Supervisory Firefighter

Job Title:
Supervisory Firefighter
PP-SRS-GRD:S

Location:
RAF Mildenhall
Vacancy Number VA23 RPA

Open Date:04 MAY 2023
Close Date 11 MAY 2023

Work Hour Per Week 192 hrs. over four weeks
Salary (Per Hour) £ % = £18.25



NOTE:
Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement

Main Purpose
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Firefighters at the 100th Civil
Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Watch Manager for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program.

They

will be responsible for oversight and direction of the day-to-day plans and programs associated with the program as well as the
operations of a watch which had two or more firefighting crews (including a Crew Chief and assigned crew) who drive and
operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, fight airfield and structural fires, perform crash and rescue operations, and
assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards. As the Watch Manager, the will be expected to provide immediate
for EMS training and certification for the Fire department; direct the operation of firefighting vehicles such as pumpers, aerial
ladder trucks, and crash-rescue trucks; oversee the performance of crash-rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling
complex aircraft (e.g. fighters, bombers, cargo, passenger). Furthermore, they will oversee the performance of structural
firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; hazardous materials
containment and control duties; and/or Basic Life Support duties and oversee the rescue of personnel and immediate first aid
measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility.

If you're looking for a challenging, gratifying career supporting the US Visiting Forces in the United Kingdom this job is for

Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Applicants must demonstrate the following:_
• Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification.
• Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems.
• Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate); and skill to operate communications equipment.
• Ability to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; and lift and carry heavy loads.
• Ability to provide supervision and leadership and integrate the actions of a crew(s) under emergency conditions.

Other Important Information

• Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization's flexible working policies.
• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training. Position may be coded as mission essential.
• A 612month probationary period will be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary train.

Other significant facts pertaining to this position are:

• Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program.
• Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• This position is considered operational; therefore the incumbent is entitled to receive an Operational
• Firefighter Pay Supplement for working an approved USAFE shift pattern. The shift pattern will total 192 hours over a 4 week period.
• This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid CAT C driver's license is required.
• Position

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