Firefighter (Hazmat) (774472)

**Job Title**:Firefighter (HAZMAT) **PP-SRS-GRD**:S-0081-07 **Location**: RAF Mildenhall **Vacancy Number**774472 **Open Date**:3 OCT 25 **Close Date** 10 OCT 25 **Work Hours Per Week**194 every 4 weeks **Salary (Per Hour)**£14.19 - £19.35 Plus a 15% Firefighter supplement - **Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made**_ We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Firefighters at the, Royal Air Force (RAF), United Kingdom. **What will be your primary role?** The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Firefighter assigned to a crew engaged in airfield, structural firefighting, crash-rescue, and Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) Technician, to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, and to respond to the presence or potential release of hazardous materials for the purpose of stopping or controlling the release. This position will include performing hazard and risk assessment and conduct complete incident analysis whilst driving and operating firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks and Airport rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles. You will also perform crash-rescue and firefighting duties involving air traffic or support operations where hazardous conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and potential for becoming destructive is great. You will also perform structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities, which may include large multi storied buildings, industrial areas, and/or base storage facilities. This position will also include performing rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures, and also maintain firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. You will also be responsible for complying with health, safety and environmental rules and procedures and perform work in a manner that enhances the safety of work environment. For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, CAT C valid driver's license is required **We offer fantastic company benefits include**: - **Competitive salary**:the starting salary for this position is 14.19 per hour - **Paid Sick Leave** - **Pension Scheme** - **Free On-Site Parking** - **Employee extras such as**:Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions **Overview of our mission** U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness. Also known as the "Bloody Hundredth" conducts air refueling and combat support operations throughout the European and African area of responsibility. Directs reception and mobilizes for contingency operations. Base of support for four U.S. Air Force major command flying programs. Supports more than 8,300 military and civilian personnel, dependents, and retirees, to include U.S. Air Forces in Europe-United Kingdom, the 501st Combat Support Wing, 352nd Special Operations Wing, U.S. Army and five other partner units. Located at Royal Air Force Mildenhall in the United Kingdom, the 100 ARW is the only U.S. tanker wing assigned to Europe and Africa refueling U.S. and partner nation aircraft over a span of more than 20 million square miles employing the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. The wing also provides critical bridge, aerial medivac and cargo transport capabilities enabling U.S. forces to deploy around the globe in a moment's notice. The United States and the United Kingdom share a special bond nurtured over decades of commitment to our shared values of peace, security and prosperity. The depth of the US and the UK partnership will only grow as together we face the increasingly complex, high-end threats of today and tomorrow. **What are the Key Skills required for this role?** 1. Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, and the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to waterflow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc. 2. Knowledge of basic and specialized airfield and structural firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures; and of basic and s