Retained Firefighters
Retained Firefighters are normal people who live or work in the community. They are builders, housewives, postal workers, and shopkeepers - in fact they come from all and every walk of life. The only thing they have in common is that they have all decided to put something back into the community by becoming trained as Firefighters.
Now it is the Firefighters themselves that need your help. There simply aren’t enough of them and there is a real shortage of new volunteers.
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service can provide the Station, engines, equipment, and training but the Firefighters themselves have to come from the community.
We know that there are many, many more women that are capable of becoming Firefighters who are reluctant to put themselves forward. Most people believe that the physical strength required to be a Firefighter is much greater than it actually is.
Applicants must be at least 18, physically fit and live or work within 7 minutes of the fire station. They need to be available to cover different areas of the day and weekends - flexible working times can be accomodated. Successful applicants will have a chance to attend First Aid and LGV driving courses.
Anyone interested should contact the information line on 01392 872346 or 01392 872331.
Currently wanted in Moretonhampstead, Holsworthy, Hatherleigh, Glastonbury, Wells and Castle Cary.