Firefighter

2 months ago

Saxmundham, Suffolk, United Kingdom Suffolk County Council Full time
On-Call Firefighter Role

Suffolk County Council is seeking highly skilled and dedicated individuals to join our On-Call Firefighter team. As an On-Call Firefighter, you will play a vital role in providing emergency response services to the community, working closely with our team to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Respond to emergency calls and incidents, providing critical support to those in need.
  • Work collaboratively with our team to maintain a high level of service delivery and ensure the effective management of emergency situations.
  • Participate in regular training and development activities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to improve community safety and resilience.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 18 years old (no upper age limit).
  • Live or work within 5 to 8 minutes of a fire station in Suffolk.
  • Hold a full UK driving licence and access to personal transport.
  • Have a reasonable level of personal fitness.
  • Have permission to be released from your main employment to attend emergency incidents (if you will be attending calls whilst at work).
  • Can operate at heights and confined spaces.
  • Keep calm under pressure.
  • Ability to work well in a team.
  • Can develop your skills and work independently.
Benefits:
  • An annual salary (retainer fee) which is paid monthly, plus an hourly rate and disturbance fee for attending incidents.
  • An hourly fee for attending drill nights and training courses.
  • Contribution to the new Firefighter's pension scheme.
  • Issued with a uniform and personal protective equipment.
Career Prospects:

Within the service, there is a clear career progression route, as follows:

  • Trainee Firefighter
  • Development Firefighter
  • Competent Firefighter
  • Crew Manager
  • Watch Manager

In Suffolk, we support the progression of on-call firefighters into full-time roles, therefore career progression into many other roles is possible.

Stations available: Aldeburgh, Beccles, Bungay, Eye, Halesworth, Leiston, Lowestoft North, Lowestoft South, Reydon and Southwold, Saxmundham, Stradbroke, Wrentham.