An Ambulanceman/Ambulancewoman is mainly deployed on emergency ambulance service, carrying out pre-hospital care service and related ambulance duties; and on driving ambulances, cars and vans. An Ambulanceman/Ambulancewoman is subject to discipline and is required to work shifts and wear uniforms.

(1) (a) have Level 2 or equivalent (Note a) or above in five subjects in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE), or equivalent; or (b) have Level 2 (Note b) /Grade E or above in five subjects in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent; (The five subjects in HKDSEE in (1)(a) or the five subjects in HKCEE in (1)(b) above may include Chinese Language and English Language.) (2) have met the language proficiency requirements of Level 2 (Note b)or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the HKDSEE or HKCEE, or equivalent; and be able to speak fluent Cantonese; (3) be able to pass a Physical Fitness Test and Job-related Performance Test (please refer to Fire Services Department's website or call the recruitment hotline for details); and (4) be able to pass a Written Aptitude Test. Possessing a valid Hong Kong driving licence is an advantage.