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AVIATION COORDINATOR (RFS AIRCRAFT)This opportunity offers:Ongoing employmentFull time role & 35 hour working weekRFS Level 8/9Attractive annual salary $115,109 - $127,411 p.a. plus 12% superannuationLocation: Sydney Olympic ParkLooking for more information?Why not reach out to our role expert, Cheryl Cook, Manager Aviation Business, for a confidential chat on Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a DifferenceWe are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW. When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.What you''ll be doing:Coordinate and contribute to the development and delivery of strategic and innovative programs and initiatives supporting the RFS Aviation Fleet, ensuring alignment with organisation objectives, operational requirements and government priorities.To thrive in this role, you will have:Demonstrated experience in preparing high-quality written reports, briefs, and correspondence, and in communicating complex information clearly and effectively to a range of internal and external stakeholders.Demonstrated experience in project management.Experience in fire and/or emergency services aviation operations.Understanding of Civil Aviation Safety Authority regulations.Genuine appreciation and understanding of a volunteer-based community service.If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the Role Descriptionand 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.Why work for us?Operational uniform availableAttractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus moreFree access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate familySalary packaging options availableOne ''Agreed Absence'' leave day per calendar monthOngoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and poolsYou''ll also get to enjoy:Easy access to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, bus services and parking facilitiesLocal eateries and childcare facilitiesSydney Olympic Park Entertainment and Sports Precinct, including Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Showgrounds, and Bicentennial ParkEligible staff are invited to join the local Sydney Olympic Park Connected Membership program, at an additional costTo embark on your RFS journey:To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application by clicking ''Apply Now'' through the relevant advertisement on RFS Careers, 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 its resolution to others. What approach did you take?Describe a situation where your recommendation led to a better business process or policy. What was the result?Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Monday 26 January 2026.Important recruitment InformationA recruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework). The Capability application tool is designed to help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW belowVacancy Reference: R25/380This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.