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Seasonal fire crew annual recruitment

Applications are now open

Search I Work For SA for details and to lodge your application before 22/6/25.

Seasonal Fire Crew OPS 1 applications can be found here. If you have experience and are interested in leading crews, check out the Seasonal Fire Crew OPS 2 positions.

What are seasonal fire crew?

NPWS employs seasonal fire crew every year to help deliver its fire and land management responsibilities. Participation in bushfire suppression and prescribed burning operations are the focus of the job.

Seasonal fire crew form part of regional operations, and are located in offices across the state.

Recruitment occurs between June and July, with employment contracts offered to successful candidates for up to 9 months from September to May.

Firefighting can be challenging and physically demanding. Applicants undergo a rigorous, merit-based selection process to ensure they meet the demands of the job.

DEW supports workplace diversity and is committed to ensuring equality in the workplace across gender, race and age. Females, First Nations people, and people with diverse backgrounds and identities are encouraged to apply.

Wondering what it takes? Get the inside story in this short video