A POWYS firefighter has been praised for his “exemplary passion” as he retired this month after 35 years of service.

Steve Amor, from Llanwrtyd Wells, hung up his helmet for the final time at Station 15 on Tuesday, April 2.

The 59-year-old finished his time at the station and with the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MWWFRS) as watch manager in Llanwrtyd, having begun his journey back in 1988 as a firefighter.

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He was promoted to LF (now crew manager) in 1998 and then rose to the challenge of watch manager in 2011.

Looking back on his career, Steve said: “It’s one of the best and it's been a privilege to have served the community.”

Steve's impact extends far beyond the fire station. He has volunteered his time and knowledge, promoting fire safety and first aid awareness within the local community through various groups and organisations.

MWWFRS chief fire officer Roger Thomas commended Steve on his outstanding contribution, leadership, commitment and dedication to the service.

County Times: Steve Amor, from Llanwrtyd Wells, hung up his helmet for the final time at Station 15 on Tuesday, April 2. Steve Amor, from Llanwrtyd Wells, hung up his helmet for the final time at Station 15 on Tuesday, April 2. (Image: Llanwrtyd Wells Fire Brigade & Co Responder)

County Times: MWWFRS chief fire officer Roger Thomas commended Steve on his outstanding contribution. MWWFRS chief fire officer Roger Thomas commended Steve on his outstanding contribution. (Image: Llanwrtyd Wells Fire Brigade & Co Responder)

He joined the crew at Llanwrtyd Wells Fire Brigade & Co Responder to mark the occasion.

“Steve, along with his wife Angela who works in Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s community safety team, were instrumental in raising funds for the station’s community co-responder vehicle,” said station commander Simon Prince, speaking on Steve’s retirement.

“This has proven to be an invaluable asset for the local community and Steve’s passion has been exemplary, with nine members of the crew maintaining the skillset required to provide emergency response to life-critical incidents.

“We are incredibly grateful for their hard work and dedication.”

The crew and everyone at Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service thanks Steve for his invaluable service and contribution and wish him a long and happy retirement.