More than fighting fires

Being a firefighter is no ordinary 9-5 job. The work is varied, challenging, and rewarding. Firefighters not only keep the community safe (absolute legends), they keep the environment safe too!

What are the responsibilities of a firefighter?

Not only will you be responding to emergencies, but a firefighter’s role also actually entails a range of functions including:

• Fire prevention and investigation
• Community education and activities related to safety and prevention
• Ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations during building approvals
• Carrying out building inspections to prepare risk assessments and pre-incident plans
• Attendance at fetes and other community events
• The provision of emergency safety information to specific neighborhoods or areas

Recruitment Training Program

Candidates who accept an offer of employment are required to attend recruit training at the ACT Emergency Services Agency (ESA) Hume Training Centre which by the end of it you'll gain a qualification! To partake in the training program you need to be 21 - not quite there yet? It's the perfect time to start preparing. 

The program includes 20 weeks of intensive training as a Fourth Class Firefighter, covering (but not limited to) the following:

• Use of fire appliances and pumps, rescue equipment, radio networks, computer response systems
• Management of hazardous materials
• Administering of first aid
• Wildfire behaviour and suppression management
• Fire science and behaviour awareness
• Basics of building construction
• Varying methods of water and electricity supply and
• Workplace health and safety

What makes a successful firefighter?

• You are resilient and work effectively in challenging situations
• You appreciate the need to critically evaluate risk and adhere to safe work practices 
• You have good communication skills
• You have a commitment to service and helping others
• You understand and are willing to undertake all of the firefighting duties
• You have the ability to work flexibly 
• You have a bit of life experience 

I'm keen to apply

If you're ready to start making the world a better place, then chuck in your deets below and we'll get back to any questions you might have!