Fire Safety Officer Level 2

• Champion fire safety across a large, complex health district

• Play a critical role in compliance, training and emergency readiness

• Be part of a high-performing Asset Management Fire Safety Team

Coordinate, educate and ensure fire safety compliance across WSLHD hospitals – protect people, property and ensure a safe healthcare environment.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Fire Safety Officer Level 2
Remuneration: $90,772.45 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Western Sydney Local Health District
Extras: 19-day month, uniform supplied, laptop and mobile phone provided

Where you'll be working 
This district-wide role supports the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), which includes major hospitals, health centres and community-based services. You’ll work closely with the Asset Management Fire Safety Team and liaise with internal and external emergency agencies to drive excellence in fire safety compliance.

• Join a collaborative team committed to health and safety

• Work across multiple hospital and healthcare sites within WSLHD

• Drive continuous improvement in fire prevention and emergency response

• Play a key part in protecting staff, patients and visitors

• Be supported by leadership focused on safety, training and growth

What you'll be doing
As a Fire Safety Officer, you will support the District Fire Safety Manager to oversee and maintain fire safety systems, coordinate staff training, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and conduct evacuation exercises across all assigned directorates.

• Assist in overseeing fire safety systems and compliance across WSLHD

• Facilitate fire safety orientation, awareness and evacuation training

• Conduct audits and inspections, ensuring quality and compliance

• Maintain accurate documentation and liaise with key stakeholders

• Support administrative duties including procurement, reporting and rostering

Want to help keep our hospitals safe?
Apply now and become a vital part of NSW Health – where your expertise helps keep people safe and systems running. Join us in building a safer, healthier future.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualification: Healthcare Fire Safety Officer 

Selection Criteria:

1. Completed a Fire Safety Officer (Health) Accreditation Course, in accordance with N.S.W. Health Department Circular No 2010/24. Experience in the Healthcare Industry.

2. Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training (TAE40116) or equivalent. Or willingness to attain this qualification in 12 months from appointment.

3. A current NSW Drivers Licence.

4. Demonstrated experience in the operation and maintenance of fire safety requirements

5. Demonstrated computer skills including the capacity to effectively use Microsoft Software including Outlook, Word and Excel, Oracle and Rostering systems.

6. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation

7. Good knowledge and experience of Workplace Health & Safety NSW Legislation in respect of fire safety functions within a large public organisation including working knowledge of an Incident Investigation Management System and risk management principles.

8. Proven ability to ensure that safe work practices are adopted and/or maintained within the area of responsibility.

Requisition ID: REQ607827
Applications Close: 26 October 2025

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Bradley Turner on Bradley.turner1@health.nsw.gov.au.