Watchroom Operator

Role Overview

This opportunity is with one of Australia and New Zealand’s major providers of essential services. Ventia brings more than 35 years of Defence-related experience and has supported firefighting services for 26 years. Following the award of a new 6-year contract in 2024, with the possibility of two further 2-year extensions, the business is expanding its Fire Services team.

As a Watchroom Operator in Fire and Rescue operations at RAAF Base Pearce in Western Australia, you will support emergency services activity within a Defence environment. The role may suit someone aiming to build a long-term career in emergency communications and Defence support, or someone taking the first step toward becoming a firefighter.

Key Duties

• Help keep the station operationally ready at all times by following Ventia’s relevant policies and procedures.
• Dispatch fire crews to incidents when needed and provide communications and support to the Incident Controller.
• Support the Officer in Charge with the administrative tasks linked to fire station operations.
• Take part in station training and development activities.

Mandatory Qualifications

You must hold one qualification from each of the following five training areas:

• PUAFIR210 Prevent Injury, or an equivalent superseded qualification: PUAFIR215 / PUAFIR201B
• PUAOPE013 Operate Communication Systems and Equipment, or equivalent superseded qualification: PUAOPE013A
• PUATEA001 Work in a Team, or equivalent superseded qualification: PUATEA001B
• PUACOM001 Communicate in the Workplace, or equivalent superseded qualification: PUACOM001C
• PUATEA002 Work Autonomously, or equivalent superseded qualification: PUATEA002B

Preferred Background

Experience in a communications room or similar environment would be an advantage.

Other Requirements

• A strong team-first attitude is important for this position.
• You must be able to obtain a Defence Security Clearance up to Negative Vetting Level 1.
• Because of the security clearance requirement, applicants must be Australian citizens.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on a long-term Defence contract.
• Competitive pay and employment conditions under the enterprise agreement.
• Training and development opportunities are available.
• You will join a supportive, inclusive and energetic team where your contribution can make a real difference.

About the Employer

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company operating across Australia and New Zealand. Its work supports assets that are vital to local communities, with a focus on smart, safe and sustainable delivery using modern technology and skilled people. The organisation has a long history of providing essential services and values a diverse workforce.

Diversity and Inclusion

Ventia welcomes the broad range of experiences, cultures and perspectives its people bring. The company is committed to a safe, positive workplace and equal opportunity for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ people, women, veterans and spouses, and people with disability.

Application Note

Reference Number: 166816.