Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is now looking for new Wholetime Firefighters. Could you be one of them?
Aimed at people that are new to firefighting, this is an exciting opportunity for people who are interested in a dynamic and rewarding career in public service.
“We’re delighted to announce that we are now recruiting our next cohort of Wholetime Firefighters,” said Tom Brandon, Area Manager for Response at RBFRS.
“This is an opportunity for anyone who is looking to take the first step into a new and exciting career. As a firefighter, your role will be varied, and you will need to respond to incidents, engage with communities and help keep people safe.
“We’re looking for people who can rise to the challenge and make a difference in their community. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.”
The application window is open for three weeks and will close at 23:59pm on Sunday, 27 July. To find out more and apply, please visit the Wholetime Firefighter recruitment page.
“We’re looking for people who can rise to the challenge and make a difference in their community. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you”
Tom Brandon, Area Manager
Next Steps
As with previous cohorts of Wholetime Firefighter recruits, the Service welcomes applicants from any background or walk of life, so long as they are new to firefighting. Remember, there is no stereotypical firefighter.
The recruitment procedure follows a five-step process. From the initial application through to the final medical, prospective firefighters are assessed on their attitude, aptitude and ability to work in a team.
Every application is assessed solely on merit and to the same standards.
Becoming a Firefighter
If successful, applicants will become Wholetime Firefighter Recruits and will be invited to complete a residential training course at the Fire Service College in Gloucestershire.
Upon completing the course, the Recruits will return Berkshire to complete further training at the Service’s new Learning and Development Centre.
After completing their initial training, the recruits will officially Graduate and become Wholetime Firefighters before joining a Watch at one of our 12 Wholetime Fire Stations.
