Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue - Wholetime Firefighter Transfers

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue- Wholetime Firefighter Opportunities in Lincolnshire

From January 2027, our day-crewed stations will move to a daytime wholetime model, with night-time cover provided through our on-call arrangements. Alongside the introduction of 24/7 wholetime cover at Grantham, this will create additional firefighter posts across Lincolnshire.

We are looking for experienced and competent wholetime firefighters who want to bring their skills to Lincolnshire, contribute to this important period of change and help us continue to provide an effective response to our communities.

Joining Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue offers more than a new posting. You will become part of a Service investing in its people, operational capability and future workforce. There may also be opportunities to undertake an on-call contract, enabling you to support your local community and broaden your operational experience.

Build your future with Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue

We want people to build a career with us. We support colleagues to develop their operational and leadership skills, pursue recognised development pathways and prepare for future roles. With workforce turnover anticipated over the coming years, there are likely to be opportunities for progression for those who demonstrate the right values, potential and commitment.

Appointments may be made to any wholetime-crewed station in Lincolnshire, according to Service need and operational requirements. Wherever you are posted, you will be supported to contribute, develop and make a positive difference.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone is valued, respected and empowered to contribute their skills, experience and perspectives. Diversity of backgrounds, experiences and ideas strengthens our ability to work together to create safer communities.

If you have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please contact the Talent and Resourcing Team at Recruitmentfire@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process will consist of:

Key Dates

• 9 October 2026 – Advert opens
• 25 October 2026 – Advert closes and application deadline
• W/C 2nd November 2026 – Selection process at Waddington Training Centre

*Please note alternative dates will not be provided.

Application Process

Before applying, all candidates must ensure that they meet the essential eligibility criteria outlined below.

Candidates must meet all essential criteria before applying. Desirable criteria will be taken into consideration as part of the sifting process and at our Internal Resourcing Board when appointments are considered.

Applicants must demonstrate within their application how they meet the requirements of the person specification.

Personal Statement

Please use the Personal Statement section of the application form to provide specific, evidence-based examples of your experience, skills and achievements that demonstrate how you meet the person specification outlined below.

Your personal statement must also demonstrate how you meet the essential eligibility criteria and should be no more than 500 words.

Please note that the application form defaults to 2,000 words; however, applicants must follow the above guidance and limit their personal statement to 500 words.

Essential Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be a current substantive, competent, wholetime Firefighter within a UK Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service.
• Be in date for all operational training in line with their current Service training policy and be able to demonstrate competency within the previous 12 months against Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue's Maintenance of Competence Training Programme.
• Be able to accept a contract to work at any wholetime-crewed station within Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue.
• Provide two acceptable references: one from their current Fire and Rescue Service Head of Department/Division and one from a further in-service professional.
• Hold a full, valid UK manual car driving licence.
• Be eligible to work in the UK.
• Hold two GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C/Grade 4 or above in Maths and English. Proof of qualifications will be required.
• Be able to complete a satisfactory enhanced criminal records check.
• Demonstrate alignment with Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue's Service Core Values, the Code of Ethics and the Equality Act 2010.
• Not have tattoos that are offensive in nature, including but not limited to sexist, homophobic, racist or violent references.
• Be confident in and around water and be able to swim a continuous distance of at least 50 metres unaided.
• Meet the required and ongoing fitness standards and medical health requirements, including eyesight and hearing examinations.
• Have no live convictions or CCJs.
• Not be subject to disciplinary or capability procedures in their current workplace.

Sifting Process

Applications will be assessed against the essential eligibility criteria and the requirements of the person specification above.

Applicants must demonstrate within their application that they meet the essential criteria and provide appropriate evidence of their skills, experience and competence.

Successful applicants will receive an email inviting them to attend the Selection Day.

Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will be informed that their application has been unsuccessful.

Selection Process

The selection process will take place at Waddington Training Centre and will include the following:

Practical Drill

A practical mini-drill will be completed on the Selection Day using a provided crew.

Group Discussion

Applicants will participate in a group discussion. The topic and instructions will be provided on the day.

Panel Interview

Applicants will attend a panel interview as part of the Selection Day.

Further information about each element of the Selection Day will be provided to applicants who are invited to the selection process.

All applicants invited to the selection process will be required to complete all elements of the assessment process. Evidence or results from previous recruitment or selection processes will not be accepted in place of any element.

Successful applicants will subsequently be required to complete the relevant pre-employment checks before an appointment can be confirmed.

Data Collection

Application and selection data will be collected and reviewed to support a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment process and to identify whether additional support may be required.

Reasonable Adjustments

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue is committed to ensuring that candidates with neurodivergence, disabilities or other relevant needs are able to access the recruitment and selection process fairly.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicable elements of the assessment process to support candidates' full participation while ensuring that the assessment remains valid and reliable and provides an equitable assessment experience for all candidates.

For applicable elements of the assessment process, LFR will mirror the Institute of Fire Engineering (IFE) approach to reasonable adjustments to provide continuity and clarity.

Requests for reasonable adjustments should be identified on the application form wherever possible.

If you would like to discuss a reasonable adjustment or have any questions about accessibility, please contact the Talent and Resourcing Team at Recruitmentfire@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Disclosures and Safeguarding

Applicants should refer to the attached job information pack for full information about the role and the relevant pre-employment requirements.

Candidates will be required to complete the appropriate criminal records checks as part of the recruitment process.

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Contact Details

Talent and Resourcing Team: Recruitmentfire@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Additional Information

On occasion, we may receive significantly more applications than anticipated for a vacancy. In these circumstances, we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date. Applicants are therefore strongly advised to apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are successful will be entered into a talent pool for appointments to be made by our Internal Resourcing Board.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of the post.