Firefighter

**JOIN THE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE AT BRISTOL AIRPORT**

**FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO CHANGE YOUR CAREER - NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**

We’re offering an incredible opportunity become a Firefighter at Bristol Airport. We are looking for people who are motivated and enthusiastic, have an aptitude for learning, are passionate about teamwork, are great communicators, physically fit and who want to make a positive difference. No particular experience is needed as we offer full training, it is all about your character, ambition and desire to build a career in the fire service. Our crews are diverse, we are interested in people from all walks of life.

Joining one of four “watches” you’ll be part of a cooperative and supportive team, ready and able to respond to any number of situations, at a moment’s notice, to support the safe and secure operation of the Airport. The role of an Airport Firefighter is more about prevention and readiness than actually fighting fires - emergencies are rare but can be intense when they happen, so being prepared is everything. You’ll spend a lot of time learning, studying and taking part in drills and simulation exercises, equipping you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to be able to respond confidently and correctly when it counts most.

**The Small Print**

There are some important things to know before you apply. The role is shift based, meaning you’ll work two 12-hour shifts from 6:30am - 6:30pm then two 12-hour night shifts from 6pm-6am followed by four days off. Bristol Airport is a 24-7-365 operation, so at times you may work weekends & bank holidays if your shifts fall on these days.

The selection process will involve three stages:
**Please note we will not be able to offer alternative dates for the assessments.**

**About the Role...**
- Responding to emergency calls, requests for assistance and First Aid incidents
- Maintaining, inspecting, testing and repairing fire equipment and alarms
- Take a proactive role in your own learning, regularly attending drills, simulation exercises and training
- Conducting risk assessments and audits
- Undertaking security screening activities
- Responding to jet fuel spills and leaks
- Promoting fire safety standards to airport colleagues
- Working on snow clearance in winter months
- Keeping the fire station clean, tidy and orderly
- Maintaining a good level of personal fitness using onsite gym

**About You**

We're looking for the following:

- Passion and a demonstratable desire to build a career in the Fire service
- Exceptional team player, loyal, driven to go above and beyond for your teammates
- Aptitude and motivation for continuous learning and personal development
- Ability to absorb training and retain large amounts of information
- Practical, logical and organised, with excellent attention to detail
- Conscientious work ethic, commitment, willingness to always do what it takes
- Physically fit, able to lift and carry heavy equipment
- Willing to work shifts including nights, weekends and public holidays
- Willing to work towards getting an LGV driving licence
- Based within one hour commuting distance of Bristol Airport

**Why Join Us?**

Our vision is to be everyone’s favourite airport, delivering a future we can all be proud of. So why not join us on that journey?

We offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including:

- 25 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days with length of service)
- A free on-site Gym
- Free private health care with Bupa
- Life Assurance policy from day one
- Free on-site staff parking

Find out more about our benefits here: Rewards and Benefits at Bristol Airport | Bristol Airport Jobs | Bristol Airport

Pay: £34,238.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus scheme

**Benefits**:

- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Will you be aged 21 or older in November 2024, to be able to obtain a HGV Licence?

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

**Location**:

- Bristol (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/11/2024
Reference ID: ACFIRE1