Apply

We are not currently taking wholetime applications. We expect to open the process again in Spring 2024.

Until then you can:

Take a look at our updated FAQ page to make sure you’re fully informed and understand the role: join.essex-fire.gov.uk/wholetime/faqs/
Sign up to our wholetime mailing list to keep up to date with the recruitment process: essex-fire.gov.uk/signup
Continue working on your fitness and use our firefighter fitness plan to structure your training: join.essex-fire.gov.uk/wholetime/firefighter-fitness/
Join our dedicated recruitment Facebook group to stay up to date with all the latest information: facebook.com/groups/joinessexfire

If you applied before midday on 18 of September and haven’t received your link to the Arctic Shores assessment you’ll be emailed it before 5pm on 18 September. You’ll need complete the assessment by midnight on 18 September.

Please email recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk if you have any questions.

Supporting information:

>>Click here to see the full role profile of a firefighter<<

>>Click here to see the full person specification for a firefighter<<