Senior Officer Engineering

CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day.

Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.

We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.

To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page.

About the Role

CFA's Fleet Engineering team is responsible for the technical design, procurement and modification of emergency response vehicles that support CFA volunteers and communities across Victoria.

We are seeking a Senior Officer Engineering to provide technical expertise across CFA's fleet and capital build programs. You will help review, develop and evaluate emergency response vehicle designs, ensuring appliances are safe, fit for purpose, reliable and compliant with CFA and industry standards.

Working closely with Engineering Project Managers, Fleet Operations, manufacturers and suppliers, you will contribute to vehicle configuration, technical design, product research, procurement, warranty management and continuous improvement.

What you'll do:

• Develop 2D and 3D technical drawings and CAD designs for firefighting and specialist vehicles.
• Support vehicle configuration, stowage layouts, locker designs and bracketry using CAD and mock-up models.
• Provide technical content, drawings and imagery for operating manuals and documentation.
• Work with manufacturers and suppliers to resolve warranty issues, reworks and post-delivery problems.
• Research new manufacturing methods and recommend improvements to vehicle design, reliability and operational capability.
• Provide clear, evidence-based technical advice to support vehicle design, procurement and production decisions.
• Assess supplier proposals and manufacturing processes against engineering, operational and compliance requirements.
• Support technical investigations into vehicle reliability and safety issues, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement focused on vehicle performance, safety, reliability and whole-of-life cost.
• Promote best-practice engineering principles across CFA's Fleet environment.

About you

• Tertiary qualification or demonstrated experience in mechanical or automotive engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to assist in the development and review of technical specifications, drawings and design documentation.
• Experience supporting compliance against relevant Australian Standards, ADRs, ergonomic and safety-indesign principles.
• High level of computer literacy and proficiency in relevant engineering software i.e. AutoCAD or similar software.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality assurance and innovation.
• Demonstrated commitment to staying updated on industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in product development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to build working relationships and liaise and consult with internal and external stakeholders

Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

Your Application

Click the ‘Apply' button to access our online application portal. You will be prompted to provide your personal and contact details and to respond to employment-related questions. When applying for a position with CFA, please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and resume that clearly demonstrate your qualifications, experience and the key attributes and skills relevant to the role.

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.  You will also be required to provide at least two professional references.

Applications close: 11:59pm 17th September 2026

What to expect from our recruitment process

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves.  First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

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