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A Volunteer Firefighter attends fires and other emergency situations to reduce damage to property and loss of life. You might extinguish fires with hoses and pumps or use a range of other firefighting techniques. You might also conduct preventative operations like backburning or hazard reduction burns. Volunteer Firefighters might have to rescue people caught in a fire or perform first aid when required.
Volunteer Firefighters need to be able to follow directions and work as part of a team. You’ll need to be physically fit and able to work in a wide range of conditions. Volunteer Firefighters are usually on call and may have to attend emergency situations at any time. You’ll need to be safety focused and able to follow correct procedures.
In Australia, Volunteer Firefighters are generally not paid for their work. You may be given some funds to cover your expenses but you will be donating your time for free. Volunteer Firefighters often have another job as well as their volunteer firefighting role.
There has been an increase in the number of people working in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 12,200 people employed as a firefighter in Australia and many more who do the work as a volunteer. Volunteer Firefighters work across various regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
To become a Volunteer Firefighter, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management. This course addresses a range of topics including revegetation programs and project management. You could also consider a Diploma of Conservation and Land Management.
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Here are some potential career pathways within conservation and land management and public safety. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Conservation and Land Management
Conservation Trainee
$960 weekly pay
Spotter Catcher
Volunteer Firefighter
$400 weekly pay
Conservation Officer
$1,155 weekly pay
Ecologist
$1,540 weekly pay
Forester
$1,340 weekly pay
Indigenous Land Worker
Land Management Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Land Manager
Park Ranger
$1,050 weekly pay
Regional Coordinator
Conservation Manager
$1,440 weekly pay
Public Safety
Chief Warden
Salary not available
Fire Warden
Firefighter
$1,150 weekly pay
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