Firefighter Transferee

London Fire Brigade; Greater London; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HGV licence

EFAD licence

USAR qualification – USAR phase 2

Aerial Appliance Operator

Skills payments 1–3%

Job summary

London Fire Brigade is seeking competent, highly motivated firefighters to join one of the world’s largest fire and rescue services. The role offers a salary of £47,991 per annum inclusive of London Weighting, with progression opportunities.

Applicants must be serving whole-time firefighters with a full driving licence; priority for USAR, HGV/EFAD, and aerial appliance roles is noted. Applications close 4 PM on Monday 02 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Be a serving whole-time operational competent, substantive firefighter within a UK local authority fire service.

Responsibilities

• Attend a wide range of operational incidents and develop specialist skills.
• Work with highly skilled colleagues to deliver a high-quality emergency service.
• Join a forward-looking organisation with structured development pathways.

Skills

Operational competency

Job description

Salary: £47,991 per annum (inclusive of London Weighting)

Application Closing Date: 4 PM on Monday 02 November 2026

Join London Fire Brigade

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is seeking competent, highly motivated and adaptable firefighters to join one of the world's largest and busiest fire and rescue service.

Serving a city of over nine million residents, alongside the millions who work in and visit London each year, LFB operates in one of the most complex and diverse urban environments in the world. We are looking for firefighters who demonstrate professionalism, integrity and a commitment to delivering an outstanding service to London's communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-looking organisation that continues to strengthen its prevention, protection and emergency response activities. Firefighters within LFB attend a wide range of operational incidents, providing exceptional opportunities to broaden operational experience, develop specialist skills and work alongside highly skilled colleagues.

LFB offers opportunities to develop specialist capabilities and supports career progression through a range of promotional and professional development pathways. Our firefighters play a vital role in ensuring the Brigade remains prepared to meet the evolving risks and challenges facing London.

We are committed to creating a positive and inclusive working environment where all staff feel respected, valued and able to contribute fully. We actively promote a culture of belonging, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to serve London's communities effectively.

Why Join London Fire Brigade?

• Serve in one of the world's most diverse and dynamic cities.
• Attend a broad range of incidents and operational challenges.
• Develop, maintain and apply specialist operational skills across one of the most diverse risk environments in the UK.
• Access structured professional development and promotional pathways.
• Work within an inclusive organisation that values and supports its people.
• Contribute directly to protecting London's residents, visitors and businesses.

To provide a 24-hour emergency response service across London, firefighters operate a two-two-four shift pattern across four watches. Further information regarding the duties and responsibilities of the role can be found in the attached rolemap.

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis.

To be eligible to apply, candidates must:

• Be a serving whole-time operational competent, substantive firefighter within a UK local authority fire service. Please note this is for substantive transfers only and is not a promotional process.
• Have no current/outstanding development action plans
• Have no live disciplinary investigations and be free from formal disciplinary sanctions.
• Hold a full driving licence.

Please note priority will be given to applicants who hold:

• A valid HGV and EFAD licence and current in licence motor driver.
• A valid Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) qualification – USAR phase 2, Confined space and LACE qualifications.
• Aerial appliance qualified staff with a valid HGV and EFAD licence

We cannot accept applications from any on-call firefighters currently undertaking a temporary, casual or zero-hour Wholetime contract (or contract to that effect).

Assessment Overview

Stage 1 – Application and Expression of Interest

Complete the online application form and submit an expression of interest of no more than 500 words explaining:

• Why you wish to join London Fire Brigade.
• The skills, behaviours and experience you would bring to the role.

Applications will be assessed through a paper sift. Successful candidates will be invited to Stage 2.

Stage 2 – Structured Interview and Presentation

Shortlisted candidates will attend a structured interview and deliver a presentation.

Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% to progress.

Successful candidates will be invited to Stage 3.

Stage 3 – Fitness Test and Medical Assessment

Candidates who successfully complete Stage 2 will undertake:

• Fitness Assessment
• Occupational Health Medical Assessment

Candidates meeting the required standards will progress to Stage 4.

To support applicants and streamline the recruitment process, Stages 2 and 3 may be delivered on the same day where practicable. Candidates will be advised of the arrangements in advance.

Stage 4 – Offer and Pre-Employment Checks

Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks as determined by the London Fire Commissioner. These checks include:

• Employment and right-to-work verification
• Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks
• Enhanced criminal records check
• Other relevant pre-employment screening requirements.

Applicants should include any dates they are unavailable for assessment activity within the next few months. While every effort will be made to accommodate availability, alternative assessment dates may not be possible.

Postings

Successful candidates will be posted in accordance with Brigade operational requirements. Every effort will be made to consider individual circumstances, including home location, where operationally practicable. Priority vacancies currently exist within a number of specialist capabilities and associated stations.

Priority vacancies currently exist within the following specialist capabilities:

• In-Licence Motor Driver (MD)
• Urban Search and Rescue (USAR)
• Command Unit
• Aerial Appliance Operator

Aerial Appliances

64m Appliances

• Old Kent Road
• Wimbledon

32m Appliances

• Clapham
• Hayes
• Paddington
• Wembley

Command Units

• Park Royal
• Dockhead

Urban Search and Rescue (USAR)

• Battersea
• Croydon
• Edmonton
• East Ham

In-Licence Motor Driver (MD)

Skills Payments

LFB provides additional skills payments for firefighters serving in designated specialist roles. These payments recognise the requirement to maintain and deliver specialist operational capabilities and are payable in addition to base salary, ranging from 1% to 3%.

Additional Information

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Anyone who has contact with children, young people or adults at risk will be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding.

If you live alone and are on a limited budget and looking to move to London, we may be able to help you with accommodation. We have refurbished accommodation available in Acton, Clapham and West Hampstead. For further information, contact [e-mail]

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