Watchroom

•    Join one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest essential service providers
•    Opportunity for training and development  
•    Great EA wages and conditions. 
Ventia has over 35 years experience working with Defence and has been delivering Firefighting Services for 26 years. With a new contract awarded in 2024 for 6 years and up to two additional 2 year extensions - now is the time to join Ventia’s dedicated Fire Services Team.

Due to the evolving nature of this contract, we are currently employing a Watchroom Operator in our Fire and Rescue operations at RAAF Base Pearce in WA. This role can be a career as a Watch Room operator working within the Emergency Services and Defence Industry or the first step into a career as a Firefighter.

Responsibilities:

• To maintain an effective operational readiness in accordance with the relevant policies and guidelines of Ventia.
• Respond fire crews to incidents as required at the applicable fire station and maintain support and communications where required to the Incident Controller.
• Assist the OIC of the Fire Station to ensure that all relevant administrative duties associated with the operational aspect of the fire station are performed.
• Participate in the Fire Station training and development plan.

Mandatory Requirements:
You must hold 1 of the qualifications PUAs in EACH of the 5 Boxes below:
PUAFIR210    Prevent Injury
PUAFIR215    Prevent Injury (Superseded)EQ
PUAFIR201B Prevent Injury (Superseded)     
PUAOPE013    Operate Communication Systems and Equipment
PUAOPE013A    Operate Communication Systems and Equipment (Superseded)EQ
PUATEA001    Work in a Team
PUATEA001B    Work in a Team (Superseded)EQ
    
PUACOM001    Communicate in the Workplace
PUACOM001C    Communicate in the Workplace (Superseded)EQ
    
PUATEA002    Work Autonomously
PUATEA002B    Work Autonomously (Superseded)EQ

Highly Desirable:

• Previous experience in some form of communications room.

Other Requirements:

• A strong focus on team orientation
• Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance up to the level of Negative Vetting Level 1. As a result of this requirement the incumbent must be an Australian Citizen. 

Benefits:

• Be part of a long-term defence contract.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• A dynamic, supportive, and inclusive team culture and workplace where you could make a difference

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate. 

Diversity    
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.    

How to apply    
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.    

Position Reference Number: 166816