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Sponsored Reserve Firefighter

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Ruislip, Greater London, United Kingdom Capita Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Sponsored Reserve Firefighter. As a member of our team, you will be part of the RAF Firefighter force, providing Aerodrome & Rescue Firefighting capability to Defence across the UK and overseas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • You will be responsible for responding to and fighting fires in the UK, as well as rescuing from military aircraft.
  • You will provide a first response to emergencies on the Defence estate and assist in providing fire safety awareness to Station personnel.
  • You will be required to support operations and exercises in potentially challenging environments when deployed in the UK and overseas.
  • You will be trained to use highly specialised vehicles and equipment.
  • Daily tasks will include ensuring that specialised vehicles and equipment are tested and inspected, while also maintaining and honing your professional firefighter skills.

Requirements:

  • You must be a citizen of the UK or Republic of Ireland, holder of a dual UK/other nationality passport, or have been a Commonwealth citizen from birth.
  • You should have resided in the UK for 5 years immediately preceding your application (candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered).
  • You will need to have a minimum of Grade C or 4 to 5 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics, or SCE Standard Grade 3 in English and Maths or equivalent.
  • You will need to have a current full driving license.
  • You will need to be fit enough to complete initial and specialist training and perform your role effectively.
  • Health requirements must be met by all applicants (Body Mass Index, eyesight, and medical conditions that may preclude entry into the RAF reserves) – disqualifying factors are considered.
  • You will need to be prepared to undertake and pass Situational and Behavioural tests during the recruitment phase and complete all background checks.

About Capita Fire & Rescue (CFR):

Here at Capita, we are changing the future of firefighting and creating a world-class Fire and Rescue Service with the UK Ministry of Defence.

Through transformation, innovation, and expertise, CFR is a high-performing fire and rescue service that enhances the safety of firefighters and customers and protects their critical assets.

What's in it for you:

The salary for this position is £27,650 per annum, increasing to £31,106 per annum once fully trained. You will also receive a £7,000 remuneration package each time you deploy, plus a £1,500 Operational Training Supplement (if you achieve the required annual training obligation as specified for the RAF). In addition, you will enjoy benefits such as:

  • A full training programme to ensure you can do your job safely and to the best of your ability.
  • 23 days holiday with the opportunity to buy extra leave, a company-matched pension, life assurance, Cycle2Work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, and many more benefits.
  • Access to all Capita's Employee Network Groups (ENGs) covering all aspects of diversity and inclusion.