Assistant Commissioner Education & Training

Assistant Commissioner Education and Training 

• Ongoing Full Time
• Assistant Commissioner - Senior Executive Band 1 role
• Total Remuneration Package - $265,293 - $290,239
• FRNSW Emergency Services Academy - Orchard Hills or Greenacre 

About the role:      

The Assistant Commissioner sets the strategic direction of and leads the design, development and delivery of Education and Training functions for uniformed (PFF & RetFF) and non-uniformed staff within Fire & Rescue NSW (FRNSW). The role is accountable for driving organisational capacity to maintain RTO Status and complying with national curriculum requirements and education accreditation. The Assistant Commissioner must ensure the provision of superior expert training and advice to support front-line firefighting operations

About you:

You are an experienced leader with a proven record of achievement in education & training. 

You will bring:

• Extensive knowledge of contemporary trends, issues and challenges in adult education and training in the national arena with experience in developing high quality training solutions and approaches
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum management along with a detailed understanding of how curriculum applies to vocational education and training within emergency service organisations

Essential Requirements:

• Post graduate tertiary qualification in and/or significant professional experience in the discipline.
• Emergency management qualifications to enable fulfilment of legislative requirements of role

For more information on the role, please view the  Role Description

Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Deputy Commissioner Strategic Capability Paul McGuiggan AFSM on 0407 953 744

About us:

FRNSW is one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services and is the busiest in Australia. Our overriding purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life, and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, property, environment and economy of NSW.  We are prepared for anything – helping anyone, anywhere, anytime.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about Fire and Rescue NSW.

What we can offer:

• Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
• Modern buildings and facilities
• Activity based working environment
• Free on-site gym and parking
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate
• Study assistance for approved courses
• Ongoing training and development

 Our commitment to diversity:

Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire and Rescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community we serve.

We welcome people with diverse experience, skills and backgrounds, and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals who identify as LGBTIQ, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages.

If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at recruitment@fire.nsw.gov.au

How to apply:

To be considered for this role, your application requires your resume (maximum 5 pages) and your cover letter (maximum 2 pages) expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Visit the PSC website for helpful information on writing your application: https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/writing-your-application

Applications close: Sunday 4th October 2026

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type which become available over the next 18 months.