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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There are roles for everyone. Operational roles like firefighting and emergency response
or Support roles like business management, social media or community education.
See what volunteer roles can I do.
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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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.
See what I can expect as a volunteer.
Meet our Volunteers
The Junior Leader
Belinda Harris
Diamond Creek Brigade, Lieutenant and Personnel Manager
"I assist with the mentoring and recruitment of new members. It’s amazing being part of such and including and welcoming brigade and meeting so many different people who are now lifelong friends."
Read more about Diamond Creek's proactive BMT
The young family
Renee, Conal (and Baby Jack) Rush
Newnham Brigade, Operational roles
"As a new mum, I wasn't sure if I could take (baby) Jack with me to training, But they said it was not a problem, just to bring him down. Being a member of the brigade gives you skills your children will be proud of."
Read more about Newham Brigade's newest volunteers
The multitasker
Jono Leahy
Laceby West Brigade, Firefighter Communications officer, Secretary and Treasurer
"Because of my IT background I've been able to use the skills that I’ve learnt in my jobs and outside of CFA to enhance what I do with CFA"
See the video of National Volunteer Week - Jono Leahy
Page last updated: Wednesday, 6 September 2023 11:45:04 PM