SES is an emergency and rescue service dedicated to assisting the Queensland community. We are a volunteer-based emergency service organisation whose role is to prepare for and respond to emergencies across Queensland 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365-days a year.  

'We have around 5,000 volunteers operating across Queensland, through 76 units across 7 regions supported by 11 Regional Headquarters and a State Headquarters located in Brisbane.

Our volunteers bring with them a broad range of professions, skills, experience, and backgrounds all drawn together by a common purpose – to support our communities. We train and respond to emergencies together, and the experiences we share lay the foundations for life-long friendships. 

Up-to-date training provides our people with real life skills and knowledge that is used during emergencies, and throughout life. Uniforms and equipment, including Personal Protective Equipment, are provided to support the role of SES.  

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