Work for Us

Build Your Career in Emergency Management and Public Service

At SAFECOM, the work you do has a purpose. You’ll be part of a team that helps unify and strengthen South Australia’s emergency services, working alongside passionate people and supporting those who protect our communities every day.

Our vision is to build a leading, resilient sector trusted by the community, and every role at SAFECOM contributes to that goal. Whether you’re providing strategic leadership, supporting our people, strengthening systems and technology, or helping our emergency services be ready for what’s ahead.

We value Service, Accountability, Fairness, Excellence, Collaboration, One Team, and Mutual Respect and Inclusion. Together, these values create a workplace where people can contribute, grow, share ideas and make a genuine difference.

When you join SAFECOM, you’re not just starting a job - you’re becoming part of something bigger.

You’re helping build a stronger, more resilient emergency services sector and making a difference for South Australian communities.

Who is SAFECOM

SAFECOM is the South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission - the team behind South Australia’s emergency services.

We work alongside the CFS, MFS and SES to strengthen the sector and support the people who respond when South Australia needs them most.

We support volunteers and frontline operations, keep critical systems such as Alert SA running, strengthen disaster resilience, and provide expert advice, services and governance.

SAFECOM helps ensure our emergency services are prepared, connected and supported.

Together, we are unifying and strengthening emergency services to help protect our communities.

Benefits of Working at SAFECOM

• Flexible working options to enable employees to balance their work and life commitments
• Health and fitness benefits through end of trip facilities and free flu vaccinations
• Support for growing families through paid primary carer and paid partner leave
• Salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income with a range of pretax benefits
• Wellbeing support through confidential Employee Assistance Program Services for employees and their families
• Meaningful work that supports South Australian communities
• Professional development opportunities
• Career pathways across emergency management and government
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunity to work alongside volunteers and emergency service personnel

Find Opportunities with I Work for SA

SAFECOM employment opportunities are advertised through the I Work for SA website. Visit the site to explore current vacancies and find out more about working in the South Australian Public Sector. You can also register for job alerts to be notified when new opportunities that match your interests become available.

Career opportunities are available across a diverse range of professional and operational disciplines, including:

• Executive
• Finance and Governance
• Mental Health & Wellbeing
• Volunteer Services
• Human Resources
• Work, Health & Safety
• ICT Services
• Assets & Procurement
• Injury Management
• Emergency Operations and Management
• Risk Reduction and Policy
• Grants