Community-Driven Firefighter: Emergency Response & Prevention

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) seeks competent firefighters to protect communities and respond to emergencies with professionalism and teamwork. You will lead by example, promote inclusion, and maintain high fitness and readiness to serve local needs.

As part of a committed team, you will participate in prevention and protection activities, training exercises, and continuous improvement initiatives within the NFCC framework, contributing to a safer, more resilient region.

Qualifications

• Lead by example with professionalism, integrity and accountability.
• Put communities first and understand local risks.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Communicate openly and create trust with colleagues and communities.
• Maintain fitness and safety awareness.
• Embrace continuous learning and development.
• Support a positive workplace culture and wellbeing.
• Demonstrate the NFCC Leadership Framework behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Respond safely and effectively to emergency incidents.
• Deliver prevention, protection and community safety activities.
• Maintain operational readiness of appliances and equipment.
• Participate in training, exercises and development programmes.
• Support inclusive and professional service delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the Service.

Skills

Leadership

Integrity

Accountability

Communication

Public safety

Job description

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) seeks competent firefighters to protect communities and respond to emergencies with professionalism and teamwork. You will lead by example, promote inclusion, and maintain high fitness and readiness to serve local needs.

As part of a committed team, you will participate in prevention and protection activities, training exercises, and continuous improvement initiatives within the NFCC framework, contributing to a safer, more resilient region.