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Protect your local community – become an On-Call Firefighter.

On-Call firefighters are members of the community who are paid to provide an on-call service responding to emergency calls in the same way as full-time firefighters, using the same appliances and equipment, but who are ‘on-call’ rather than employed full-time and based at a fire station.

On-Call firefighters have to respond and arrive within five minutes of the station (Click here to see a list of all our stations) during their hours of declared availability. They respond via a pager system. No previous experience is required as comprehensive training is provided.

Testimonials

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Tim Taylor

Teacher & On-Call Firefighter

“The weekly drill nights are always a great way to conduct some enjoyable and physical training whilst also meeting and developing relationships with like-minded people in the local area. I would fully recommend becoming a retained firefighter to anyone with drive, ambition and a desire to serve their community”.

daniel wright on call firefighter in full kit

Daniel Wright

Teaching Assistant & On-Call Firefighter

“It is a chance to help your local community. I have a two-year-old son and it is great to know I am doing something to help protect local people and local families”.

To apply to be an On-Call Firefighter you must:

  • Live within, and be able to respond and arrive within 5 minutes of the Fire Station
  • Provide cover on a rotational call-out basis to the Fire Station you will be situated at
  • Be 18 years old at the start of the training course
  • Have a good all round level of fitness
  • Meet Fire & Rescue Services medical standards (eyesight, colour vision, hearing, lung function)
  • Be eligible to work in the UK

It’s desirable for you to:

  • Hold a full UK car driving licence
  • Hold an LGV driving licence

Please note a candidate may not be currently employed as a warranted Police Officer.

Apply Now!

Cleveland Fire Brigade employs individuals from a range of diverse backgrounds. We regard ourselves as an employer that promotes equality and values diversity, we would particularly welcome applications from women and those from a minority ethnic background.

You are welcome to drop into your local On-Call Fire Station on their drill night between 6 – 7 pm.

Click here to apply to become an On-Call Firefighter (webpage)

Any questions? Call our HR Department on 01429 874021 or via email: recruitment@clevelandfire.gov.uk

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