Supervisor Preparedness & Logistics

Temporary Employment

Duration: Temporary up to 31 March 2027

Full time role & 35 hour working week

RFS Level 10/11

Attractive annual salary $135,149 - $148,929 p.a. plus 12% superannuation

Location: Sydney Olympic Park (flexible working arrangements considered)

Looking for more information? Why not reach out to our role expert, Adam Streichler, A/Manager Operational Platforms, for a confidential chat on [email protected] .

Expressions of Interest are invited for the role of Supervisor, Preparedness and Logistics within the Operational Platforms team for a period of up to six months. This is an opportunity to lead a team responsible for supporting and enhancing critical ICT applications that underpin the NSW Rural Fire Service's operational preparedness, resource management and support capabilities. The successful applicant will oversee day-to-day application support, coordinate enhancements and system improvements, manage vendor and stakeholder relationships, and contribute to the delivery of ICT initiatives that support frontline operations. These include RFS Activ, FireMapper, Risk Modelling Platform and Guardian OCA. Working within a collaborative and operationally focused team, the role provides an opportunity to develop leadership experience while directly contributing to the technology capabilities that support the RFS and its members.

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable leader with strong stakeholder engagement, problem-solving and organisational skills. The ideal candidate will have experience managing business-critical ICT applications, coordinating technical teams and balancing operational support requirements with project delivery. They will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and the ability to work collaboratively with operational stakeholders, technical specialists and external vendors. Strong communication skills, a customer-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic operational environment will be highly regarded.

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the Role Description and our organisation structure .

Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.

How to apply:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now' and attach:

A cover letter in PDF format, addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;

A resume in PDF format, including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number)

Respond to two targeted questions within the online application process (maximum 500 words each): Describe how you communicated a problem and resolution to others. What approach did you take? How have you managed a heavy workload in a fast-paced setting? What strategies helped you succeed?

Describe how you communicated a problem and resolution to others. What approach did you take?

How have you managed a heavy workload in a fast-paced setting? What strategies helped you succeed?

Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills, knowledge, and capability may be assessed and verified through a capability assessment process.