Career paths Who you could be in the Brigade There are three functions in the Brigade. Firefighters, on the frontline. Control, answering 999 calls. And our Professional Services, including Prevention and Protection, reducing risk and ensuring the organisation runs smoothly. We depend on each other to serve and protect London. FIREFIGHTERS Our firefighters are out on the frontline educating Londoners on how to be safe, and responding to emergencies, whether it be to fires, floods, road collisions, terrorist attacks, building collapses, carbon monoxide leaks, or stuck lifts. Learn more about the firefighter role Prevention and Protection London Fire Brigade focuses on prevention and protection to reduce fire risks across the capital through education, regulation, and community engagement. Our Prevention and Protection teams reduce risks across the capital. They inspect buildings, enforce fire safety laws, and investigate fires. Their work stops many fires before they start. Learn more about other careers CONTROL Our Control staff are based at the London Operations Centre. When you call 999, the call is transferred to them. They advise callers on what to do in an emergency and gather the necessary information to mobilise our firefighters. Learn more about other careers Professional Services From IT to public affairs to education, our Office teams are vital to ensuring the brigade runs smoothly. Whether that’s budgeting for new equipment and ensuring it’s ready for frontline use, creating communication campaigns, or making sure we’re fulfilling our legal obligations. Learn more about other careers