The Toolern Vale fire brigade has sounded the call for 10 new recruits to strengthen its numbers.
The Country Fire Authority is running a six-week campaign with an information session in May to attract more members.
Toolern Vale has 41 members on the books but just 15 trained and active firefighters.
Community engagement officer Jared Watson said the brigade was looking for candidates who live in the Toolern Vale community or near it.
“We are targeting shift workers or people with day time availability,” Mr Watson said.
“We’ve got nights and weekends covered really well.
“We’ve got a brigade where we have a mixture of younger and older members but ideally we want more people who can turn out.
“This includes people holding truck licences or with an interest to become a driver.
“Full training and gear is included and can be used for work outside of the CFA.
“Where else can you learn to drive a truck and get this experience for free?”
Both female and males are encouraged to join, he said.
“There is a role for everyone at Toolern Vale,” Mr Watson said.
“Joining your local fire brigade is like joining a family. It is such a fulfilling experience, it’s unique and worthwhile.”
The brigade responds to about 50 incidents per year and when they aren’t firefighting, or responding to incidents members spend time in the community running education programs, fundraising, attending events or doing Santa runs.
Information: toolernvalecfa@gmail.com or 0498 757 570.
