broome reserves the right to close an advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.
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