Recruitment heats up with information sessions for aspiring firefighters - NSW
Published: 03 Feb 2025 01:27pm
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is inviting people who are passionate about making a difference to their communities to consider becoming a full-time firefighter at Australia’s busiest urban fire and rescue agency.
The permanent firefighter recruitment drive opens next month, and you can find out more at information sessions in Sydney this Thursday, 6 February. The events will also be livestreamed so potential applicants can tune-in from across New South Wales.
Current firefighters will share their experiences, offering valuable insights into the responsibilities, physical and mental challenges, and the significant community impact that firefighters have. Staff will also guide attendees through the recruitment process, helping them understand how to prepare for the application and what to expect in the months ahead.
Why Become a Firefighter? · Make a Difference: As a firefighter, you will play a vital role in enhancing community safety, saving lives, and protecting property. · Stay Active: Firefighting is a physically demanding career that requires on-the-job training and leadership development. No two days are the same. · Job Security & Career Growth: Enjoy the stability of a permanent position and a clear path for career advancement. · Diversity: FRNSW provides services across fire, rescue, hazardous materials, community medical services, urban search and rescue, counter-terrorism, building fire safety and fire investigation and research.
Applications for FRNSW’s permanent firefighter roles open on Monday 3 March and close on Monday 17 March. To register for the information session or for more information about the recruitment process, visit www.fire.nsw.gov.au/recruitment Quotes to be attributed to FRNSW Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell:
“Being a firefighter isn’t just about putting out fires. It’s about protecting communities, responding to all kinds of emergencies, and making a real difference”
“This is a career that offers purpose, teamwork, and the chance to grow both personally and professionally”.
“We want our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve. If you’re looking for a career that keeps you active, challenges you every day, and pushes you beyond what you thought possible, this could be the opportunity you are looking for”
Media note: footage showing the diverse role of a firefighter is available here: https://vimeo.com/524603449/9ed8ef9b0c?share=copy [external link]
Information Sessions: Date: Thursday 06 February Times: 2PM and 6PM Location: 1. In person: NSW Teachers Federation Conference Centre 22-33 Mary Street Surry Hills NSW 2010 2. Online: Register at www.fire.nsw.gov.au/recruitment
Applications open: Monday 3 March - Monday 17 March.
Updated: 03 Feb 2025 12:32pm
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