People & Business Coordinator

This opportunity offers:

• Temporary employment, plus an opportunity to apply for the Talent Pool to fill future ongoing/full-time opportunities
• Part time job share role up to 30 June 2026, & 14 hour working week
• RFS Level 8/9
• Attractive annual salary $115,109 - $127,411 (pro rata) p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• Location: Cameron Park, Area Command Hunter (flexible working arrangements considered)
• Limited free onsite car parking

Looking for more information?

Why not reach out to our role expert, Leanne Bell, Acting Manager People & Business, for a confidential chat on 0499 585 102, or email Leanne.Bell@rfs.nsw.gov.au.

Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference!

We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW. When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you! Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.

The role

We’re excited to offer a temporary, part time opportunity for an experienced HR professional to step into the role of People & Business Coordinator. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Manager People & Business to deliver high quality support across HR, culture, business operations, and project coordination. If you love working with people, enjoy variety in your day, and take pride in improving the way things are done, then this could be the perfect role for you.

As our People & Business Coordinator, you will:

• Provide HR and business support across recruitment, onboarding, culture initiatives, and general people operations
• Prepare reports, briefings, communications, and other documents that support decision making
• Assist with business planning, performance reporting, and continuous improvement activities
• Coordinate financial records, reporting, and analysis to support compliance and planning
• Support project and procurement activities, including scheduling, documentation, and risk management
• Build strong relationships across our teams, fostering collaboration and great service delivery

You’re someone with a passion for people, a solutions focused mindset, and the confidence to work across different business areas. You’re approachable, resilient, and comfortable juggling priorities.

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in human resources and talent acquisition (public sector experience is a bonus)
• Strong business and project management skills
• Confidence using technology, including the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to adapt to different stakeholder needs
• The ability to interpret legislation, policies, and guidelines
• A collaborative, proactive working style

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the Role Description and our organisation structure.

Note:

As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.

Why work for us?

• Operational/Corporate uniform available
• Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year (pro rata), plus more
• Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
• Salary packaging options available
• Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!

To embark on your RFS journey:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’ through the relevant advertisement on RFS Careers, and attach:

• A cover letter in PDF format, addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;
• A resume in PDF format, including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number)
• Respond to two targeted questions within the online application process (maximum 500 words each):
• Tell us about resolving a complaint or conflict with a stakeholder or colleague. What was your approach to resolve matters?
• Describe a time you resolved a complex problem that affected a critical outcome. What approach did you take, and what was the result?

Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills, knowledge, and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.

Important recruitment Information

• A recruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
• We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework). The Capability application tool is designed to help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Monday 6 April 2026.

Vacancy Reference: R26-107

This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.

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