On-call firefighters for Tarporley Fire Station

Scale:
Details will be supplied on application

Hours:
Details will be supplied on application

Address:
Tarporley Fire Station, Birch Heath Road, Tarporley, CW6 9UR

Closing Date:
Monday, January 13, 2025 (2:58 PM)

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is recruiting for on-call firefighters to provide fire cover during the daytime or during the night for Tarporley Fire Station.

If you are interested in the role of an on-call firefighter, please contact the HR Business Support Team, email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk (please reference Tarporley on your email)

The role of an on-call firefighter

As an on-call (part-time) firefighter you will be 'on call' to respond to a range of emergencies. You can still have another job (for example, shop workers, office workers, mechanics, etc) until the call comes, then you become a professional firefighter.

On average, you could be called out two or three times a week for a couple of hours. If you can't be available all of the time it's not a problem. The Service is particularly keen to hear from people who are available during weekdays.

Find out more about the role of an on-call firefighter

What qualities do I need?

On-call/part-time firefighters come from every walk of life, including shopkeepers, builders, plumbers, farmers, secretaries, engineers and directors of companies, together with people who are not currently employed. Previous experience is not required thanks to the comprehensive training programme.

You must be able to get to Tarporley Fire Station quickly after being alerted by a bleeper.

This role can be physically demanding and therefore physical fitness is very important.

View videos demonstrating the physical tests