Trent “Maxi” Maxwell From Bondi Rescue On “Fire Recruitment Australia” FRA Coaching Program Here’s a quick video Trent Maxwell made for me when we together on his elusive dream of becoming a firefighter with the highly competitive Fire & rescue NSW. I started working with Trent Maxwell from Bondi as one of my first Coaching […]
Becoming a CFA career firefighter for the Country Fire Authority Victoria ( written 06/June/2014 ) The country fire authority of Victoria is a volunteer based fire service that is supported by Career Firefighters. The country fire authority seems to be targetting females in there latest campaign of recruitment which is good news for a […]
Today I’m going to share with you the requirements of the ARFF physical aptitude test. I wanted to cover this topic for a couple of reasons, the first being that ARFF will be recruiting in the near future and the second is due to the slight differences from some of the other fire services throughout […]
“How hard is it to get into the NSW fire brigade?” is a common question and a good question to ask if you are serious about getting a job within the NSW fire brigade. The answer to “how hard is it to get into the NSW fire brigade” is very hard, approximately 1% of applicants […]
Just wanted to give everyone an update about the Western Australian fire service recruitment process. DFES has added a driving validation component to their selection process, just something to be aware of if you are preparing, not something to worry about. I have included the details for you below.
Joining the fire brigade takes determination and dedication. This profession provides a great opportunity for candidates to become members of a body of professionals. Your job is to minimize the impact of hazards in many emergency situations. If you are physically fit, community minded, and team-oriented, then you should review the following firefighter recruiting process of the NSWFB.
It’s been over a years since the South Australia Metro Fire Service (SAMFS) has recruited full time Firefighters to join their ranks. They should be due at any time to begin another recruiting session but that’s never a guarantee. With people retiring from Firefighting later in their life, thanks to the poor economic situation, and improved safety measures (which is never a bad thing) reducing the needs for a more steady churn of new recruits, it can be quite some time between recruitment sessions.
If you are looking for a good job with a future, you might want to consider being a firefighter. This could be a great opportunity for the right individuals. Here is additional information on conditions, duties, and benefits, of a firefighting job in Australia.
The need for qualified firefighters is growing in Australia due to climate changes and a steady rise in population. At the same time, the government is slashing portions of its budget earmarked for recruitment and fire control research intended to develop more effective fire control techniques. This lack of funding has affected the firefighter recruiting process and resulted in fewer skilled professionals available to battle these deadly blazes.
You’ve Made it to the Interview – What Next? It’s a long and rigorous process but you’ve managed to make it through to the Fire Brigade’s selection interview stage – congratulations! but what’s next? After all your hard work, this is the time to shine. Success at this point will most likely see you achieving […]
