I applied online. The process took 9 months. I interviewed at Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue (Manchester, England)
Interview
Lengthy. Over one year there are multiple stages. Fitness tests, aptitude, Firefighter selection day, IQ test and in person interviews. The process for every stage takes about a year with a month or so in between each stage.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is an example where you have lead other people.