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SAMFS / Re: 2014 Recruitment
« on: December 19, 2013, 08:26:28 PM »
I tried over a period of seven years, made the interview every time, got through the PAT 2 test easily once, never got a job offer. I have given up now but know plenty who have gone through the process and finally made it in. If I hadn't bulged multiple discs in my back last year I would probably trying again. Make sure you dot all the I's and cross all the T's. Good luck, stay positive and above all be as presentable as you can be at every stage. You are being watched every step of the way!!!

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SAMFS / Re: 2014 Recruitment
« on: December 09, 2013, 07:26:11 PM »

I would concentrate on the aptitude, if you start worrying about interview you may get ahead of yourself and be disappointed
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Wiser words were never spoken!!

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SAMFS / Re: 2013 Recruitment.
« on: February 26, 2013, 03:51:47 PM »
I had it recommended to me as well, the price was high but if it makes your chances of getting in better, why not? I decided that i was not in a financial position to do the course nor could i afford the time. Good luck to you, i hope it all pays off.

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SAMFS / Re: 2013 Recruitment.
« on: January 12, 2013, 10:36:27 AM »
You will never know if you dont have a crack at it, if you are not successful then you still have the experience of going through the process. Have a crack and see how it all plays out. Good luck to all!!

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SAMFS / Re: 2013 Recruitment.
« on: January 05, 2013, 08:18:31 PM »
I have heard to start looking around end of Feb. I will not be joining in the excitement this time around, start a new job on Monday so my aspirations of becoming a fireman are now at an end. Good luck to all applicants, know the PID and enjoy the ride. I will watch with interest!!!!

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SA Firefighter General / Re: Fire service emptying swimming pools
« on: October 06, 2012, 12:45:27 AM »
I agree with you Bundybear, dont get me wrong. It seems to me though that we are ever increasingly being threatened with liability which in turn scares people off of doing something as a favour. As for volunteers giving up their time, we all give up our time to help the community because we want to not because we have to.

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SA Firefighter General / Re: Fire service emptying swimming pools
« on: October 02, 2012, 06:02:14 PM »
Used to be that once upon a time we used to do things for people in our community because that was the community minded thing to do. There was no mention of liability and no form of payment other than a carton of beer. What the hell has happened to us as a community? filtered poor if you ask me.

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SA Firefighter General / Re: Swiftwater Rescue.
« on: August 18, 2012, 11:17:20 PM »
Some members of metro south did some swift water recently, not sure of the level of competency achieved but there was assessment of activities in water involved.

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SAMFS / Re: 2013 Recruitment.
« on: August 01, 2012, 08:50:46 PM »
I am still trying to work out if i should have another crack or just let the dream go after all this time. Will be nine years and six attempts if i go again.

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SAMFS / 2013 Recruitment.
« on: August 01, 2012, 09:49:35 AM »
Ok this forum has been a bit slow lately, it really is time to throw this hook and see who bites.
Who is having a go on the roundabout next time around?
 :? :? :?

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: June 04, 2012, 12:15:30 PM »
Once again it comes down to not getting your hopes too high. There will always be another intake, just keep on plugging away.

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SAMFS / Re: 2012 Recruitment
« on: February 13, 2012, 08:05:42 PM »
Well, after five attempts over seven years and being ranked once and time running out, i think i may only have one attempt left in me. Currently forty two years of age, self employed with three kids and a wife only working part time, i think it is time i get on with life and find another career choice. At least until the next intake next year that is !!! :-D :-D

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: January 07, 2012, 07:16:57 PM »
well done on even getting the stay fit letter, it is an achievement all of its own.

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: October 23, 2011, 06:25:21 PM »
sounds like a perfect place to put some eager newbies....

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: October 21, 2011, 04:00:02 PM »
Eudunda?

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: October 19, 2011, 07:30:52 PM »
Did everyone who requested feedback after the interview get it? Unfortunately when they rang me for mine i was in the hospital with my daughter and unable to take the call. They said they would call back but they never did. Going to polish up my letter writing skills and request a written response.

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: September 19, 2011, 02:44:57 PM »
Well i can honestly say i have never blamed the system, all i have ever asked for is some constructive feedback. Still waiting for the feed back from this years interview. I have tried to address any deficiency i might have but i obviously have not managed to get it quite right yet. Its all well and good to say "keep trying, you'll get there eventually" but at what cost to my business, family and close friends who try to support me through the whole process?
I am used to the whole system now and the best thing that was ever said to me was, "it's just a game, you just need to learn how to play."
Well it's back to the drawing board, more interview experience and live in hope!
Best of luck to all the new recruits and those who are still in with a chance. See the rest of you when the time comes around again. Might manage to nail it sixth time around!!

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: September 18, 2011, 05:09:33 PM »
after five interviews i think i have a reasonable grasp of the pid

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: September 17, 2011, 08:22:32 PM »
Well sounds like it is going to be a hard but fun road ahead Thor. You still good for some info regarding the interview down the track?

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: September 11, 2011, 08:54:50 PM »
Be humble, learn all there is to learn and you will still know nothing. DO what is asked of you then some, and above all work as a team.

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: August 09, 2011, 06:23:50 PM »
Have not heard a peep from them as yet ferret. Starting to wonder if i have failed that as well LOL. Well done to Tammy and Thor. I will have a drink to both of you for your success at getting there..

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: August 09, 2011, 05:52:06 PM »
Is there anything on your letter suggesting possible posting location such as Pirie or Mt Gambier?

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: July 29, 2011, 03:09:43 PM »
Hey Ferret, still no feedback on interview as yet. They were supposed to start the feedback on monday and it was on a first in first served basis. I think i waited a few days before i registered for my feedback. Will keep you posted.

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: July 27, 2011, 08:52:56 PM »
Nothing yet, still waiting.

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SAMFS / Re: RECRUITMENT 2011
« on: July 23, 2011, 06:10:26 PM »
Well done Thor, save a spot for me in the next intake. As for being ranked and missing out, been there five years ago. Very hard to take but just keep trying.

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