There are many different and rewarding recruitment opportunities available within South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, within both operational and support roles. The Service is committed to equality and diversity, and welcomes applications from Welsh speakers. Information about choosing a career as a Firefighter is available in this section.

Wholetime

If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging job, where no two days are ever the same, why not consider becoming a Firefighter?

When a recruitment campaign is in operation, this website will clearly indicate the recruitment period. Application forms are not issued from the SWF&RS directly, but from our recruitment service provider. Contact details for an application pack will be itemised at the time of recruitment. Application forms are not issued or held at any other time.

Retained

Many Firefighters work on a part-time basis and are on-call from home or their place of work.

Control

The role of the Fire and Rescue Service has changed considerably in the last five years, and the tasks undertaken by a Fire Control Operator have been adjusted to reflect the new demands made on the Service…

Support Staff

Support staff throughout the Service make an essential, consistent and valued contribution towards the work of the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service. Departments including Finance, Payroll, Ancillary Services, Personnel and Corporate Services assist the organisation in functioning efficiently, economically and within legal guidelines.