On-Call Firefighter: Frontline Emergency Responder

Shared Services Partnership; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 2,300 - 5,800; Full time

Job summary

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is seeking on-call firefighters based at Kingsclere Fire Station. The role involves being on call to respond to emergencies, engage with the community and support frontline crews.

You will be paid for on-call services and receive thorough training to handle a wide range of incidents. Applicants must be able to reach the fire station quickly after alert, and physical fitness is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires strong physical fitness and ability to respond quickly to alerts.
• Enthusiastic team player with willingness to train and learn on the job.
• No prior firefighting experience required; comprehensive training provided.

Responsibilities

• Respond to a range of emergencies as part of the on-call team.
• Engage with community and participate in events alongside frontline responders.
• Attend to road accidents, floods, chemical spills, and animal rescues as needed.
• Work as part of a crew to protect lives and property during incidents.

Skills

Physical fitness

Enthusiasm

Rapid response

Job description

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is seeking on-call firefighters based at Kingsclere Fire Station. The role involves being on call to respond to emergencies, engage with the community and support frontline crews.

You will be paid for on-call services and receive thorough training to handle a wide range of incidents. Applicants must be able to reach the fire station quickly after alert, and physical fitness is essential.