Those interested in becoming a wholetime firefighter are being given the chance to learn about the ‘hottest’ job going at a Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service open day at Ryde Fire Station in March.
HIWFRS are searching for people who can combine a passion to protect and help our communities, with the drive to learn and use lifesaving skills.
One day you’ll be responding to 999 calls and the next you’ll be helping people to understand how to keep themselves and their loved ones safe.
You don’t need any prior firefighting experience to join, as full training is provided. Having a workforce of different backgrounds, experiences, life skills and approaches helps HIWFRS to deliver a better service and make our community even safer.
To kick off the recruitment process an open day will be held at Ryde Fire Station – of Nicholson Road – on 1st March. There are several other open days at stations across the Hampshire region.
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There are morning (10:00 – 13:00) and afternoon (14:00 – 17:00) sessions to choose from.
At the open days you can
- Get advice on how to apply and prepare for interviews.
- Ask current firefighters any questions you have
- Try out the practical selection tests included in the recruitment process.
- Learn more about the various aspects of a firefighter’s role, including community fire prevention work
Ben Allen, Area Manager, People and Operation Development, said
“Putting out fires and cutting people out of cars will always be an important part of the job – but we’re also looking for people who can communicate vital safety messages and form positive relationships with the communities we serve.
“We want to make sure that members of all our different communities know what we do, who we are and consider us as a potential employer. If you have never considered working for the fire service before but want to make a difference to the community, come along to one of our open days and find out more about becoming a firefighter.
“It really is a fantastic career for anyone, with personal development and training that is second to none and opportunities to specialise into areas such as protection and progress to managing a station and other leadership roles.”
For information about the individual open days visit www.hantsfire.gov.uk/events
For more information on becoming a wholetime firefighter visit bit.ly/HIWFRSbeafirefighter2
