Firefighter - ACT Fire and Rescue Recruitment 2026
Full time Permanent

Our organisation seeks intelligent, fit, community-minded people from all backgrounds who are looking for a unique challenge. To be a successful firefighter, you need a wide range of skills, knowledge and abilities. ACT Fire and Rescue firefighters are ACT Public Sector (ACTPS) employees and we seek to employ people who reflect our professionalism and values, along with the diversity of our society.

Application closes Midnight, Sunday 02 August 2026 (AEST) .

The following documents must be attached to this application:

- Proof of Australian Citizenship (birth certificate, current passportor citizenship certificate)or Permanent Residency(Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) Visa Details Check)
- Current Australian C Class Drivers Licence (or above) with no restrictions(no P plates)
- Current ACT Fire & Rescue Medical Consent Form 2026 to participate in physical abilities testing (dated within 90 days of this application submission)

Ensure your documents meet the following requirements, otherwise your application may be rejected:

- save them as PDF files
- each file should be smaller than 1MB
- name the files using this format: LAST NAME, First NameDocument Type
- e.g. "DOE, John C Class Driver’s License Front" or "DOE, Jane C Class Driver’s License Front"





Applicants who progress to Stage 4 Teamwork and Introductory Interview will be asked to provide the following documents by 17:00Friday 23 October 2026 (AEST). Failure to provide these documents by the deadline will result in your withdrawal from the recruitment process.
Note: We strongly recommend applying for these items as early as possible, as processing times can vary.

- Heavy Vehicle Knowledge Assessmentfrom a Road Ready Centre in the ACT (see Heavy Vehicle Knowledge Tests ) or your state/territory equivalent (If you hold a current Australian MRClass Driving Licence(or above) with no restrictions please disregard)
- An AFP National Police Certificate (NPC) dated within 90 days of this application submission.
- Optional: Current first aid certificate (‘ProvideFirst Aid’ or equivalent)

How to Apply: for further information and how to apply please click here.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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📌 Firefighter - ACT Fire and Rescue Recruitment 2026 | Full-time Permanent (Canberra)
🏢 Australian Capital Territory
📍 Canberra