Recruitment Open Evening at Cardigan Fire Station

Have you ever considered becoming an On-Call Firefighter?

Are you looking for a new challenge or a way to give back to your community?

On Monday, July 21^st, a Recruitment Open Evening will be held at Cardigan Fire Station, between 5.30pm and 9pm.

You’ll have the opportunity to find out more about what the role of an On-Call Firefighter involves, to explore the equipment they use, learn more on the training involved and how you could you play a vital role in keeping your community safe – all while maintaining your current job or lifestyle.

Whether you’re seriously considering applying or just curious to learn more, the Recruitment Open Evening will be the perfect, pressure-free opportunity to explore what being an On-Call Firefighter is all about.

Firefighting is like no other job, it can be exciting, fulfilling and unpredictable.  Satisfaction and respect come with providing a crucial service to your local community.

There's no need to pre-book.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service

On-Call Firefighters are a vital part of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) - 75% of our Fire Stations are crewed entirely by On-Call Firefighters.

Earlier this year, MAWWFRS introduced a new availability and pay banding system, which recognises the needs to balance work and private lives and offers more flexible options for those interested in becoming On-Call Firefighters.

The new-look On-Call Crewing System offers:

• Flexible commitment:You can serve your community while maintaining another job, lifestyle or work-life balance.
• Paid compensation:Earn money for training, drills and call-outs, plus an annual retainer fee
• Personal development:Gain valuable skills in emergency response and access professional training and certifications
• Career progression:This could be your first step in a Wholetime Firefighting career, or a career within another emergency service

Make a real difference and become an On-Call Firefighter.