How to Join.....
There is a role that everyone can fulfill in a CFS brigade even if you don't want to or are unable to do operational fire-fighting. We require people with financial, administrative and logistical skills and can appreciate people's volunteering in many different capacities. Recommissioning equipment, maintenance, minute-taking at meetings, record keeping and even catering are roles that can be done to assist the brigade.
The Eden Hills CFS can only accept volunteers for operational fire-fighting who live within the immediate area of their Fire Station (Eden Hills, Bellevue Heights and Blackwood suburbs) due to the need for members to be able to attend incidents within minutes of the call-out.
See more details about CFS membership below
If you would like to know more about how you can join the Eden Hills CFS Brigade, you can contact us on
ph. 8370 3600
or write to:
Eden Hills CFS Management Committee
PO Box 545
Blackwood SA 5051.
If you live outside of our brigade area but would still like to join the CFS, for further information on becoming a CFS volunteer, contact your nearest CFS Brigade or phone CFS on (08) 8204 3333; email cfshq@cfs.org.au
You can search for your nearest CFS brigade online at CFS Promotions Unit
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More information about joining the CFS.....
Do you like the idea of belonging to an organisation that stretches across the entire State?
Today there are 16,300 volunteers in the SA Country Fire Service and all are bound by an extraordinary commitment to each other and their community. You too can choose to be part of the same exciting service and play a vital role in supporting and growing your community.
The CFS is more than just a fire service it is an emergency service organisation that deals with a vast array of emergencies including: bush and grass fires (Wildfires); structural fires; storm damage and floods; motor vehicle accident rescues; hazardous chemical spills; and industrial accidents.
Regardless of which role(s) you wish to undertake you will be supported all the way. We will provide you with full training by experienced and qualified trainers which will enable you to perform to the best of your ability in the many roles available such as: radio operation; equipment maintenance; cadet training; administration support; hazard reduction; advice to property owners; risk and response planning; operations support; incident management team functions; firefighting emergency and accident rescue; accounting and records management; fund raising; catering; school presentations; media interviews; promotion; and competitions.
The CFS, being a community-based organisation is built on volunteers and respects your family and work commitments. The CFS also forms a partnership between you as a volunteer, your family, employer and local government. CFS members gain confidence, practical and leadership skills and have the pride and respect which comes from being involved with a community service organisation.
The Rewards
CFS volunteers do not get paid for what they do, nor do they seek acclaim. But the rewards are many and varied, including: pride and respect in being involved in an exciting, sophisticated and professional community service organisation; and personal development and leadership skills gained from training and responding to emergencies.
Joining the CFS will help you understand teamwork and skills you build help win future jobs. CFS service can be a lot of fun and provide a great opportunity for you to be a part of a professional volunteer emergency service that plays a vital role in the community.
Equal Opportunity
The CFS recognises its obligation under the Equal Opportunity Act, 1984 and actively promotes equal opportunity based solely on merit, to ensure that discrimination does not occur on the grounds of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, disability, religious or political convictions.
Women in the CFS Today, women play an important role in the SA Country Fire Service and the number of women members is increasing. Many women hold senior positions within the CFS Brigades. The CFS offer many opportunities for women to: gain leadership skills; increase personal confidence; learn new skills in the areas of equipment and technology; and work as a team member.
Training
Training for CFS volunteers is directed towards providing equal opportunity to all, provided their relevant experience, skills and ability meet the minimum requirements for such training.
CFS Firefighters
A CFS volunteer firefighter upon joining a Brigade as a registered member must complete the Basic Fire Fighting training course within six (6) months of joining the service to retain membership, as the volunteer's safety is of paramount concern. Once basic training has been successfully completed, firefighters may undertake further training to respond to a variety of incidents.
CFS Auxiliary Members
Auxiliary members provide a range of services such as radio operations, logistics, equipment procurement, catering and administration.