Job Description
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re physically fit, adaptable, hold a Cat C licence for at least 1 year, we want to hear from you. Join our Fire Resilience Crew as a Fire Appliance Driver and help make a difference when it matters most.
Training and Core Responsibilities:
Your role begins with a comprehensive 12-day training program at the Fire Service College in Moreton-In-Marsh, covering skills essential for deployment, including:
- Hose running
- Hydrant operation
- Pump operation
- Ladder climbing
- Operating a Fire Engine in an emergency situation
- Road Traffic Collision (RTC) – the use of hydraulic cutting equipment
- First Aid
- Emergency response driving (Driving on blue lights)
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage in ongoing training to maintain deployable status, including a 12-day initial training, 5-day initial emergency response driver training and annual 6-day refresher courses.
- Conduct daily inspections and maintenance checks on the fire engine, pump, hoses, and related equipment to ensure readiness and reliability.
- Participate in scenario-based training and skills practice during ‘stand-down’ times to ensure full readiness.
- Mobilise quickly to Central London and deploy to designated emergency locations as needed.
- Support emergency response activities, performing tasks typically handled by professional firefighters.
- Travel throughout the UK, prepared for extended assignments and periods of training and readiness exercises.
- Adhere to safety protocols for personal protective equipment and vehicles.
Person Specification
1. Physical Ability:
Candidates must possess the physical strength and stamina to perform rigorous tasks for extended periods. This includes:
- Stamina: Ability to run 100 meters, jog for 5 minutes, and complete a 12–hour shift.
- Movement and Agility: Ability to climb ladders up to 8m, navigate confined spaces, and maintain flexibility in movement.
- Strength: Capability to lift up to 25kg and drag 55kg (e.g., heavy equipment or simulated rescue scenarios).
- Environment Adaptability: Ability to work in extreme temperatures, variable weather, and in enclosed or dark spaces.
- Vision and Hearing: Unassisted ability to read and distinguish sounds.
2. Key Skills:
- Problem Solving and Dynamic Risk Assessment: Make timely decisions under pressure with situational awareness and hazard perception.
- Adaptability and Alertness: Quickly identify changes in a dynamic environment and adjust actions accordingly.
- Teamwork and Cooperation: Work seamlessly within a team, valuing and respecting the contributions of others.
- Clear Communication: Communicate clearly and confidently with teammates and the public in English.
- Personal Development and Resilience: Commitment to annual training and skill improvement to maintain deployment readiness.
3. Medical Fitness:
Applicants must meet medical standards for firefighting duties, ensuring no health conditions could hinder their performance.
4. Additional Specification:
- Sensitivity and Professionalism: Manage challenging situations with professionalism and empathy.
- Continued Competency: Participate in annual training and scenario-based exercises during “stand-down” times to remain deployable.
- Must have right to work in the UK, be able to travel nationwide and pass security screening.
- Must havea full UK or EU driving license with a Clean Category C qualification.
Additional Information
It’s great to see you’re considering a career with us here at Securitas UK! You’re one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals.
Why Choose Securitas UK?
At Securitas UK, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values ofIntegrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities.
What You Can Expect
Applying for a new role can be exciting yet daunting. Our dedicated Recruitment Team carefully reviews every application, and we appreciate your patience.
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- Career Growth:Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs.
- Inclusive Leadership:A culture of respect, transparency, and collaboration.
- Fair Pay & Benefits:Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits.
Our Commitment to You
We support our workforce through initiatives such as:
- Employee Networks– Safe spaces to connect and influence policies for change.
- Race at Work Charter & Armed Forces Covenant– Supporting equality and inclusion.
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- Health & Well-being Programs– Mental health support and workplace wellness.
- Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification– Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals.
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