Corporate Staff Recruitment

Not everyone who works for the Fire and Rescue Service is involved in firefighting. Crucial support functions are carried out at our many locations across the region, with a variety of different skills employed in areas including Community Safety, Technical and Engineering Services, Information Technology, Finance and Human Resources, Clerical and Administrative staff, Accountants, Property Managers, Technicians, Personnel Officers, IT Specialists, and Drivers to name but a few.   

Full details of all availabile vacancies are detailed on the current vacancies section of this web-site.  If you should require any further information, please contact our recruitment department using our recruitment contact page. 

We are committed to equality of opportunity and diversity in employment.  We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the communities that we serve. We positively welcome applications from all individuals within the community, particularly those who are from under-represented groups.  See the Positive Action Events pages for details of how under-represented groups can gain practical hands-on experience at pre-recruitment events.

Recruitment Process  

Follow each stage to find out more about what happens when you apply for a job and the process you will undergo.  

Application Stage

Assessment Stage

Interview Stage 

For all posts (unless otherwise stated): 

• New local government employees normally commence at the bottom of the salary scale

• 37 hours per week; flexible working scheme in operation

• Open to job share

• Eligibility to join Local Government Pension Scheme

• Prior to successful appointment, candidates will undergo a pre-employment health assessment, including a substance misuse test

• Uniform – All new employees are required to wear Service clothing issue which will be provided.

• All posts will be subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check.