Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has launched its Wholetime Firefighter recruitment campaign for 2026.
The Service will be opening applications at midday on Sunday 15th November and encourage everyone to consider the fire service as a career for you.
If you want to get out from behind the desk, the fire service could be for you.
Being a firefighter is an exciting and rewarding career, with no two days ever the same. As well as attending operational incidents, successful candidates will work as part of a close-knit team, help people in need and play an active role within their communities.
A career in the fire service comes with opportunities to develop and clear pathways for progression along with options to specialise in other areas of work such as training, protection and management.
Chief Fire Officer Simon Hardiman said: “We are excited to start the wholetime recruitment process and the opportunity to bring in new firefighters with varied experiences, ideas and skills to the workforce.
“Our recruitment campaign illustrates the different aspects of a firefighter’s role and the variety of specialist skills a career in the fire service can give you.
“Being a firefighter not only gives you a job that is exciting, active and different every day, but also provides immense job satisfaction.
“Whether it is from rescuing someone from a collision or educating children about the importance of being fire safe at home; firefighters truly help people and save lives.
“Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service welcome people from all walks of life and encourage everyone to consider the fire service as career choice.
“I started my career as an operational firefighter and now have the honour of serving as Chief Fire Officer, so why not ask yourself where a career in the Fire Service could take you?”
New firefighters start on £31,539 and will carry out a competency programme lasting on average 24 months before they are qualified and will receive a full competent firefighter’s salary.
Applicants must:
- Be over the age of 18
- Live within our neighbouring counties including, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Staffordshire, West Midlands, Cheshire, Wrexham and Powys,
- Be prepared to have a full DBS check
For more information on how to apply please visit here
