Re-engaging former volunteers
Re-engaging people who have volunteered with us before is a great way to make the most of people who already have valuable experience with Fire and Emergency.
Volunteers who re-join within 12 months of leaving |
All other volunteers wishing to re-join |
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Volunteers wishing to re-join within 12 months of having left, can do so without undergoing Police vetting or new medical checks providing they are going into the same role. You can put through a Re-engagement application through E-Recruit(external link). If the volunteer is going to undertake a different role, check whether they need a new medical. For example, volunteers previously in an operational support role, wishing to become a firefighter will need to undertake a full medical check. |
Volunteers wishing to re-join after 12 months of having left, can do so but have to undergoing Police vetting and new medical checks relevant to their role. You can put through a new application through E-Recruit.(external link) Once onboarded, previous learnings (e.g. Rank) can be recognized by contacting your Regional Training Coordinator. You will need to complete a Training Needs Analysis and Personal Induction Plan with your CFO/Controller and Regional Training Coordinator. See the re-engagement of experienced volunteer guide for more information. |
What if an applicant does not meet current skill requirements?
Applicants with previous operational experience who do not meet the minimum training criteria listed above will usually be required to complete a full training programme.
When a new volunteer starts with the brigade, regardless of if they’ve volunteer before, it’s important that they are offered the same high level of induction. For tips on how to induct your new volunteer, read Inducting new recruits.
Please note that Volunteers who rejoin within 12 months of leaving will not receive a new welcome pack unless requested at volunteer@fireandemergency.nz
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