The following Firefighters have completed all the prerequisite modules and achieved competency in Level 2 Incident Control Systems. They will be promoted to the rank of Senior Firefighter as follows:

Name Date of Promotion

7265 S Andreasen 30 June 2006

7585 J Brennan 30 June 2006

7369 D McPherson 30 June 2006

8022 M Liddle 30 June 2006

7677 M Smith 30 June 2006

7918 P Chaffey 30 June 2006

8137 A Dawson 23 March 2007

8140 W Foster 23 March 2007

8180 M Coleman 1 June 2007

8181 W Coleman 1 June 2007

8208 B Jonas 13 July 2007

8215 J Yeung 13 July 2007

8220 G Browne 10 August 2007

8252 A Rees 21 September 2007

8288 M Cahill 25 January 2008

8285 A Campbell 25 January 2008

8304 R Neville 17 May 2008

8312 T Ingle 17 May 2008

8333 B Ziekenheiner 31 May 2008

8346 K Melville 12 July 2008

8419 G Lehman 13 December 2008

8417 R Timeus 13 December 2008

8542 B Hallett 27 June 2009

8675 N Medianik 28 November 2009

Contact Officers: Senior Firefighters Larry Denyer or Chris O’Keefe Professional Development Unit, (02) 9318 4852 or (02) 9318 4307

File Reference: CHO/01918

ADMINISTRATIVE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT STAFF NOTICES

Vacancy

OHS Risk Management Coordinator, Clerk 9/10

Position No: 740202. Head Office, Sydney, Temporary full-time for two years with possible extension. Total remuneration package valued to $92,591 pa including salary ($76,142-$83,907), employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

Duties: The position is responsible for researching and providing OHS services and advice to managers and other stakeholders, monitoring and auditing OHS performance, and managing the OHS Risk Management Section of the NSW Fire Brigades.

Selection criteria: Demonstrated experience and skills in providing OHS services and advice to managers. Ability and experience in leading and managing a small team of OHS professionals, in a complex, multi-site organisation or in a similar environment. High level knowledge of NSW OHS legislation, policies and practice, and ability to apply this knowledge to the practical resolution of OHS issues. Well developed oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at all levels, and to build and maintain effective networks. Sound skills and experience in preparation and presentation of complex reports, submissions, briefing notes and correspondence. Good project management skills. Post-graduate qualifications related to OHS or equivalent training or experience. Competent in the use of computer software, including email, word processing, database, spreadsheet, graphics and the internet. Common selection criteria also apply.

Note: this is a readvertised position, previous applicants need to reapply.

Inquiries: Kathryn Heiler, (02) 9265 2642, kathryn.heiler@fire.nsw.gov.au

Information packages: Bev Davis, (02) 9265 2936, bev.davis@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. Electronic applications must be MS Word compatible

Closing date: 22 June 2007

PERMANENT FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES

Vacancies

Operations Research Planning and Support Officer

Applications are invited from operational personnel for the position of Operations Research Planning and Support Officer, Operational Support Level 3, at Head Office.

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

Inquiries: Acting Superintendent Philip Harlock, Acting Manager Operations Research Unit, (02) 9265 2966

Information packages: Vicky Ballantyne, (02) 9265 2928

Applications to: Manager Operational Personnel, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box A249, Sydney South NSW 1232

Closing date: 20 July 2007

File reference: CHO/00148

Bushfire Natural Hazards Officer, Natural Hazards

Applications are invited from operational personnel for the position of Bushfire Natural Hazards Officer, Natural Hazards, Operational Support Level 2, at Greenacre.

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

Inquiries: Superintendent Gerry Byrne, Manager Bushfire/Natural Hazards, (02) 9742 7348

Information packages: Specialised Operations, (02) 9318 4351

Applications to: Manager Operational Personnel, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box A249, Sydney South NSW 1232

Closing date: 20 July 2007

Senior Firefighting Instructor, Fire Suppression Training Section

Applications are invited from operational personnel for the position of Senior Firefighting Instructor, Fire Suppression Training Section, Operational Support Level 2, at Terry Hills.

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

Inquiries: Station Officer John McDonough, Fire Suppression Training Section, (02) 9486 3483 or 0400 440 361

Information packages: Julie O’Grady, (02) 9318 4306, julie.ogrady@fire.nsw.gov.au

Applications to: Manager Operational Personnel, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box A249, Sydney South NSW 1232

Closing date: 20 July 2007

File Reference: CHO/08846

Hazmat Technical Officer

Applications are invited from operational personnel for the position of Hazmat Technical Officer, Operational Support Level 2, at the Hazmat Technical Service Centre, Greenacre.

An information package should be obtained before submitting an application.

Applications must address all the selection criteria.

Inquiries: Station Officer Stewart Alexander, Deputy Manager Hazmat Technical/Service, (02) 9709 4335

Information packages: Specialised Operations, (02) 9318 4351

Applications to: Manager Operational Personnel, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box A249, Sydney South NSW 1232

Closing date: 20 July 2007

File reference: CHO/01522

Operators, Wollongong Communication Centre

In accordance with Clause 28A.6.1.1 of the Crown Employees (NSW Fire Brigades Firefighting Staff) Award 2005 applications are invited from firefighters holding the rank of Qualified Firefighter or Senior Firefighter for Operator positions that are or may become available in the Wollongong Communication Centre.

(Staff applying under Clause 28A.6.1.1 must be attached to the Illawarra Fire District).

The appointment will be for a minimum of two years.

Operators are responsible to the Supervisor for carrying out duties and tasks required to maintain a high standard of service in call taking, dispatching and notification of incidents.

The position attracts an allowance of $269.06 per fortnight which is superable.

Appointment will involve an interview by a selection panel, and successful completion of a training course by the selected applicant. An information package must be obtained before submitting an application. An application form included in the information pack is to be completed in full.

Inquiries: Response Coordinator A, B, C or D, (02) 9318 4354

Information packages: Superintendent Tom Cooper, Manager Operational Communication Centres, (02) 9318-4855

Applications to: Manager Operational Personnel, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box A249, Sydney South NSW 1232

Closing date: 20 July 2007

File reference: CHO/01580

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Appointments

The following appointments are subject to the provisions of the Government and Related Employees Appeal Tribunal Act 1980. In some cases the maximum salary of the position may exceed the limit under which an appeal may be made to GREAT. The 21 day period for appeal commences on the date of this In Order.

Position

No.

Name

Date of Decision

Maximum Fortnightly Salary

Actual Fortnightly Salary at Date of Decision

Station Commander Dubbo

7400

J Poulos

25 May 2007

2801.38

2789.66

Operator, Newcastle Communication Centre

7334

I Anderson

4 June 2007

2635.68

2441.82

Promotions

Firefighter Level 2 to Qualified Firefighter

8693 J Sim 16 April 2007

8695 G Stevenson 16 April 2007

Firefighter Level 1 to Level 2

8818 M Maidment 29 April 2007

8830 A Gosper 27 May 2007

8832 N Sutton 27 May 2007

8833 P Doyle 27 May 2007

8834 P Keast 27 May 2007

8835 J Bryen 27 May 2007

8836 M Goodwin 27 May 2007

8837 R Jay 27 May 2007

8839 D Gifford 27 May 2007

8840 J Foley 27 May 2007

8842 A Higgins 27 May 2007

8843 T King 27 May 2007

8844 J Alderton 27 May 2007

8845 G Armstrong 27 May 2007

8847 S Conway 27 May 2007

8848 G Croake 27 May 2007

8849 W Levett 27 May 2007

Retirement

5881 Station Officer J Barr 28 April 2007

RETAINED FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES

New members appointed to Brigades

C Whiles Coolamon 1 June 2007

M Parker Doyalson 1 June 2007

C Seery Moruya 1 June 2007

P Landrigan Junee 1 June 2007

M Campbell Kariong 1 June 2007

D Wade Kariong 1 June 2007

P Waller New Lambton 1 June 2007

Appointed to Ranks

RetF A Phelps Scone Deputy Captain 25 May 2007

RetF J Kennedy Crookwell Deputy Captain 1 June 2007

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.

Relinquishment of Engine Keeper’s position

RetF M New Goonellabah 23 April 2007

Appointed to Engine Keeper’s position

RetF G Yates Corrimal 1 June 2007

This appointment is 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.

Transfers

RetF L Bradley South West Rocks to Scone 15 May 2007

RetF K Hoppo Albion Park Rail Goulburn 1 June 2007

RetF J Bennett Lithgow West Lithgow 1 June 2007

Termination

RetF B Townend Weston 31 March 2007

Resignations

RetF C Stebbimg Stockton 1 March 2007

RetF C Howell Umina 9 March 2007

RetF W Mant Toukley 16 March 2007

RetF B Martin Walgett 19 March 2007

RetF G Graves Doyalson 28 March 2007

RetF G Little Helensburgh 29 March 2007

RetF D Marchant Dungog 29 March 2007

RetF C Gander Moree 31 March 2007

RetF M Vane-Tempest Minmi 31 March 2007

RetF B Smith Wangi Wangi 31 March 2007

RetF N Richards Lithgow West 10 April 2007

RetF K Joyce Urunga 30 April 2007

RetF M Kaltenbacher Gilgandra 6 May 2007

RetF G Menlove Thredbo 17 May 2007

RetF T Macri Ulladulla 18 May 2007

RetF W Reay Boolaroo 31 May 2007

RetF D Kirkland Lithgow 31 May 2007

RetF A Brown Bangalow 1 June 2007

RetF F Smith West Wallsend 2 June 2007

Corrections

The retirements of RetF L Bettison and RetF J Lord in In Orders 2007/12 should have been listed as resignations as follows:

RetF L Bettison Portland 18 September 2006

RetF J Lord Blackheath 29 March 2007

The resignation of RetF K Smith in In Orders 2007/12 should have read:

RetF K Smith Uralla 28 February 2007

Retirements

DCapt J Cornes Teralba 1 April 2007

RetF R Lemon Harden 1 June 2007

RetF R Evers Junee 3 June 2007

Transferred to Honorary List

DCapt J Cornes Teralba 2 April 2007

RetF K Joyce Urunga 1 May 2007

RetF R Lemon Harden 2 June 2007

RetF R Evers Junee 4 June 2007

Greg Mullins AFSM

Commissioner

8 June 2007