Wexford County Council invites applicants for the post of Retained (part-time) firefighter in the following stations: Bunclody, Gorey, New Ross, Enniscorthy & Wexford.
IF INTERESTED PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Applicants will be interviewed as positions arise.
Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview, a basic numeracy/literacy test, and a practical assessment, conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. Panels may be formed from which future vacancies may be filled. Applications will only be accepted on the official Wexford County Council application form as advertised with the post.
Qualifications, application forms, and further particulars for the above posts are available from Customer Service (Block F), Wexford County Council, Carricklawn, Wexford. Phone 053 919 6000 or from our website at www.wexfordcoco.ie.
Closing date for receipt of completed application forms for the above posts is 5.00 pm on Tuesday 31st December, 2024.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and not more than 55 years of age on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms. Candidates must reside and work within a reasonable distance of the fire station to enable him/her to respond promptly to all calls. Positions are open to both male and female applicants. Panels may be formed from which future vacancies may be filled.
The employment is part-time. However, a firefighter is paid an Annual Retainer to be available for calls at all times. In addition, a firefighter is paid an hourly rate for attendance at calls and weekly training.
On the closing date for receipt of completed applications, each candidate must:
1. have obtained a good standard of general education.
2. hold a current Class B Driving Licence free from endorsement and have satisfactory experience of driving. Successful applicants will be required to obtain a Full Class B Driving Licence within 12 months of appointment.
Wexford County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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