Large group of graduates make their mark

12 Hakihea 2022

The largest group of recruits since the mid 1990’s, and one of our most diverse,  graduated from the National Training Centre (NTC) in September, with 29 new graduates now serving their communities around the mōtu.

The demanding 12 week course threw up an added challenge, with COVID-19 making an uninvited appearance on day two. Extra trainers and additional weekends ensured the course was completed.

Congratulations to  Zoe Feau from Tāmaki Makaurau who won the Top Recruit Award. Zoe left an office role to take on a career in firefighting.

“I wanted a career with more action and I certainly got it! It was amazing training with a group of like-minded people from around the country,” said Zoe.

Mike Thomson, Senior Trainer at NTC said the recruits were impressive.

“They make immense sacrifices being away from family and friends, but the rewards are indescribable,” he said.