Applications are now open for the NT Fire and Rescue Service's (NTFRS) newest recruit squad.
The service is seeking dedicated individuals from 18 years of age who are passionate about community service, health and fitness.
A career as a Firefighter in the Northern Territory is both rewarding and challenging, and no two days are the same. As a Firefighter, you'll be on the frontline, working with a close-knit team to serve and protect the community by:
Fighting fires to save lives and propertyResponding to vehicle crashes, HAZMAT incidents and other emergenciesEducating the community about fire safety and preparednessImplementing fire mitigation and prevention strategiesInspecting buildings to ensure compliance and fire safety.
Reasons to join
NT Firefighters are some of the fittest people in the community, and whether it's through training or active duty, you'll stay in great shape while doing meaningful work. Firefighters also enjoy:
Nine weeks of annual leave each yearA roster of 2 days, 2 nights and four days offContinuous training and development opportunities and career progression.
'Come and Try' days
To help budding firies prepare to be in peak physical condition, the NTFRS is holding 'Come and Try' days in Darwin and Alice Springs, where people can get a feel for the Physical Aptitude Test (PAT), which forms part of the recruitment process:
Darwin - Saturday 28 June at Berrimah Fire Station, registrations are essential, reserve your slot here. hereAlice Springs - Saturday 12 July at St Philips College, registrations are essential, reserve your slot here here.
Applications are open until 27 July 2025.
