CFA is asking regional Victorians to “Give Us a Hand” in an effort to recruit new volunteers to join its 52,000 community-minded members in protecting lives and property across the state.
The call out is part of a new volunteer recruitment campaign, which aims to encourage selfless Victorians to take up a firefighting, or support role with their local CFA brigade.
Whether you’re looking to make the most of your spare time, are new to your community, or just want to be part of a group made up of like-minded people, CFA brigades have flexible volunteering arrangements and diverse roles to suit anyone’s skills and needs.
There are more than 1200 CFA brigades across Victoria, responding to a range of emergency incidents and serving communities every day. From high angle rescues, structure, grass and scrub fires to hazmat and road crash rescues, no two days are the same.
CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said CFA is a great place to volunteer, meet new people and learn new skills.
“Volunteers are the backbone of the firefighting and emergency response network across Victoria,” he said.
“We are calling on all community-minded individuals who are looking for a new challenge to consider joining their local brigade and apply their expertise and knowledge to CFA.
“Whether you want to jump on the truck and respond to incidents, or take up a brigade support position, we’ll find a role that suits you and your brigade.”
Brigades are most commonly looking for people from all backgrounds who have the capacity to take up roles as daytime responders and are particularly interested in hearing from young people who want to make a difference within their community.
“The rewards of being a CFA volunteer are immeasurable and our members make a real difference in their communities,” Chief Officer Heffernan said.
If you’re interested in joining or learning more, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteer.
Once you’ve submitted your expression of interest form online, your local brigade will contact you regarding the next steps.
This article appeared in The Buloke Times, 12 May 2023.
