SAMFS Just Switched Test Providers to Talogy — Here’s What That Actually Means for Your Application The SAMFS Talogy test is officially replacing the old SHL aptitude test for 2026 recruitment, after nearly a decade of the same format. If you’re still prepping off last year’s material, you’re prepping for a test that no longer […]
FRV ACER Practice Test – What Firefighter Applicants Need to Know in 2026 for the FRV Aptitude Test Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) has officially confirmed a major update to its firefighter recruitment testing process. So if your looking to become a firefighter in Victoria this FRV Recruitment update is extremely important for you. After several […]
Firefighter Recruitment Update – Australia & NZ (2026) Hi guys! Brent here with a firefighter recruitment 2026 update for you. This recruitment update is a variable one as I’m writing this on the first day of the year and things always evolve in the recruitment space thus I’ll update this post accordingly as time […]
Updated firefighter salaries for 2026 are listed below, along with links to each service’s current pay agreement so you can check the exact figures for your state. Scroll down for NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, TAS and WA firefighter salary breakdowns. BEAT THE COMPETITION WITH MY HELP – BECOME A FIREFIGHTER In this guide, I break […]
Table of Contents Firefighter Readiness Quiz! Using The STARLA Method When Answering Questions7 Common Questions That You May Be Asked in the Firefighter InterviewPODCAST Dominate Firefighter InterviewFire Service Interview Fundamentals Understanding Common Interview Questions For FirefightersBy now you probably realise that there are certain testing components that you need to undertake before you become a firefighter […]
A variety of personality traits may be found in people who choose to fight fires professionally. Performing such a task requires confidence, diligence, and the ability to remain calm and clearheaded in an emergency situation. Because this is such a challenging job, those who wish to become firefighters must pass the firefighting aptitude test. Australian firefighters provide a wide range of different services, and the aptitude testing is a reflection of that fact. There is much competition among applicants, and it is not uncommon for people to fail at the testing level. Failure to move past this level means that one cannot progress to become a firefighter. Fortunately, coaching is available to help applicants pass the tests.
Note: Nothing contained in this post is to imply any endorsement from Fire Rescue Victoria or its representatives. Fire Rescue Victoria is a recently established fire and rescue service to meet Victoria’s evolving need for dynamic fire danger response. It started on July the 1st 2020 and is part of the Fire Service Reforms in […]
Here at Fire Recruitment Australia, we get asked many questions from potential recruits. One of them is “can firefighters have piercings?” Another question we often get asked is “can firefighters have tattoos?” These questions are both relevant because if you want to join the fire services, you want to ensure that you have the best […]
Firefighting Career: What Medical Conditions Need To Be ReviewedIf you’re interested in a firefighting career, you need to understand that there are certain medical conditions that could disqualify you from entering this profession. Additionally, there are other conditions that may need to be reviewed on a case by case basis.The strenuous job requirements of being […]
Questions we often get asked are “can firefighters wear glasses?” and “do firefighters need perfect eyesight?”. While you must pass an eye exam before you can become a firefighter, you are tested while wearing your glasses or contact lenses. Therefore, even if you don’t have perfect eyesight, you can still become a firefighter. The main […]
