Queensland Fire Department

At the Queensland Fire Department (QFD), we’re proud to protect and serve communities across the state -responding to emergencies, managing disasters, and leading fire prevention efforts.

Formerly known as Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), QFD was established in 2024 to strengthen our state’s emergency response and disaster resilience through reform and innovation.

Our people are our greatest strength, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone belongs and thrives. If you’re driven by purpose and looking to grow in a career that supports Queenslanders when it matters most, QFD could be the place for you.

Our values: respect, integrity, courage, loyalty and trust - guide everything we do.

The Queensland Fire Department (QFD), formerly known as Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), is a modern, purpose-driven organisation protecting lives, property, and the environment across Queensland.

Officially established in July 2024, QFD leads fire prevention, disaster response, and emergency services for communities across our state. We provide frontline and behind-the-scenes roles in a wide range of career pathways—from firefighting to corporate support—backed by strong investment in training, equipment, and wellbeing.

QFD brings together key services including Queensland Fire and Rescue (QFR), Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ), State Operations Directorate (SOD), and Strategy and Corporate Services (SCS). We also work with dedicated volunteers including Scientific Officers, the AUS-1 Disaster Assistance Response Team, Auxiliary Support Officers, and Peer Support Officers.

We are actively building a more inclusive and diverse workforce and are proud to create opportunities for women and people of all backgrounds to thrive in careers that make a real impact. Whether you’re on the frontline or supporting operations, your contribution helps keep Queenslanders safe and supported

Our vision

To work together to create safer communities through contemporary fire and emergency services.

Our values

Respect, integrity, courage, loyalty, and trust guide how we work—together and with the communities we serve. These values foster a strong sense of belonging and purpose across the organisation.

Why join us?

QFD offers exciting and meaningful career pathways, investment in your growth and development, and a workplace culture built on trust, support, and collaboration. If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of something bigger, QFD could be the place for you!

ALL IN. ALL FRONTS.

Whether you're on the frontline or supporting those who are, every role with the Queensland Fire Department counts.

Queensland Fire and Rescue

Choosing an operational career with QFD is one of the most challenging and rewarding decisions you'll ever make.

Rural Fire Service Queensland

Rural Fire Service Queensland needs all types of people, with a wide range of skills, to keep brigades running and communities safe.

Business and Administration

Our business and administrative functions are responsible for providing overall strategic leadership, direction and support to all of Queensland Fire Department.

Resources

Flexibility type	Availability
Compressed working week (e.g. 38 hour week worked over 4 days instead of 5)	Role / team dependent
Flexible start and finish times	Role / team dependent
Job sharing arrangements	Individual needs considered
Part-time contracts	Individual needs considered
Rostered days off	Role / team dependent
Time-off in lieu of overtime	Role / team dependent
Work from anywhere (remote working) options	Role / team dependent
Work from anywhere (remote working) permanently	Role / team dependent

Queensland Fire Department

Overview

About us

Our vision

Our values

Why join us?

ALL IN. ALL FRONTS.

Benefits

Culture at Queensland Fire Department

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