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
Port Talbot

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.

Deputy Head of Corporate Communications Department

Corporate Communications Department, based at Service Headquarters, Carmarthen

Grade: 13 - £54,495 - £56,593

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking applications from individuals for the role of permanent Deputy Head of Corporate Communications Department within the Corporate Communications Department based at Service Headquarters, Carmarthen.

The Role

The successful candidate will help protect and enhance the Service’s reputation, lead day-to-day media, digital and internal communications activity, and provide specialist advice to senior leaders.

You will champion bilingualism, supporting compliance with the Welsh Language (Wales) Measure 2011 and drive a positive, confident bilingual culture across all communication channels. The role also includes leading the Graphic Design team, ensuring high-quality, innovative and accessible visual content that strengthens our brand and public engagement.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone who can work at pace, manage sensitive issues, inspire others, and help shape how we communicate with our workforce and the communities we serve.

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 Corporate Communications Aled Lewis at aj.lewis@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.

We are a Disability Confident organisation and encourage disabled applicants. Some roles have essential physical requirements, but we are committed to exploring reasonable adjustments wherever possible. If you would like an informal conversation about the role or the recruitment process before applying, we are happy to provide this.

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
10 June 2026 at 16:30pm

Job Application Pack
Application Form 
Equal Opportunities
Application Guidance 

Internal Quality Assurance Coordinator

People and Organisational Development Department, Earlswood

Grade 6 - £32,061 - £33,699 (Pro-Rata)

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) professional to join our People and Organisational Development department on a temporary basis.

Following recent organisational restructure, this role is essential in ensuring we maintain the highest standards of accredited learning and continue to meet the requirements of our awarding bodies, including Skills for Justice (SFJ) and the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about high‑quality learning, assessment and professional standards

This is a 12-month temporary post working 2 days per week with flexible hours in line with the Service’s flexi-time scheme.

The Role
As the Internal Quality Assurance Coordinator, you will:

• Assist with internal quality assurance activity for SFJ and ILM accredited programmes.
• Ensure assessment decisions are consistent, fair and robust across the Service.
• Support and standardise assessor practice, offering guidance, development and constructive feedback.
• Assist with External Quality Assurer (EQA) visits and manage action plans.
• Maintain accurate IQA documentation and ensure full compliance with awarding body requirements.
• Provide expert advice to POD leadership on qualification compliance, risks and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to the ongoing professionalisation of the MAWWFRS

Enquiries
For further information regarding this post, please contact Nick Jones - SMB People and Organisational Development ng.jones@mawwfire.gov.uk

Applying for the role
Please complete the application form available, with reference to the criteria set on out the Job Description and Person Specification.

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

Please enclose copies of your qualifications with the application.

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.

We are a Disability Confident organisation and encourage disabled applicants. Some roles have essential physical requirements, but we are committed to exploring reasonable adjustments wherever possible. If you would like an informal conversation about the role or the recruitment process before applying, we are happy to provide this.

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
04 June 2026 at 16:30pm

Job Application Pack
Application Form 
Equal Opportunities
Application Guidance 

Information Systems Officer  

Human Resources Department, Service Headquarters

Grade 7 - £34,434 - £36,363

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking applications from individuals for the role of Information Systems Officer, initially based within the HR Department based at Service Headquarters, Carmarthen. This is a permanent position.

The Role
We are looking for a proactive Information Systems Officer to join our team and support the ongoing digital transformation across the organisation. This position will initially be based within the HR Department, with future deployment across the wider organisation depending on Service needs.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with system owners and managers to enhance information systems, digitise paper‑based processes, develop e‑forms and automated workflows, and provide expert user support and training. If you enjoy improving systems, solving problems, and helping teams work smarter through technology, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and helping people work smarter through technology, this is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in shaping our digital future.

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 HR Manager, Lizzie Jones on lizzie.jones@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
03 June 2026 at 16:30pm

Job Application Pack
Application Form 
Equal Opportunities
Application Guidance 

ICT Systems Administrator

ICT Department, Service Headquarters

Grade 9 - £39,862 - £41,771

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

The Role
We are looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking ICT Systems Administrator to take ownership of the organisation’s core ICT infrastructure, ensuring secure, reliable and highly available systems across on‑premises, cloud and virtual environments. This role suits a technically strong professional who can lead on system configuration, maintenance, monitoring, security, resilience and future planning, while also contributing to wider departmental objectives, supporting compliance, and working closely with colleagues, stakeholders and external partners. If you excel in managing complex systems, driving best practice and ensuring the smooth operation of critical ICT services, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

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
02 June 2026 at 16:30pm

Job Application Pack
Application Form 
Equal Opportunities
Application Guidance