Have a go at being an on-call firefighter

Want to find out what it’s like to be an on-call firefighter?

Would you like to join the team?

If you are applying as a wholetime or on-call firefighter, you could receive over £7000 worth of free training that will prepare you to protect and save lives in your community.

We currently have vacancies across Oxfordshire. Select your area to find out how to apply:

Note: Our partner, Hampshire County Council, administers our jobs website and application process

Oxfordshire Fire Service Career Insight Day / Have A Go

Join us for an exclusive career insight day, where you'll get a first-hand look into the heart of working within a Fire & Rescue Service in a relaxed and casual environment. 

Saturday 25 May 2024

10am - 4pm

Rewley Road Fire Station, Oxford OX1 2EH

  • What do Firefighters do when they’re not attending emergencies?
  • Who maintains the equipment & vehicles they use?
  • How does an emergency go from a 999 call to our fire engine arriving at the scene?
  • What is the difference between a Wholetime & On-Call Firefighter?
  • Would I be right for any of the jobs? what qualifications and skills do I need?

Come meet members of our friendly team who can answer these and any other questions you may have.

See our firefighters demonstrate the physical assessment tests taken when joining as a firefighter.

Not sure if you have what it takes? Then HAVE A Go and take part in the physical assessments, please bring appropriate clothing, trainers, and water. You must be 18 years or older to take part.