Salary £31,539 - £40,358
Applications open at 9am on Monday 2 November 2026.
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service are recruiting Full-Time Firefighters. To be a Firefighter requires special skills and qualities, not only do you need excellent communication skills to support the public at safety events and in their homes, you will also possess exceptional team working and people skills for use at operational incidents and in other environments.
The role of the Fire and Rescue Service has changed incredibly in the last few years with the role of the Firefighter developing and evolving. If you are a creative problem solver who can respond to a changing set of varied circumstances, in a thoughtful and conscientious way, then you might want to consider us for your future career. We deal with everything from environmental issues like floods and wildfires to attending an increasing number of health-related incidents. We therefore expect our Firefighters to be even more adaptable and creative than ever before.
Applications will open at 9am on Monday 2 November 2026.
Shortlisting will take place as applications are received. Once 300 eligible applications have been received, the advert will close and no further applications will be considered.
We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability, health condition, or neurodivergence, please let us know by emailing HR@humbersidefire.gov.uk. We will work with you to understand your needs and make appropriate arrangements to support your participation and ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Full details of the recruitment process are available in the Candidate Information Pack on our website. To apply for the post and the opportunity to train for a career that provides a range of challenges and a strong sense of achievement, please follow our online application process. Applications by phone, post or email will not be accepted.
You must be physically capable of meeting the demands of the work including being confident in open water and able to swim at least 25 metres. You must also be aged 18 years or over as of 20 April 2027. Candidates must be available for the key stages in the process as follows and must be available to attend on one day within each stage:
- 7 to 11 December 2026 – Written and Fitness testing
- 4 to 15 January 2027 – Firefighter practical tests
- 25 January to 5 February 2027 – Assessment Centre and Interviews
- 15 to 19 February 2027 – Medicals
- 20 April 2027 – Start of training course
Candidates should note that all Full-Time operational employees are contractually required to serve at any location and across any duty system, in accordance with the needs of the Service. The current 24-hour shift arrangement operates as a trial and, as such, may be subject to change.
Our people tell us that they value our supportive working environment, strong sense of purpose and opportunities to learn and develop. Join us and build a rewarding career where you can grow, feel supported and make a real difference.
Here at Humberside Fire and Rescue Service, our people are what make us unique and every individual who shares our values has a voice to add to our story. We are committed to preserving our inclusive culture and promoting a sense of belonging. We believe we grow and learn better with a diverse team of employees and, as a result, we always appoint the best applicants based on what they can bring to our organisation, drawing on the differences in who we are, how we think and what we’ve experienced.