By Esther Lauaki
Sunbury firefighters are needed for the upcoming fire season.
Forest Fire Management Victoria has begun recruiting project firefighters across the state.
More than 120 positions will be offered in the Hume region.
Hume assistant chief fire officer Jarrod Hayse said project firefighters play a vital role in keeping communities and the environment safe from bushfires.
“Across the state there are over 300 project firefighter summer positions available, as
well as 18 designated positions for applicants who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander,” Mr Hayse said.
“These frontline forest firefighters are an important addition to our resources.”
More than 1000 frontline forest firefighters will be supported by 2000 staff from across various government departments.
“Project firefighters respond to bushfires, support seasonal planned burning preparation and delivery, undertake roadside vegetation and fire trail maintenance,” Mr Hayse said.
“Successful recruits will learn new skills and make a significant contribution to their local community.”
These jobs will be based at Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning and Parks Victoria offices and depots in regional Victoria. Applications close on August 26.
Details: www.ffm.vic.gov.au
