Hugo Fort

Job Description: CFS Cadet Purpose of the Role: Key Responsibilities: Skills Developed: Commitment: Supervision: Eligibility: Pathways:

Position Title:
CFS Cadet (Volunteer)

Organisation:
South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) or relevant local brigade

Position Type:
Volunteer / Youth Development Program
Typically for ages 11–18

CFS Cadets are young individuals who participate in a structured youth development program within the Country Fire Service. The cadet program introduces young people to firefighting, emergency response, and community service in a safe, supportive, and age-appropriate environment.

• Participate in regular training sessions and activities
• Learn basic fire safety and emergency response procedures
• Develop skills in teamwork, leadership, and communication
• Assist with brigade activities such as fundraising, community education, and equipment maintenance
• Understand the structure and role of the CFS within the community
• Follow all safety protocols and instructions from adult supervisors and brigade leaders
• Prepare to potentially transition into an operational volunteer firefighter role upon reaching the eligible age
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and teamwork
• Basic firefighting knowledge
• First aid awareness
• Community responsibility and service
• Physical fitness and discipline
• Attend weekly or fortnightly cadet meetings/training (times vary by brigade)
• Participate in occasional weekend training, camps, and community events
• Cadets are supervised by qualified adult CFS members and cadet coordinators
• All activities are age-appropriate and safety-focused
• Typically aged 11 to 18 years
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Parental/guardian consent required

Upon turning 17 or 18, cadets may:

• Transition into full operational firefighter roles within CFS
• Continue volunteer service in other capacities
• Pursue further emergency services or public safety careers
• For more information call 0437 384 776

Communication Self Management Teamwork Problem Solving & Organisational Skills Creativity Workplace Health & Safety Procedures Ability to Work in the Industry General Comments

• ✅ Builds good relationships in the workplace
• ✅ Communicates appropriately with staff/clients/customers
• ✅ Always respectful and polite
• ✅ Responds appropriately to instructions and help
• ✅ Listens well
• ✅ Asks questions when appropriate
• ✅ Follows directions
• ✅ Passes on messages effectively
• ✅ Arrives on time
• ✅ Sticks to routines/timetable
  Note: Had to work around some home job issues
• ✅ Displays confidence
  Note: Did very well working with only females for one day, but found it harder
• ✅ Positive attitude to work and placement
• ✅ Informs supervisor of attendance or changes
• ✅ Shows initiative through Workplace Learning Journal questions
• ✅ Understands different workplace roles
• ✅ Follows instructions
• ✅ Works well individually
• ✅ Works well in groups
• ✅ Demonstrates leadership
• ✅ Seeks help when needed
• ✅ Refers customers to appropriate staff
• ✅ Assists customers when required
• ✅ Displays initiative
• ✅ Displays creativity
  Note: Pushed his comfort zone dealing with female clothing – did very well!
• ✅ Listens and follows WHS procedures
• ✅ Uses appropriate PPE
• ✅ Asks questions about WHS when needed
• ✅ Enthusiastic about industry work
• ✅ Asks questions and seeks information
• ✅ Demonstrates potential skills and knowledge for industry work
• Such a nice and well-spoken person.
• Once he understands a job/task, his confidence kicks in and he performs even better than expected.
• A pro at the pricing gun!
• Perfect for retail in the future.

Completed by: Halia Maynard
Date: 21/06/25

For more information call 0422 286 918