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Term pool register

Term pool registrations open 31 August 2024

What is the term pool register?

NPWS maintains a term pool register of applicants who are interested in working as seasonal fire crew. Seasonal fire crew leave these positions throughout the year for a variety of reasons, including gaining other positions in the Department for Environment and Water. This register is used to help with recruitment if a position does become available. The contract length is adjusted on a case-by-case basis depending on when the vacancy occurs.

Please note that registering your interest does not guarantee employment. When and if a position becomes available during the prescribed burn or bushfire season, all applications on the register are reviewed. If you are successfully shortlisted, you may be contacted for an interview to participate in the recruitment process outlined below. Each step must be completed and successfully passed before progressing to the next stage.

Essential requirements

Please see the essential requirements for seasonal fire crew.

Term pool register application process

  1. applicants apply for the term pool register through I Work for SA as a:
    1. Seasonal fire crew (OPS2)
    2. Seasonal fire crew (OPS1)
  2. a position becomes available
  3. applications are reviewed on the register
  4. shortlisting occurs
  5. interview (including a medical assessment)
  6. task-based assessment
  7. contract issued
  8. Seasonal fire crew to commence employment.

More information

Joining the NPWS seasonal fire crew

Contact

If you have any questions about the term pool register please contact DEWFireManagement@sa.gov.au.