Applications open for new firefighters in Norfolk
The hunt is on for 16 new full-time firefighters across Norfolk
The hunt is on for 16 new firefighters to help keep communities across Norfolk safe.
Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service is looking for people to work at its stations across the county, on a four on, four off shift pattern.
Full training is offered to successful recruits but applicants should be reasonably fit, enjoy being part of a team and want to make a difference in their communities.
The fire service deals will all kinds of emergencies aside from fires; including road traffic accidents, flooding and animal rescues.
Chief Fire Officer Tim Edwards said: “The role of a firefighter is varied and interesting, but ultimately it’s about wanting to support your local community and working to protect it and to prevent fires and other emergencies from happening,”
Ellie Mason, from Sprowston, is in training at Norfolk Fire & Rescue:
"I did a degree in journalism and media and started working in an office as a social media executive. I had first got into health and fitness in my first year at university, and at work I quickly realised that I wanted to do something that involved being more active.
"I went to visit a couple of fire stations when I moved back to Norfolk in 2019, as I wanted to find out more. There are so many different elements to the job of a firefighter you need to be sure you will be able to cope with different situations.
"I tested how I coped with different elements, such as working at height and in confined spaces, as well as finding out about the fitness levels required. I carried on working hard with my fitness to prepare for when the recruitment opened in 2020, as I really wanted to give it my best shot.
"I’ve tried all sorts of different classes, including body building, power lifting and cross fit. I applied in 2020 and starting training in February 2021, so I am halfway through my apprenticeship."
Applications are open until May 29. You can find out more here.