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Recruitment


Being a Firefighter is one of the most highly respected careers in South Australia. It has one of the most competitive selection processes with thousands of applications received during recruitment.

The MFS is looking for community minded individuals who are fit, healthy, and possess personal and professional values that align with ours.

The MFS seeks dedicated Firefighters and Senior Firefighters from other jurisdictions to bring their skills and experience to our South Australian team.

Employing more than 100,000 people with a range of skills and backgrounds, the South Australian public sector has many operational support roles within the MFS.

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Full-Time Firefighters

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Regional (Retained) Firefighters

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Direct Entry

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Operational Support Roles

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https://www.mfs.sa.gov.au/recruitment
May 11, 2025 1:15 pm
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South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout South Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.

We respect and honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on this land and commit to building a brighter future together.

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  • Adelaide Fire Station
    99 Wakefield Street
    Adelaide  SA  5000

    GPO Box 98
    Adelaide  SA   5001

    In an emergency: 000
    Tel: 08 8204 3600
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