Current Vacancies

We currently have on-call firefighter vacancies at the following stations: 

Northern Division

Ceredigion
Aberystwyth
Tregaron
New Quay
Aberaeron
Lampeter
Cardigan
Borth

Powys
Newtown
Machynlleth
Montgomery
Welshpool
Llanfair Caereinion
Llanfyllin
Llanidloes
Knighton
Rhayader
Brecon
Abercrave
Crickhowell
Llandrindod Wells
Builth Wells
Llanwrtyd Wells
Hay-on-Wye
Presteigne
Talgarth

Western Division

Carmarthenshire
Llanelli
Carmarthen
Kidwelly
Pont-iets
Ammanford
Tumble
Newcastle Emlyn
Llandysul
Llandeilo
Llandovery
Whitland

Pembrokeshire
Haverfordwest
Milford Haven
Fishguard
St David's
Narberth
Pembroke Dock
Tenby
Crymych
Caldey

Southern Division

Neath Port Talbot
Glynneath
Cymmer
Seven Sisters
Amman Valley

Swansea
Reynoldston

Are you ready to apply?

Please complete our expression of interest form and a member of our Human Resources Team will be in touch as soon as possible.

Request to Return to Employment (On-Call Only)

The option of “returning to employment” can be offered when an employee has voluntarily terminated their On Call Contract with MAWWFRS and requests a return to employment within four years of their last recorded day of duty. This facility is only available to employees looking to return to the role of a firefighter. Although personnel who had previously held the role of a Crew or Watch Manager are eligible to apply, their return can only be to the role of a firefighter.

Please complete our return to service form and a member of our Human Resources Team will be in touch as soon as possible.

Our Vision and Behaviours

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Vision is to deliver the best possible service for the communities of Mid and West Wales. 

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service Behaviours outline how the Service expects every member of staff to:

• Be Accountable
• Be Respectful
• Be Impartial
• Be Ethical
• Demonstrate Integrity

Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours throughout the recruitment process.

Safeguarding

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service 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. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and satisfactory references.

Human Resources Advisor (Fixed Term)

Human Resources Department, Service Headquarters, Carmarthen

Grade 9 - £39,862 - £41,771

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking applications from individuals for the role of Human Resources Advisor based within the Human Resources Department based at Service Headquarters, Carmarthen. 
This post is fixed term until 30 June 2026.

The Role
The successful candidate will provide support and guidance for managers, employees, members of the HR Support Team and the Department’s referenced officers on HR related matters. The role will involve building strong professional relationships with stakeholders by providing well thought through solutions, advice and guidance on issues related to Human Resources in a proactive and timely manner.

This is a full-time post working 37 hours per week with flexible hours in line with the Service’s flexi-time scheme.

Please be advised that the post requires regular travel throughout Service area.

Enquiries
For further information regarding this post please contact Human Resources Manager, Karen Fairhurst at k.fairhurst@mawwfire.gov.uk

Applying for the role
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, with reference to the criteria set out in the Job Description and Person Specification in the attached job application pack.

Completed forms should be returned by email to humanresources@mawwfire.gov.uk.

Mid & West Wales Fire & Rescue Service 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. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and satisfactory references.

Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Closing Date
20 November 2025 at 4.30pm

Job Application Pack
Application Form
Equal Opportunities Form
Application Guidance

The Welsh Language
Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

ICT Training Officer

ICT Department, Service Headquarters, Carmarthen

Grade 8 - £37,280 - £39,152

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking applications from individuals for the role of ICT Training Officer within the ICT Department based at Service Headquarters, Carmarthen. 

The Role

This post is responsible for providing ICT training to all new entrants – both operational firefighters and support staff. Crucially the Service is also committed to increasing the digital literacy of all staff and this will also be part of your remit.

This is a full-time post working 37 hours per week with flexible hours in line with the Service’s flexi-time scheme.

Enquiries
For further information regarding this post, please contact Head of ICT, Dafydd Lawrence at d.lawrence@mawwfire.gov.uk.

Applying for the role
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, with reference to the criteria set out in the Job Description and Person Specification in the attached job application pack.

Completed forms should be returned by email to humanresources@mawwfire.gov.uk.

Mid & West Wales Fire & Rescue Service 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. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and satisfactory references.

Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Closing Date
20 November 2025 at 4.30pm

Job Application Pack
Application Form
Equal Opportunities Form
Application Guidance

The Welsh Language
Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.