Emergency Service Worker
An Emergency Service Worker responds to accidents, fires, floods, and other emergencies to protect life and property. In Australia, this broad category covers workers outside the specific police, fire fighter, and ambulance officer designations who support emergency response operations.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Stable demand through government emergency management agencies; demand may increase in areas with higher exposure to natural hazard events.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- ROLRegional Occupation List
Occupations eligible for regional visas such as Subclass 491 and 494.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| WA | Western Australia | View nomination → |
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Respond to emergency incidents and provide first response assistance
- Operate emergency equipment and vehicles in the field
- Coordinate with other emergency services during multi-agency responses
- Participate in community education and emergency preparedness activities
Skills required
- Emergency response procedures and first aid
- Physical fitness and ability to operate in challenging environments
- Communication under pressure and teamwork in emergency scenarios
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and workplace safety for emergency work
Typical qualifications pathway
Relevant certificate-level qualifications in emergency management or public safety are typical. VETASSESS is the assessing authority for migration purposes.
Visa & occupation list information
This occupation appears on the ROL. Eligible Australian skilled visa pathways include subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional). State nominations are available from nominating states and territories. For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
anzsco.com.au is information-only. For personalised advice on your situation, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Scan with your phone to open an AI chat about this occupation — no agent, no affiliation, just info you can trust.