Careers
Imagine escaping the everyday and making a difference, every day. Imagine loving what you do. Imagine being part of a supportive team, one that helps you become the best version of you.
And imagine if what you did saved lives.
Here at Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, you’ll do just that. Whether you’re a firefighter, Fire Control operator, or one of our support staff, the work that you do helps keep our community safe.
![Four firefighters stand to attention outside.](/sites/default/files/2021-07/firefighter_group_training.jpg)
Firefighters
Putting out fires is just one of the many things you’ll do as a firefighter. You’ll play a vital role in the community, from educating others about fire and road safety to helping with medical emergencies, floods and hazardous substances – to name a few!
Discover the role of a firefighter, and read about the difference between wholetime and on-call firefighters.
![Firefighters guiding someone out of a building](/sites/default/files/styles/large_vertical/public/2021-02/293HighRisePlymouth170129Matt%20Austin.jpg?itok=_EkimGjo)
Fire Control operators
A Fire Control operator doesn’t just answer 999 calls. They’ve got to think fast to identify what help is needed, working as part of a team to save lives.
![Fire Control operator with radio](/sites/default/files/styles/large_vertical/public/2021-03/Control%20image%205.jpg?itok=BJx3CLA9)
Support staff
Our support staff play a key role in helping us achieve our vision to protect and save lives.
There are roles in many of the teams that help keep the Service running smoothly including:
- fleet and equipment
- estates
- community safety
- ICT and data analysis
- communications and engagement
- information governance
- finance and procurement
- human resources.
![Our staff at Service Headquarters](/sites/default/files/styles/large_vertical/public/2021-02/7D%26SFire171108Matt%20Austin.jpg?itok=qTGHFZx5)
![One of our firefighters flying the flag at Pride](/sites/default/files/styles/scaled_cropped_big/public/2021-02/182FirePride170513Matt%20Austin.jpg?itok=VXbZ4Eri)
![Counselling session at the Fire Service](/sites/default/files/styles/scaled_cropped_big/public/2021-02/146FireService190509Matt%20Austin.jpg?itok=ozsf1qr6)