What is an on-call firefighter?
#YouCan
Become an on-call firefighter if you live or work near a station
You must be within close enough proximity to the station to respond to an emergency, typically within five minutes.
Be on-call for two locations
This means you can help the communities where you live and where you work. If your employer allows, you can choose to cover two locations at different times of the day, altering your availability times to fit the role around your life.
What does the role involve?
When not responding to emergencies, on-call firefighters must attend weekly drill nights for ongoing training and skills development.
They are also required to inform and educate their local communities and carry out home safety visits.
Physical And Medical Requirements
There are physical and medical requirements for the role, including strength and cardiovascular fitness, as well as vision and hearing standards.
Applicants undergo a series of assessments, including ladder climbs, casualty evacuation, equipment handling, and confined space tests.
A full medical examination and DBS check are also part of the recruitment process.
What are the benefits of being an on-call firefighter?
When not responding to emergencies, on-call firefighters must attend weekly drill nights for ongoing training and skills development.
They are also required to inform and educate their local communities and carry out home safety visits.
As an On-Call Firefighter at South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, #YouCan
Gain new skills
Support your community
Currently Recruiting
Blaenau Gwent:
Abertillery
Brynmawr
Bridgend:
Kenfig Hill
Maesteg
Ogmore Vale
Pencoed
Pontycymmer
Caerphilly:
Aberbargoed
Abercarn
Rhymney
Risca
Merthyr Tydfil:
Treharris
Monmouthshire:
Abergavenny
Caldicot
Chepstow
Monmouth
Usk
Rhondda Cynon Taf:
Abercynon
Aberdare
Ferndale
Hirwaun
Pontyclun
Pontypridd
Tonypandy
Torfaen:
Abersychan
Blaenavon
Vale of Glamorgan:
Barry
Cowbridge
Llantwit Major
When can I join?
For more information and support, please contact our Recruitment Team on
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