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Essential criteria to apply

Each candidate must meet the following criteria to apply:

  • Must live or work within 5 minutes of the on-call community fire station
    (see here - stations currently recruiting)
  • Be at least 18 years of age by the start of your employment.
  • Hold a Full UK Driving License. Or be prepared to attain one within 12 months.  
  • You will be required to arrange your own transport to our training centre at Severn Park Avonmouth, Bristol.
  • Not be claustrophobic.
  • Not have a phobia of heights.
  • Required to swim 25 meters prior to attending your water rescue course. If joining a water rescue station.
  • Have a good level of physical fitness with a VO2 max of 42 as this will be tested during the recruitment process.
  • Beards and facial hair: There are some restrictions facial hair. Firefighters must make sure their facial hair is maintained so that it doesn't get in the way of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Original documentation to meet our legal obligations under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1996