Freelance & Self-Employed Firefighters
Join Sector 3 Group
Specialist work. Flexible commitments. Professional opportunities.
Opportunities for ARFF, Local Authority & Specialist Firefighters
Sector 3 Group delivers resilience, training, and operational support to airports, industry, and high-risk sectors across the UK and internationally. We’re building a dependable network of freelance and self-employed firefighters who can step into diverse roles — from ARFF and local authority operational cover to confined space standby teams and fire service trainers.
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Who We’re Looking For
We’re interested in hearing from people with any of the following backgrounds:
ARFF Firefighters – Current or recent experience in airport fire and rescue (Category 1–10).
Local Authority Firefighters – Operational experience in structural firefighting, rescue, and incident command.
Confined Space Rescue Operatives – With valid confined space qualifications and rescue capability.
Trainer/Instructor Roles – Experience delivering fire safety, technical rescue, or emergency care training.
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What We Offer
Flexible, IR35-compliant contractor model – You choose the work you accept.
Site inductions and competency checks where required.
Opportunities for short-notice, high-impact assignments.
Work with professional crews and clients across multiple industries.
Assignments across the UK and internationally.
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Types of Work
Operational Fire Cover – Aviation and industrial firefighting duties.
Event Fire Marshalling – Providing safety cover at public and private events.
Confined Space Rescue Teams – Standby and emergency intervention.
Training Delivery – Fire safety, rescue skills, and emergency medical training.
Hazmat & Incident Response – Supporting specialist response teams.
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Requirements
Relevant operational experience in your chosen area.
Current competencies and certifications where applicable (e.g., BA, pumps, foam/media handling, confined space).
Operational fitness for the role you’re applying for (fitness testing may be required).
Right to work in the UK and a professional approach to safety and teamwork.
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Why Work With Sector 3 Group?
Professional Standards – Clear joining instructions, site briefs, and operational procedures on every job.
Strong Communication – You’ll always know the details of your assignment before you arrive.
Relevant Opportunities – Roles matched to your background, whether that’s ARFF, local authority, confined space, or training.
Fair Rates – Transparent day rates agreed before you commit to a job.
Diverse Assignments – From aviation operations to high-risk industry, events, and international deployments.
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How It Works
Apply Online or by Email – Send your CV, certificates, and brief outline of your experience to info@sector3group.co.uk.
Screening & References – We’ll check your qualifications and experience.
Induction & Competency Check – Aligns you with our operational standards.
Onboarding to the Contractor Pool – You’ll receive offers for work that matches your skills and availability.