Everyone sees the trucks, sirens and big jobs, but there must be plenty of boring or downright unpleasant stuff that comes with the job. What’s the least glamorous part that surprised you after joining?
Hi, as the title says I am at the start of the current intake process, but have had a pretty major tear to my hammy which has meant I've been immobile and don't think I'll be able to complete the upcoming beep test in a couple of months. The thing is, I dont even know what group Id be in, the upcoming beep test, or the one early next year.
Am I best to flag ahead of the written test results / grouping, or is it better to just see what group I end up in and ask for a request to move after the fact if I get in the earlier one? Tried to look myself but it wasn't super clear the process online. Just dont want it being a bigger deal than it needs to be, but dont want to ruin my chances all together
It must take a bit of time to get used to a new station, new crew, and the whole rhythm of the job. I’m interested in hearing how that adjustment was for people, especially the point where it stopped feeling like you were the new person and everything started feeling more natural.
Hi all,
Anyone can recommend aptitude testing practice resources for the SA MFS? There are alot of companies out there for aptitude testing, im not averse to paying for something, but would like to know which one to go for.
Any insight will be super helpful.
Cheers
Hi all, I have recently completed my FRNSW medical and waiting on the confirmation. I was wondering if people could advise how long they waited for the confirmation to come through?
I had one thing on my questionnaire but the doctor stated it was a non-issue and didn’t need anything further. Cheers in advance
Could be something really simple that made a big difference on shift, like handling a difficult scene, working better with the crew, looking after your gear, or just knowing when to slow down and think. The stuff you pick up from people who’ve been around for years often ends up being more useful than anything in a manual.
For those with young families, how do you make sure you're still staying present at home when your roster constantly misaligns with the rest of the world?
Hi all, jumping on to ask if anyone has any rough idea for the time line for the FFMV interviews?
Applications closed on the 26th but i haven't heard anything yet and was wondering if i might have missed the boat this year, TIA.
Hey team,
I’m just awaiting my invite for the FRNSW medical. I have had two sport related surgeries. First was a shoulder reconstruction in 2014 and second was a lisfranc surgery in 2021.
What documentation am I expected to organise for these surgeries? Are they limited to previous scans? Am I supposed to get an updated scan of each surgery site? I feel like I’ve read that i need to get some sort of report?
If I need to get some form of report from the surgeon, how did people actually access this? Would I just ask the GP who would then contact the surgeon?
Is there anything else I should consider organising to try streamline the process?
Cheers guys!
Hey all,
I’m wondering if anyone can lead me to what the interview questions are, even just a rough guide.
I passed mine last run but wanting to help a mate get through the process. I can only remember 3 questions so any help would be appreciated 🫶
**Edit FRNSW
The ATO states that deductions can be claimed when travelling from home directly to an alternative workplace other than your regular work place.
Does this mean I can use the cents per km method to claim each shift where I didn't go to my base station and just went straight to where I was relieving? Any other RFs been doing this?
Hello everyone, currently waiting to hear from FRNSW to complete my medical. Just wondering what is involved with the hearing and eyesight side of it? Cheers