Ayr Fire Station has strengthened its ranks with Queensland native Lachlan Dance, who clocked in for his first shift last Monday.
The recruitment follows Dance’s completion of the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services intensive 16-week recruit course, which he passed with flying colours.
Dance brings a strong background in community service. After nine years with the Australian Defence Force, posted in nearby Townsville, he says serving others is what drives him.
“Having a sense of purpose in a job is a big thing,” said Dance. “It makes you want to come to work.”
Although only on his first tour, Dance said the transition has been seamless.
“Having experience in the military definitely helped with the recruit course,” he said.
“Since I arrived at the station, senior members have also taken me under their wing. It’s been a good integration so far.”
New to the Burdekin, Dance said he identified the region as an ideal place for him and his wife to settle.
“Everyone I’ve spoken to in the community is really friendly. It’s definitely a good community to be in. People who’ve lived here all their lives speak very highly of it.”
Growing with every day on the job, Dance said he’s eager to earn his stripes in his new role.
“I’m really looking forward to learning the trade as best I can and assisting the community.”
Ayr Fire Station has strengthened its ranks with Queensland native Lachlan Dance, who punched in for his first day last Monday. Photo supplied
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