On-Call Firefighter Recruitment Month – August 2022
Throughout the month of August, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service will be celebrating their own ‘On-Call Firefighter Recruitment Month’, highlighting the On-Call Firefighter role and promoting a number of activities, vacancies and events across South Wales.
At South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, our On-Call Firefighters come from all walks of life – from homemakers, emergency service workers, builders, farmers, office workers and directors of companies, together with those who are self-employed and not currently employed. We can also offer flexible working patterns, which can fit around studies, work and family commitments!
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The On-Call role is challenging and rewarding, with full training provided and no previous experience needed to apply.
On-Call Firefighters, just like those who are full-time, respond to fires and special service calls such as road traffic collisions, chemical emergencies, flooding and other natural disasters. They also play a vital role in informing, preventing and educating local communities in fire safety including carrying out safe and well-being visits.
By becoming an On-Call Firefighter with South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, you’ll receive first class training and development opportunities and a chance to make a real difference.
The role of an On-Call Firefighter is extremely rewarding and provides you with a sense of belonging and the opportunity to make a real difference as well as earning up to £13,800 per annum.
For the full list of benefits, check out and download our On-Call Firefighter Information Booklet.
Recruitment Events:
Come and join us at one of our recruitment events this august where you’ll be able to meet the crews, ask questions, see demonstrations and much more!
Drill Nights:
One evening every week, On-Call Stations run a training session known as a ‘Drill Night’.
Typically running from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, Drill Nights are a great way for those interested in the On-Call Firefighter role to meet with crews, ask any questions they may have and get a taste of the type of work involved.
To find out when your local Station has their drill night, please visit our Drill Night Map Page.
We have 36 On-Call Fire and Rescue Stations located across South Wales, including areas like Bridgend, Monmouthshire and Caerphilly.
A full list of vacancies can be found on our On-Call Firefighters Page.
Already know your local station? Download and complete an application today!
We welcomes applicants from all walks of life to become On-Call Firefighters and serve their communities.
