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Give us a hand - Volunteer with CFA

In over 1200 communities across Victoria, CFA Brigade volunteers are proudly making a difference. Will you join us?

There are many ways you can lend a hand. Fighting fires, educating your community on fire safety or supporting the team from behind the scenes.

With full training and support from your local brigade, you can learn exciting new skills, connect with new people and play a vital role in your community.

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What volunteer roles can I do?

volunteers in dressing area at fire station

There are roles for everyone. Operational roles like firefighting and emergency response or Support roles like business management, social media or community education.

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Who can be a volunteer?

Do you live or work near a CFA brigade? CFA brigades welcome all members of the community of all ages and skills. Our members come from all walks of life.

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What can I expect as a volunteer?

Learn new skills, give back to community, make lifelong friends. No day is the same for our volunteers. Find out why CFA has over 50,000 proud members across Victoria.

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Meet our Volunteers

The local mentor

Allie Guegan
Langwarrin Fire Brigade, 4th Lieutenant

"I hope to inspire and lead by example. Volunteering takes time and commitment but the more you put into your volunteering the more you get out of it."

Allie Guegan

The fresh faces

Brent Barker, Stephen Wadey
Stratford Fire Brigade, Captain and 3rd Lieutenant

"I think a younger BMT will bring a whole new perspective to the brigade, new ideas and different ways of thinking. I’m very excited to see what the crew can bring to the table and what we can do."

Read more about the new generation of leaders in Stratford

Stratford BMT