Senior Research Officer

• Ongoing Full Time
• Clerk Grade 9/10
• Package up to $164,578 pa. Package includes salary range ($133,348 pa to $146,945 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Greenacre - [2-3 office days required]

About the role:      

Lead and coordinate applied fire research to provide an evidence base for the development and improvement of fire safety policy, guidelines and standards, supporting safer built environments and improved community outcomes.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience designing and undertaking complex research projects, analysing quantitative and qualitative data, and translating findings into practical, evidence-based recommendations.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships and work collaboratively with technical experts, industry professionals and diverse stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality reports, presentations and briefs, and effectively influence policy, standards and decision-making through evidence-based advice.

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary level scientific qualifications or equivalent experience

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

Should you require more information about this opportunity, please contact Jamie Vistnes, Manager Fire Safety Policy on 0408 877 479

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, please provide an up-to-date resume which details your skills and experience as relevant to this role. We recommend attaching PDF documents. Note: If you use Word, please ensure track changes is turned off prior to submitting to avoid editing being visible.

At the conclusion of the advertising period all submitted applications will be sent a video interview link to record responses to two targeted questions. Please ensure you monitor your emails following the closing date..

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

Applications close: Thursday 22 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.

Advertised: 08 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 22 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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