Lancashire fire service looking for new recruits with no previous experience needed - how to apply
Ever fancied being a firefighter? Now could be your chance.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) has opened applications for on-call firefighters, with roles available at 30 stations across the county.
On-call firefighters work in flexible roles, dedicating an agreed number of hours each week to support full-time firefighters with emergency cover and respond to incidents in their local area.
On-call Support Officer, Darren Eales, said: “On-call firefighters play a vital role in keeping their communities safe.
“The role offers the opportunity to develop new skills and gain the same training as wholetime firefighters, while making a real difference.
“We welcome anyone who is interested and able to commit their time, and the support of local employers is essential in helping us respond across Lancashire.”
What are the requirements to become an on-call firefighter?
LFRS is welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, provided they meet the following requirements:
- You are over 18 years old
- You live or work within five to seven minutes of an on-call station
- You are physically fit and able to pass the fitness and medical assessment
- You have a strong sense of commitment and teamwork
Do you need previous experience?
No previous firefighting experience is needed and full training will be provided to successful applicants.
On-call firefighters receive the same training as full-time firefighters, including an initial two week training course covering firefighting, health and safety, risk assessments, equality and inclusion, as well as a two week breathing apparatus course.
To find out more visit: www.lancsfirerescue.org.uk/oncall
What are the pay and benefits?
On-call firefighters receive a monthly retainer fee for being available to work, as well as disturbance fees and hourly rates for attending incidents.
Initial pay can be expected to be between £5,000 and £9,000 per year, dependent on availability and the number of calls attended.
New recruits will also receive four weeks of paid holiday, increasing to five weeks after five years of service, as well as access to the firefighter pension scheme.