ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A

RETAINED FIREFIGHTER WITH THE NSW FIRE  BRIGADES

A Retained Firefighter is an "on call" paid firefighter.  Retained Firefighters are 'on call' from home or work rather than on duty at the station. Retained Firefighters respond to emergencies 24 hours a day.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve.  We welcome applications from women, indigenous people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Firefighters undertake a wide range of duties including:

·       motor vehicle accidents

·       bushfires

·       hazardous material response

·       storm and flood damage assistance

·       community education and fire prevention activities

·       fire suppression (building & bushfires)

·       rescue operations (including motor vehicle accidents).

To be eligible to apply for a Retained Firefighter position you must:

·       be available to attend fire calls and other incidents to meet the requirements of the station

·    live within a reasonable distance from the Retained Fire Station

·    have good communication skills and be able to work as part of a team

·       meet the medical and physical requirements of the job

·       have a current NSW drivers licence; and

·       be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

For more information on becoming a Retained Firefighter visit our website:

www.fire.nsw.gov.au

NOT ALL FIRE STATIONS EMPLOY RETAINED FIREFIGHTERS

Please check our Website for Fire Stations which have vacancies