Transferee opportunities

Join us as a Wholetime Crew Commander in a supportive environment where your skills can truly make a difference

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Transfer from another service

At Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service, we pride ourselves on our innovative approach and supportive culture.
Whether you're a competent Firefighter eager to step into a leadership role or an experienced Crew Commander looking for a new challenge, we offer a unique opportunity to advance your career.

Join us and continue making a positive impact in your community while benefiting from a team that values your skills and experience.

Why choose buckinghamshire fire & rescue service

Supportive culture

Join a team that feels like a family and values integrity, compassion and respect.

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work-life balance

Enjoy shift patterns that support your personal and family needs.

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how to apply

  • Must be a competent Wholetime Firefighter or a competent Wholetime Crew Commander (confirmation of competency will be required) 
  • Hold Skills for Justice (SFJ) Firefighter Foundation Programme or Skills for Justice (SFJ) Level 1 Incident Command 
  • Hold a full UK driving licence 
  • Are able to achieve an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance 
  • Pass a Service medical and fitness test 
  • Have no current/outstanding development action plans or capability issues related to competency  
  • Are competent to Breathing Apparatus (BA) Team Leader standards 
  • Are free of current formal disciplinary actions 

Prepare your application

In order to complete your application, we will require you to complete a supporting statement/question and for you to obtain your training records. These documents will be required alongside other documentation should your application be successful, such as references, DBS check, medicals and kit fittings.

Complete the online application form on our Join us page. 

  • The selection process will involve attending our Assessment and Development Centre, which assesses your leadership and behaviours. In addition to this, you will be required to attend a Role Related assessment day.  
Assessment & Development Centre
The assessment and development centre will be held on either 7 or 8 December 2024. This will be a half day assessment .
Role related testing day
Role related testing day will be held on either 11 or 12 December 2024. This will be a full day assessment.
7 or 8 December 2024
11 or 12 December 2024
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13 november 2024

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Sunday 17 November 2024

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Thursday 21 november 2024

Book your place to find out what it’s like to work at BFRS and learn about the development process.

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