Wholetime Competent Firefighters – Transfer Opportunities

Opportunities have arisen for substantive, competent wholetime Firefighters, to join Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, the largest non-metropolitan fire and rescue service in the UK.

Employing almost 2,000 people with the highest number of fire stations and appliances outside of London, could you be our newest team member?

We are looking for the best people to join the organisation and support us in providing Devon and Somerset with a world class fire and rescue service, which is trusted to serve and protect our communities.

It is an exciting time to join Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service. Fire and Rescue Services are changing, and we are no exception. Our vision is that together, with colleagues and our communities we will work to end preventable fire and rescue emergencies, creating a safer world for you and your family. Keeping people safe is what we do, and we owe our fantastic reputation to our highly skilled and motivated workforce.

The service can offer opportunities to further develop your skills into areas of specialist capabilities and support career progression through promotional pathways.

Currently we operate on a 2-2-4 duty system, two days, two nights and four off but this is currently under review and may change.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve, and we aspire for this to be reflected within our workforce. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, and beliefs, who share our Service values to join our team. We are particularly interested in applications from underrepresented groups.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment.

The recruitment process will consist of a two day selection centre, which will take place in Exeter. The first selection centre will be on 19th and 20th September for a start date in November 2024. Further selection centres and intake dates are not yet currently confirmed.

Find out more and apply on the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service website.