Working for us

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service is the second largest fire service in the country. We cover an area of approximately 496 square miles and respond to 52,000 emergencies each year so working for us involves a real team effort!

Becoming a firefighter
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in joining Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service.

From learning about what the role of a Greater Manchester firefighter involves to understanding the application process, you can find everything you need to know about joining the fire service with our microsite - www.gmfrs-thinkagain.co.uk. You can also read our firefighter blog to get a fascinating insight into what it is like to be a Greater Manchester firefighter.

We have now received sufficient applications for the next intake of trainee Firefighters therefore the application process has now closed. We will be opening up the application process again in August for a January 2009 intake – details of the timetable will be placed on the website in August.

Other uniformed opportunities
We currently have opportunities for Inter Brigade Transfers and are also inviting applications from appropriately experienced and qualified individuals interested in joining Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service at Station Manager B level.

Becoming a Control Centre Operator
This highly-skilled role involves working in the Control Room at Brigade Headquarters with the team responsible for receiving '999' emergency calls. These can range from minor grass fires to major incidents and often involve close co-ordination with the Police and Ambulance Services. We are currently recruiting for a Crew Manager Control (Job Share).

Current vacancies for support positions
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service has 400 non-uniformed members of staff. They provide a vital range of support services including human resources, finance, corporate communications, property management, fleet management and information technology.

Volunteers wanted
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service's Community Action Team is looking for volunteers in Trafford borough interested in helping local communities stay safe.