Firefighter Mick Forde from the Sarina Fire Station recently provided a glimpse into the life of a firefighter. He shared both the rewarding and challenging aspects of his job, shedding light on the dedication required for this demanding role.
"The most rewarding thing about being a firefighter is that we get to make a difference in our community and give back," Mick stated.
"The most challenging part is seeing people on their worst days and still having to give 100%.”
Mick has been an auxiliary firefighter for eight years, which means he has a full-time job at Dalrymple Bay coal terminal but remains on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies, anywhere, at any time.
"When our pager goes off, we leave everything behind - our family, our current work - to serve our community," said Mick.
The past financial year was the station’s busiest yet, with over 250 jobs throughout the Sarina region.
Mick emphasised the importance of being a tight-knit team, much like the Sarina Fire and Rescue crew.
"It's a tight crew. Everyone gets on, knows their job and understands that what you might see and do isn't always pleasant, but you are always making a difference."
Sarina firefighters also love to participate in the annual Lolly Drop to the Sarina Township on Christmas eve with other responders such as Police, Ambulance and SES.
Mick says “it not only brings a lot of joy to the kids of Sarina… but also to us that participate in it.”
Sarina Fire Station is currently recruiting auxiliary firefighters. These are paid, casual positions for individuals who hold regular jobs but carry a pager to respond to emergencies.
Training is held once a week on Mondays to maintain and update skills. Applicants must live within a four-minute drive from the fire station, have a manual C-class license (with the ability to obtain an MR license within 12 months), maintain an average level of fitness and work efficiently and safely within a team.
If you meet these criteria and are interested in this position, please message ‘Sarina Fire Station’ on Facebook with any questions or visit between 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm on Mondays.
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