• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Office location negotiable
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $125,693 to $138.510 + super

 

 

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

 

 

About the role

The Team Leader Training Delivery (Fire) is a senior training officer within the Capability and Training Unit (CTU), managing the training program for tactical fire skills and fireground leadership courses within NPWS. The role leads a team of full time and part time trainers to plan, deliver and assess vocational education and training (VET) to support the growth of organisational capability related to fire response.

In addition to teaching and assessing, the Team Leader Training Delivery (Fire) contributes to the review, enhancement and validation of training programs and capability enhancement initiatives including making recommendations for operational and business improvement projects.  

 

About You

You are an experienced and motivated training professional with a strong background in firefighting operations and a keen interest in vocational education. You are passionate about designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs that align with operational priorities—particularly in fireground leadership and emergency response.

Holding a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and relevant fire qualifications, you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy working with geographically dispersed teams. As a proactive and adaptable leader, you make sound decisions, support and motivate others, and are committed to continually developing your communication and collaboration skills to build effective partnerships.

 

Essential Requirements

• TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent) or higher-level TAE qualification
• A current Australian driver’s licence
• Willingness to travel in a light aircraft
• Possess current and relevant qualifications necessary to perform operational duties aligned with the training courses overseen by this role.

 

For more information read the full Role Description: Team Leader Training Delivery

 

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

 

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

 

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

Visit a park

 

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

 

Applications close 29^th June 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Alex McFadden via alexandra.mcfadden@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 0477 706 124.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

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• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

 

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Thomas Jackson at tom.jackson@dcceew.nsw.gov.au

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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