Become a volunteer

Thank you for your interest in Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.

We are currently not recruiting at this time, but you can still register your interest and we will notify you when recruitment re-opens.

Register your interest in becoming a volunteer (external website) 

Our volunteer roles

Below are examples of our current volunteer roles

Community and Support Volunteer (external website)

GMFRS Safety Centre Volunteer (external website)

Volunteer Cadet Instructor (external website)


Please note: Volunteering roles are not associated with applications to be a Firefighter. Volunteer activities do not include any Firefighter duties, and the volunteer team cannot advise on Firefighter applications, or taster sessions.

If you are interested in Firefighter recruitment, please visit our join us page.

Anyone 16 years of age or over.

  • Join one of the largest Fire Services in the UK
  • Learn about GMFRS
  • Support the GMFRS Mission: Saving lives, protecting communities, working together
  • Learn about fire, road and water safety
  • Share or learn new skills, gain experience, grow in confidence and develop your communication skills
  • Improve your employability
  • Support our education programmes
  • Make friends and meet new people from across our diverse communities
  • Receive training relevant to your volunteering role and opportunities for personal development
  • Volunteer uniform provided
  • Out-of-pocket expenses paid
  • Give something back to your communities
  • Do something different!

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