At a Glance
- Tasks: Respond to emergencies and support communities in staying safe.
- Company: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service, dedicated to community service.
- Benefits: Structured training, competitive salary, generous leave, and a focus on wellbeing.
- Other info: Inclusive recruitment process with opportunities for ongoing learning and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Must be 17.5+, eligible to work in the UK, no experience needed.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Every day is different.
One moment you could be responding to an emergency.
The next, you could be helping someone stay safe in their own home.
Being a firefighter is about protecting people, supporting communities, and working as part of a trusted team.
It is a challenging role, but also one of the most rewarding careers you can choose.
At Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service, we are proud to serve our communities.
Responsibilities
- Respond to emergencies such as fires, road traffic collisions, floods, and rescues.
- Work in communities to help prevent emergencies and reduce risk.
- Provide safety advice.
- Support vulnerable people to stay safe and independent.
- Work closely with other emergency services and partner organisations.
Our Values
- Reaching Further – inspiring and challenging ourselves to improve and learn.
- Showing Respect – acting with fairness, honesty and integrity.
- Supporting Others – listening and acting with compassion and empathy.
- Everyone Playing Their Part – recognising the contribution we all make.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Be at least 17.5 years old at the point of application.
- Be eligible to work in the UK.
- No previous firefighting experience – full training will be provided.
- Be willing and able to travel and work across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
- Meet the required fitness standards and maintain them throughout your career.
- Key Traits and Skills
- Physical and mental resilience to work in challenging environments.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Clear communication and respectful treatment of people.
- Calm decision‑making under pressure.
- Commitment and reliability.
- A willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges.
Benefits
- Structured training and development from day one.
- Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities.
- Competitive salary and pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave.
- Strong focus on health, wellbeing and work‑life balance.
- Opportunity to build a long‑term, rewarding career.
- Inclusive Recruitment
We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
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Contact Details:
Shared Services Partnership Recruitment Team
