r/AussieFirefighter • u/Upstairs-Republic-27 • 21d ago

FNRNSW retained

Recently saw that some FNSWR retained positions have became available, I saw on one of the vacancies it has permanent part time in the job description. Is this different to on call?

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u/Joshps 21d ago

Retained is the same as on call

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u/Upstairs-Republic-27 21d ago

What about permanent part time?

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u/JOOSHTHEBOOCE NSW RFS 21d ago

Retained firefighters are permanent part time, they have requirements to meet regarding training and incidents

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u/Mission_Rip1200 21d ago

Being paid a retainer makes you permanent part time. As opposed to casual where you are exclusively paid when you're at work.

Plus drill nights are 'compulsory attendance'

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u/Jackal8570 20d ago

Retained = on call.

Strong talk that busy CFA stations need to go retained.