Brandon Fire & Emergency Services Launches Recruitment Drive

Brandon Fire & Emergency Services is pleased to announce the launch of its latest recruitment drive, aimed at attracting dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team of highly skilled professionals. 

As one of the leading emergency service providers in Manitoba, Brandon Fire & Emergency Services is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. We seek motivated candidates who are eager to make a difference and serve the public with integrity and excellence. 

Brandon Fire and Emergency Services have released a promotional video, now available on the City’s YouTube Channel: youtube.com/watch?v=xWMTITRfUTQ.

The City of Brandon is currently accepting applications from qualified firefighters/paramedics who are interested in applying for the Brandon Fire and Emergency Services Short List. General information, eligibility criteria, and the application handbook are available online at jobbank.brandon.ca. 

“We are looking for individuals who are excited about wanting to join our family to be a valuable part of our strong team,” said Terry Parlow, Chief of Emergency Services. 

The City of Brandon has a highly regarded dual service department offering both Fire Protection and Ambulance Services. This department serves a population of about 53,230 within Brandon and around 7,000 individuals in the surrounding municipalities of Cornwallis, Elton, and Oakland-Wawanesa. The entire service area covers 1,255 square kilometres. 

The department has a total staff complement of 96, headed by Chief of Emergency Services Terry Parlow, and Deputy Chiefs of Emergency Services Jason Potter and Marc Lefebvre. The department has two training officers, four fire prevention inspectors/officers, 16 officers, 68 firefighters/paramedics, and three administrative staff. Brandon Fire and Emergency Services employs both cross trained Firefighter/Paramedics as well as Paramedics who specialize in Community Paramedicine. 

Join us in making a difference and becoming a part of the Brandon Fire & Emergency Services family. Apply at jobbank.brandon.ca.