AFP v WAPOL v DFES v ADF
Hi
I am a 25yr old female from Perth & about to graduate next semester from a Bach of science & not really wanting to pursue it. I have been thinking for many years about getting either into policing or firefighting. I am leaning towards firefighting more so and I have been training for over a year in preparation.
I am wanting to hear any experiences or perspectives on the above, and I’m also seeking information from anyone in the ADF. The issue is last year I got caught speeding doing between 20-29kmh over the limit and lost 6 demerits due to dd. Additionally, I got done earlier this year for another 2 demerits.
Currently, I don’t even know if it’s worth applying and waiting a few years until I can keep that record clean and show that my behaviour has changed. Prior to that, I only had 1 fine under 10kmh over years ago. I have had my DL since 17.
Honestly, not really gonna care what anyone has to say about my character in regards to the fines etc etc, I am more so interested in the recruitment process and if it’s even worth applying? Would they assess my drivers licence straight away? I currently have 8 demerits, which I know is insane (& honestly I feel embarrassed even applying because of this ) but I had some people tell me it doesn’t really matter for WAPOL for example… but I beg to differ.
I also did my testing for the ADF already and I unlocked up to category E on the JOA, but I still haven’t decided on what to apply for & worried the demerits will impact my application anyway
Rip into me idc ahahah but yeah keen to hear insight