Age
18 years or over at the date of commencing training. There is no upper age limit.
Nationality
UK eligibility to work.
Criminal Convictions
Will not necessarily prevent you from working for us, it will depend on the type/relevance of offence.
Health
No height or weight restrictions but higher-than-average levels of strength, endurance and aerobic fitness essential.
Qualifications
No formal educational qualifications are required in order to apply. If you are eligible to apply you will be invited to complete an online Behavioural Styles questionnaire. You may be invited to undertake further online tests.
Driving Licence
We accept applications from people who do not yet have a full driving licence, however it is expected that you will be willing to take lessons and possess a full driving licence before you can be classed as a fully competent firefighter.
Tattoos
You may apply if you have a tattoo(s), however if you have visible tattoos on your hands and neck and these are deemed offensive then you will not be able to proceed with any application you make.
West Yorkshire Postcode
You must reside permanently at a West Yorkshire postcode at the date of on-line registration.