CFS Region 5 Headquarters

25/07/2026

Regional Operations Planning Officer

South Australian Country Fire Service
Job reference: 852600
Location: 5271 - NARACOORTE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Primary Purpose:

The South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) is seeking an experienced and motivated Regional Operations Planning Officer to support operational preparedness and strengthen emergency response capability across Region 5. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside volunteers, staff and partner agencies to ensure the region is ready to respond safely, effectively and efficiently to emergencies.

As the Regional Operations Planning Officer, you'll lead the development and maintenance of operational planning across the region, including pre-incident planning, risk assessments, operational preparedness and incident management capability. You'll work closely with Brigades, Groups and external stakeholders to develop response plans, coordinate multi-agency exercises, manage operational projects and provide expert advice on operational systems, resource management and emergency planning. Through your work, you'll help build the capability of our volunteers and staff while ensuring Region 5 remains prepared for both current and emerging operational risks.

The CFS offers a unique opportunity for its paid workforce to support CFS volunteers in the delivery of emergency services to the community by providing operational leadership, emergency support and incident management functions. As part of this role, you'll also contribute to incident management, regional operational coordination and the continuous improvement of emergency preparedness across South Australia. For further information regarding these requirements, please refer to the Role Description.

Essential Qualifications:

Nil

Remuneration:

CFS3 - $86,478 - $94,382

Special Conditions:

Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory Emergency Services Sector Criminal History Check. For all special conditions, please refer to the Role Description.

Enquiries:

Danny Crozier - Senior Regional Operations Manager Region 5

P 0418 666 247 E [email protected]

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19/06/2026

Tuesday 23rd June CFS and Red Cross will be in Keith and Bordertown.
We will supply the coffee.

04/06/2026

We are looking for our next Regional Administrative Officer! Are you ready to join the team at SA Country Fire Service Region 5? Apply today!

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21/03/2026

Day 2 of the South East Field Days. Come and see Smokey and Paddy in the Market Pavillion today at 2.00pm!

20/03/2026

Hello from the South East Field Days! CFS is located in the Market Pavillion. Come and see us for give aways, raffles, VR, Smokey and Sq**rt the Fire Truck. Our friendly community engagement officers are ready and waiting to speak to you!

16/03/2026

CFS is heading to the South East Field Days!
Our site will look a bit different this year, you can find us in the Market Pavilion.
We have interactive activities for all ages or chat to one of our amazing Engagement Officers. We have FREE raffles for both kids and adults.
Why not stop by and say hello in the Market Pavilion.
South East Field Days Naracoorte Lucindale Council

26/02/2026

With the potential of rain over Saturday, Sunday and Monday, cumulative totals over 50mm (according to the models) in the South East and the possibility of more in the Upper South East. CFS would like to remind you that the fire danger season still continues until the 30th of April.
Given the rain forecast for this weekend CFS encourages everyone in the South East to visit the SA State Emergency Services website https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/home/ to get hints and tips on what to do in preparation for the rain and potential storm. CFS also encourages everyone to stay up to date with the latest weather warnings on www.bom.gov.au and make sure you have downloaded the Alert SA app from your app store.

South Australian State Emergency Service

21/11/2025

This weekend, CFS Region 5 is hosting a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) training course. On Sunday, you’ll see increased activity around 42 Smith Street, where the training will be held.

Region 5 Headquarters is located nearby at 46 Smith Street, so activity will be noticeable across the area.

As part of the training, we use party smoke to simulate realistic conditions for our firefighters. This means smoke may be visible around Smith Street and Magarey Crescent.

If you notice smoke in this area on Sunday, it’s likely our training. Please take a moment to check before calling 000.

Signage will be in place, and crews will be on site throughout the day.

Thank you for your understanding and support.