Please note that the following items have been reproduced by kind permission of the NSW Fire Brigades. Some items have been removed due to confidential & security issues.

IN ORDERS

24 June 2005

2005/14

HONOURS

Australian Fire Service Medals

The Australian Fire Service Medal was established by Her Majesty the Queen in 1988 to recognise distinguished service by members of Australian fire services.

The Medal is part of the Australian Honours system. Recipients of this award are entitled to use the post-nominals AFSM.

In the Queen's Birthday Honours 2005, medals were awarded to the following members of the NSW Fire Brigades:

Chief Superintendent Johannes Bootsma AFSM
Station Officer George Irwin AFSM
Station Officer John Gardner AFSM
Captain Keith Winkworth AFSM
Captain Keith Rhoades AFSM

Congratulations are extended to these members on their well-deserved awards.

Contact Officer:	Superintendent Peter X Stathis, Professional Standards and Conduct Officer, (02) 9265 2826
File Reference:	CHO/00038

POLICIES

Standard Operational Guidelines

1. New Standard Operational Guidelines published

The following Standard Operational Guidelines (SOGs) have been published on the Intranet and will be distributed shortly to all fire stations and sections on the SOG distribution list.

SOG 1.12 Incident Control System Tabards (version B)

SOG 6.6 Road Tunnel Incidents (version A)

SOG 8.13 Civil Disturbances (version A)

SOG 11.3 Confined Space Operations (version A)

SOG 18.2 Rapid Intervention Teams (version A)

Note: SOG 11.3 refers to the NSWFB Written Authority/Risk Assessment- Confined Spaces. This form has been posted on Station Portal and will be sent to all stations in the near future.

Station Commanders must ensure that all crews are aware of the contents of SOGs and that they are incorporated in station training.

2. Standard Operational Guideline rescinded

The following superseded SOG material should be removed from your SOG folder and destroyed:

SOG 1.12 Incident Control System Tabards (version A)

3. In Orders rescinded

New Standard Operational Guidelines		In Orders rescinded
1.12	Incident control system tabards	2004/12	ICS tabards , section 3, Range of tabards
8.13	Civil disturbances	1996/3	Civil or goal disorders
18.2	Rapid intervention teams	1994/25	Major incidents - response of salvage/rescue and pump/rescue appliances

Contact Officer: Superintendent Chris Shapter, Manager Operational Policy and Procedures, (02) 9318 4343

File Reference: CHO/08075, CHO/07248, CHO/08090, CHO/07251 and CHO/08091

ADMINISTRATIVE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT STAFF NOTICES

Vacancy

Management Accounting Officer, Clerk Grade 9/10

Position No: 720005. Head Office. Permanent full-time. Total remuneration package valued to $85,606 pa including salary ($70,397-$77,577), employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

Duties: This position is responsible for coordinating the preparation of the Department's recurrent and capital budgets, forward estimates and State Budget Papers. Monitors, analyses and reports on trends and projections. Prepares Ministerial briefings and other significant reports and correspondence for internal and external use. Coordinates the preparation of the Fire District Estimates, and is the liaison officer responsible for providing financial advice to regions and other operating units.

Selection criteria: Knowledge and experience in accounting and financial management including reporting, preparation, maintenance and review of budgets in a service delivery organisation. High level written and oral communication skills. High level numeracy and well developed computer skills. Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines and the capacity for innovation. Commitment to the concept of teamwork. Relevant tertiary qualifications with eligibility to a membership of a recognised accounting body. Common selection criteria also apply.

Enquiries: Claydon Georges, (02) 9265 2610, Claydon.georges@fire.nsw.gov.au

Information packages: Rebecca Goodwin, (02) 9265-2931, rebecca.goodwin@fire.nsw.gov.au

Applications to: Recruitment Officer, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box A249, Sydney South NSW 1232, or online at www.jobs.nsw.gov.au

Closing date: 8 July 2005

PERMANENT FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES

Vacancies

Zone Commander West 4, Dubbo

Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Superintendent or Inspector who wish to apply for the position of Zone Commander West 4 at Dubbo.

An information package should be obtained before submitting an application. Applications must address all the selection criteria.

The successful applicant may apply for the conditions contained in Clause 29 of the Crown Employees (NSW Fire Brigades Firefighting Staff) Award 2005 . Contact the Manager Operational Personnel for inquiries on Award conditions and any entitlements.

Enquiries : Acting Assistant Commissioner Michael Hurley, Acting Regional Commander West, (02) 9895 4600

Information packages : Administrative Services Coordinator, West, (02) 9895 4630

Applications to : Regional Human Resources Manager, NSW Fire Brigades, Region West Office, PO Box H4, Harris Park NSW 2150

Closing date : 5 August 2005

File reference : WES/00448

Manager Hazardous Materials Response Unit

The position of Manager Hazardous Materials Response Unit, Operational Support Level 4, was advertised in In Orders 2005/12. The closing date has now been extended to 22 July 2005.

Enquiries: Bernadette Gregory, Human Resources Manager Alexandria,
(02) 9318 4857

File reference: CHO/01522

Station Commander Broken Hill

Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Station Officer for the position of Station Commander at 238 Station Broken Hill, Zone West 7, working the 10/14 roster.

An ‘Application for Officer Transfer to Country Service' form and an information package should be obtained before submitting an application. Applications must address all the selection criteria.

Enquiries : Superintendent Col Holmes, Zone Commander West 7,

(02) 6953 6583

Information packages : Administrative Services Coordinator, West, (02) 9895 4630

Applications to : Regional Human Resources Manager, NSW Fire Brigades, Region West Office, PO Box H4, Harris Park NSW 2150

Closing date : 5 August 2005

File reference : WES/00448

Station Officer, Hazardous Materials (Illawarra)

In accordance with Clause 28.6.1.1 of the Crown Employees (NSW Fire Brigades Firefighting Staff) Award 2005, applications are invited from eligible operational personnel holding the rank of Station Officer for the position of Station Officer, Hazardous Materials (Illawarra).

An information package should be obtained before submitting an application. Applications must address all the selection criteria.

Enquiries: Inspector Michael Brown, Deputy Manager Hazmat/CBR,
(02) 9742 7154

Information Packages: Kit Andree, State Operations, (02) 9318 4351

Applications to: Human Resources Manager Alexandria, NSW Fire Brigades 189 Wyndham Street, Alexandria NSW 2015

Closing date: 5 August 2005

File Reference: CHO/01522

Work Experience Coordinator

Applications are invited from operational personnel for the position of Work Experience Coordinator , Operational Support Level 2, at Alexandria.

An information package should be obtained before submitting an application. Applications must address all the selection criteria.

Enquiries: Superintendent Robert Kaines, (02) 9318 4303

Information packages: Ms Julie O'Grady, (02) 9318 4399

Applications to: Administration Manager, State Training College, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box 559 Alexandria NSW 1435

Closing date: 5 August 2005

File reference: CHO/01896

Appointments

Recruit Firefighters

The following Recruit Firefighters were appointed to the NSW Fire Brigades on 27 May 2005:

• A Gosper 8840 J Foley

• M Thurlow 8841 T Hind

• N Sutton 8842 A Higgins

• P Doyle 8843 T King

• P Keast 8844 J Alderton

• J Bryen 8845 G Armstrong

• M Goodwin 8846 G Bertoldi

• R Jay 8847 S Conway

• D Johnson 8848 G Croake

• D Gifford 8849 W Levett

Promotions

Firefighter Level 4 to Qualified Firefighter

Anniversary date Promotion date

8131 M Kroon 9 February 2005 9 February 2005

8183 M Dixon 1 June 2005 1 June 2005

8190 I Schmarr 1 June 2005 1 June 2005

8193 M Williams 1 June 2005 1 June 2005

8194 P Williams 1 June 2005 1 June 2005

Firefighter Level 3 to Firefighter Level 4

Anniversary date Promotion date

8290 J Styles 25 January 2005 25 January 2005

8301 V Osburg 17 May 2005 17 May 2005

8303 D Price 17 May 2005 17 May 2005

8305 D Clune 17 May 2005 17 May 2005

8306 S Thomas 17 May 2005 17 May 2005

8308 G Hardy 17 May 2005 17 May 2005

8316 A Massey 17 May 2005 17 May 2005

8317 S Jack 17 May 2005 17 May 2005

8320 P McIvor 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

8322 P Innis 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

8323 S Townsend 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

8325 J Ballard 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

8328 B Hurley 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

8331 D Adam 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

8336 M Paddon 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

8337 R Goodall 31 May 2005 31 May 2005

Firefighter Level 2 to Firefighter Level 3

Anniversary date Promotion date

8422 D Baban 13 December 2004 13 December 2004

Resignation

7237 Senior Firefighter M Smith 10 June 2005

RETAINED FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES

New members appointed to Brigades

J J Baxter Parkes 1 June 2005

S J Kings Griffith 15 June 2005

C J Chaffey Tenterfield 15 June 2005

B McMillan Queanbeyan 15 June 2005

Relinquishment of Rank

RETF P McLucas Yass Deputy Captain 18 May 2005

Appointed to Ranks

DEPT C L Bush Corowa Captain 15 June 2005

Correction

The appointment of RETF C Nisbet to Engine Keeper in In Orders 2005/13 was incorrect. It should have read:

RETF C Nisbet Menai Deputy Captain 1 June 2005

These appointments are subject to the provisions of the Government and Related Employees Appeal Tribunal Act 1980. The 21 day period for appeal commences from the date of this In Order.

Resignations

RETF M A Hayes Bingara 15 January 2005

RETF R E Irving Warragamba 1 May 2005

RETF A W Gosper Warren 26 May 2005

RETF B C Waters Cobar 27 May 2005

Retirement

RETF J R Craft Mount Victoria 18 May 2005

Transferred to Honorary List

RETF M A Hayes Bingara 16 January 2005

RETF J R Craft Mount Victoria 19 May 2005

Greg Mullins AFSM
Commissioner
27 May 2005