R029/02/2026 - On-Call Firefighter - Newtownstewart Fire Station
Posted 5 days 18 hours ago by Fire Authority For Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) wish to invite applications for On-Call Firefighters in the following station: Newtownstewart Fire Station. On-Call Firefighters play a critical role in protecting the local community, and many of our fire stations depend on the contribution of our part time firefighters to ensure we can respond. This is a worthwhile and rewarding role providing an opportunity to work as part of a team, receive excellent training and develop a wide range of skills and experience.
Responsibilities- Respond to emergency calls by reporting to the fire station within 5 minutes of being alerted.
- Meet the required standard of physical fitness and strength.
- Attend a mandatory 2 hour drill night each week.
- Remain available during core periods of time specified by the contract.
- Work within one of four contract options: 119 hour, 91 hour banded, 91 hour daytime, or 40 hour daytime.
All applications must be submitted online by no later than 12.00 noon on Friday 13th March 2026. Full details of the contracts and role requirements are outlined in the Candidate Information Pack, which should be downloaded before the vacancy closes.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by females and applications from this group are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.