Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) is running a recruitment drive to attract firefighters in the Ringwood area.
The Service is looking for people local to Ringwood, who want to make a commitment to working within their own community and save lives by joining the Retained Firefighters team.
Retained duty system firefighters work 'part time' in the service which can be ideal for men or women, working locally, or for parents who have some spare time during the day.
In order to recruit staff members, firefighters will be attending Ringwood Carnival this weekend (Sept 15) along with holding a station Open Day next Saturday (Sept 22) from 12pm until 4pm for interested members of the public.
Ringwood Fire Station Watch Manager Kevin Morrison, said: "Retained firefighters are an integral part of their local community. Being a Retained firefighter is not just about attending incidents whenever you're required, it's about teamwork and helping the local community.
"Responding to 999 calls is just part of the job, other aspects include working as part of the Community Safety Team which involves giving advice and assistance to local people on community safety matters and therefore helping to prevent fires and other incidents. This is just one example of how the Fire Service is developing its services, it also offers many other opportunities."
The fire station is currently looking for retained firefighters as over the years crew members may have retired, moved away, or changed employment.
Retained Firefighters can be male or female but should live or work within 4 minutes travel time of the fire station and are expected to attend training sessions one night per week.
They receive a 'retaining fee' and additional payments are made for any courses or incidents they attend.
Local people interested in making Ringwood, and the New Forest, safer and supporting their community can do one of the following:
Attend a drill night at the station on Wednesday evenings from 1900 to 2200.Employers who are interested in finding out more are particularly welcome at this time and are encouraged to attend to see how they can assist by releasing staff. Speak to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service's Human Resources Department on 023 8062 6772.
To find out more contact HFRS Human Resources Department on 023 8062 6772.
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