DEVON and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service is urgently seeking to recruit on-call firefighters in Hatherleigh.

This is an opportunity for men and women who live or work within five minutes response time to the fire station to potentially save lives in fire, flood and road traffic emergencies. 

Being on-call means that you provide a level of cover while at work or at home and when you are needed your pager will alert you to attend the station. 

People who can give cover during the day are particularly needed.

Many people have primary occupations while on-call — either employed or self-employed, the service has examples of employees in factories, shops, takeaways and restaurants who are on-call firefighters.

No previous experience of fire is necessary for this role —the ideal prospective firefighter starts with a commitment to the community, a positive attitude and a good level of fitness.

You need to be over 18 and have a good level of fitness and strength, but potential applicants can be deterred by overestimating the levels required for the role. Once you are recruited, full training is provided.

Hatherleigh Fire Station on Bridge Street is hosting an open evening for prospective on-call firefighters on Thursday October 17.

The station will be open from 7pm to 9pm offering visitors information on the role and duties of a firefighter.