Stretching from the Pilbara Region in the south to the Northern Territory border in the east, the Kimberley Region manages over 3,800,000 hectares of land and water on behalf of the Western Australian community. Visitor highlights include Purnululu, Windjana Gorge, Geikie Gorge and Tunnel Creek national parks, as well as world class marine-based experiences including Horizontal Falls and Montgomery Reef.

The region has two major work centres: one in Broome which accommodates the regional office and West Kimberley District; the other in Kununurra (East Kimberley District).

We are currently seeking a Assistant Fire Operations Officer to join our team.

Under the immediate direction of the District Fire Coordinator, this position:

• Contributes to the preparation of burn prescriptions and assists with prescribed burning operations.
• Assists with district fire management activities and works as outlined in strategic operations and management plans.
• Provides oversight and control of all fire equipment and supplies including vehicles, plant and heavy-duty vehicles.

The position can operate across all the services within the region depending upon the development program engaged in and the operational needs of the region.