Testing dates 2023
| Testing centre | Physical Pre-entry test | Practical Assessment Centre | Interviews |
| Auckland | September 6, 7 & 8 | September 18, 19 & 20 |
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| Rotorua | August 20 | x | Waikato - TBA |
| Palmerston North | September 7 | x |
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| Wellington | September 11, 12 & 13 | September 18, 19 & 20 |
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| Christchurch | August 14 & 15 | September 28 & 29 |
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| Dunedin | August 11 | August 12 | Dunedin - TBA |
12-week course
Successful candidates who are offered employment from this round will be placed on a 12-week training course.
Course dates to be advised.
- Please make sure you've read all the information available on this website so you have a thorough understanding of the role of a modern firefighter, whether you'll clear our police and medical checks, and to make sure this is something you want to do for a career!
- Find out what life is like working as a career firefighter
- Understand the recruitment process
- Where possible, have attended an Information & Practice Day
- Make sure you fit our entry requirements
Not 100% sure? Consider volunteering as a firefighter first to make sure it's the right role for you. You can find more information in our volunteering section.
If you have any questions, please email recruiting@fireandemergency.nz.