A Fire Rescuer is a professional who responds to emergencies such as fires, accidents, building collapses, and other hazards. In Pakistan, this role operates under services like Rescue 1122 and the Directorate General of Civil Defence, both tasked with firefighting, rescue operations, and emergency response Wikipedia+1.
Who Hires Fire Rescuers & Where Do You Train?
1. Rescue 1122
- Active across major regions: Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Kashmir, Islamabad Wikipedia.
- Offers training through the Emergency Services Academy in Lahore, covering firefighting, structural collapse rescue, water rescue, and more Wikipedia.
2. Directorate General of Civil Defence
- Runs the Civil Defence Academy (Lahore) and the National Institute of Fire Technology (Islamabad) for firefighter training and deployment across Pakistan Wikipedia.
Requirements to Apply
To become a Fire Rescuer, candidates generally need to meet several standard criteria—though specifics vary by province:
| Requirement | Details (Typical) |
|---|---|
| Education | Matriculation (10th grade) or Intermediate (12th grade) |
| Physical Fitness | Height, weight, chest measurements as per service standards |
| Medical Fitness | Vision and overall health screening required |
| Age Limit | Typically between 18–30 years (subject to relaxation rules) |
| Training | Completed from designated academies (Rescue 1122 or Civil Defence) |
| Skills | Firefighting basics, first aid, rescue techniques |
Application Process & Important Dates
While exact 2025 application dates are not widely published yet, the typical steps include:
- Keep an Eye on Advertisements: Official recruitment notices are released in government newspapers and online portals. For instance, a recruitment listing for Fire Man and related roles appeared via a Public Sector Organization advertisement for Islamabad around July 2025 Jobz.pk.
- Submit Application: Fill in the application form—usually online or via designated offices—along with relevant documents and a processing fee (if applicable).
- Written Test & Physical Test: Shortlisted candidates undergo written exams and then physical and medical tests.
- Training: Successful candidates are enrolled in training at either Rescue 1122’s Emergency Services Academy or Civil Defence Academy.
- Final Deployment: Upon graduation, you’re posted as Fire Rescuer in your region.
Salary & Package
While there’s no uniform national salary, anecdotal insights suggest:
“Around 85K to 90K PKR per month… neither too much nor too little—just okay for a decent life.”
—Comment from someone familiar with similar roles in Pakistan Reddit.
Salaries vary based on:
- Government province (Punjab, Sindh, KP, etc.)
- Experience and grade level (e.g., entry-level vs. senior fire officer)
- Specialized allowances and risk compensation
Summary Overview
- Who Can Apply: Matric/intermediate education, physically & medically fit, age 18–30 (approx.).
- Where to Train: Rescue 1122 Academy (Lahore) or Civil Defence Academy (Lahore/Islamabad).
- How to Apply: Watch government job boards around mid–2025 (e.g., July 2025 advertisement seen); apply online or via designated channels.
- Selection Process: Written test → Physical/medical exam → Training → Deployment.
- Pay: Approx. PKR 85,000–90,000/month (varies).
Tips for Applicants
- Check official Rescue 1122 and Civil Defence websites regularly.
- Monitor local job advertisements—especially in newspapers or portals like Jobz.pk (a posting appeared in July 2025 for related roles) Jobz.pk.
- Prepare physically and study first-aid and firefighting procedures ahead of applying.
- Stay informed through regional job forums, subreddits, or recruitment WhatsApp groups for updates.