Fire Tower Operator - Nepean Depot (Casual) x2

Ready to make a splash in your career? WaterNSW is seeking 2x Fire Tower Operators (Casual) to join our Land Operations team.

Reporting to the Catchment Officer, you’ll play an important role in protecting WaterNSW’s Special Areas, catchment assets and surrounding environment during the bushfire season. You’ll monitor and identify potential wildfires, provide timely and accurate reporting, collect weather and fire behaviour data, and support response operations through clear communication and observations. Safety will be at the heart of everything you do as you help enable rapid, informed responses to emerging fire risks.

This is an opportunity to work with an essential organisation creating a more sustainable future for the state.  This role offers the flexibility to work around life, your contribution will be valued, and you’ll be supported to build a rewarding career.

Our Perks and Benefits:

At WaterNSW, we believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer a load of benefits:

• Access to benefits as per the Enterprise Agreement
• Professional development and growth opportunities 
• Equivalent to an ordinary hourly rate of $41.27/hour (inclusive of 25% casual loading) + superannuation for casual work. Hourly rates may differ based on shift days and times - e.g. weekends, public holidays, etc.    
• And so much more! 

What you'll do:

• Ensure early detection and location of fires and report these without any time delay during the declared fire season.
• Support wildfire response operations through the provision of weather data, fire behaviour and other observations and tasks as necessary.
• Use WaterNSW communication systems and procedures to protect WaterNSW land assets and the environment.
• Monitor, collect data and recommend any actions on weather characteristics to protect WaterNSW land assets and the environment.

What we are looking for:

• Advanced firefighter Certificate or higher or equivalent experience in wildfire operations, firefighting or similar field-based roles
• Experience in radio communication procedures and the ability to read maps accurately and give accurate bearings and landmarks 
• Ability to work a 1 in 3-week roster (7 days on/14 days off), including outside normal working hours required
• Able to travel to and knowledge of the local area, which includes Nepean, Avon, Appin, Bulli and Burragorang lookout
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

Who we are:

WaterNSW operates the state’s dams, capturing and storing water, and then supplying it ready for distribution – for the environment, agriculture, industry and the community. With 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across the state, we play a vital role at the source of the state’s water, delivering two thirds of all water used in NSW. 

We’re the people taking care of the state’s water at the source – capturing, storing, delivering.

How we will support you:

At WaterNSW, we balance flexibility – and the way we work – with the needs of the business, our teams, and us as individuals.  When it comes to working in an office, we work in a hybrid way. If you’re required to be in the field or on site, the benefits of flexibility can be achieved in other ways, such as through a condensed work week. We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit our WORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities.

Our commitment & culture:

No matter how or where you work, safety is the number one priority. This means the physical and mental safety of you, your colleagues, and the public. WaterNSW is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, and people from all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate the unique perspectives, knowledge and lived experience you bring and are committed to ensuring an inclusive, supportive and respectful workplace for everyone.

Find out more at waternsw.com.au.

For more information, please reach out to: jasmine.choong@waternsw.com.au.

 

Please note applications for this position will close on Tuesday 17th November 2026 at 11.59pm.

You must have full work rights in Australia to qualify for all positions at WaterNSW. 

 

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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