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Last modified: July 27, 2010, 11:46 AM
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This is an ideal career for logical thinkers. A fire fighter will help with the control and extinguishing of fires. They will also assist in rescues and searches where required.

Salary p/a
39k - 90k
Qualifications
Year 12 Graduate
Intensity
Standing
Demand
Stable
Travel
High
Conditions
Indoors & Outdoors
Weekly Hours
40-50
Pros
  • Getting to help people in need
  • Have the ability to help the community
Cons
  • Can be extremely dangerous at times
  • Work shift hours
The Bottom Line

You are working in a career field that is paramount in the assistance to communities in need of emergency assistance. It’s not for the faint hearted.

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