Of the 2,400 or so people who make up Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, just over 1,700 are operational firefighters. By now you should have a good idea of what that role involves and how varied and rewarding it can be. If you’re interested in joining us as a firefighter, why not take a look at the Qualities you’ll need? This should give you a good idea of whether or not you’re suited to this career. After that, you can check what will be expected of you during the Application process.