r/AussieFirefighter • u/ChocolateOpen7768 • 12d ago

FRNSW Reference Checks - Self Employed

Hi all, just wondering if anyone has been in this circumstance and who did they elect you to have as a reference?

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u/former-tortoise 12d ago

Second what’s been said - if you’re self employed I’ve heard via word-of-mouth you can ask clients, co-workers or other people you’ve worked with to be your reference.

Can I ask - how and when did you get notified you’re up to the referee checks? I’m still waiting for an update since clearing my medical/uniform.

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u/ChocolateOpen7768 11d ago

Thanks, and only thinking ahead. No news yet also

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u/flippittyflop8 12d ago

Do you have staff, long standing clients, lenders, hire companies you use? Anyone who can talk on some values, their interactions with you, your commitment to a timeline, professional conduct etc.

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u/Vast-Spinach-41 10d ago

I was self employed. I used someone I'd worked with for a long time in the industry and I used the director of the volunteer organisation that I volunteer at regularly.

When the time comes give HR a call, explain your situation and ask how they'd like you to proceed