Work or Volunteer with us
Mahi tahi ki a mātou, tū rānei hei tūao
When you become part of the crew at Fire and Emergency New Zealand, you join a team of more than 14,000 firefighters and support teams who are serving communities together.
Use this space to note any additional information about your escape plan, i.e. who will assist
Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.
If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.
A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.
Don't spend time trying to save possessions.
A closed door buys you time.
It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.
People have died by going back into a fire.
Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.
When you become part of the crew at Fire and Emergency New Zealand, you join a team of more than 14,000 firefighters and support teams who are serving communities together.
A career as a firefighter is no ordinary job and extends beyond extinguishing fires. The work is fulfilling, rewarding and selfless - we help our communities when they need us, anywhere, anytime.
Volunteer brigades are made up of everyday locals from all walks of life, united by one purpose, to support their community when it matters most. No matter your background or skill set, we're always looking for volunteers to join us.
Before the sirens sound and the fire engines roll, the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Dispatcher is already in action - gathering information, planning the response, and directing the team.
Supporting frontline personnel to keep communities safe from fires and emergencies is hugely rewarding and contributes to a greater purpose.
Supporting guides for our recruitment process.
Every working day, hundreds of businesses and organisations across New Zealand support our brigades by allowing their employees to respond to incidents – employers are an essential part of our support crew.
An international firefighter exchange provides you with the opportunity to improve your practical skills, knowledge and experience by being an active member of an overseas fire brigade.
Collective employment agreements (CEAs) are written employment agreements that apply to all members of a union where these people are employed in positions covered by the CEA.
See if you qualify for a remediation payment as a former employee.