Securitas partners with UK Fire Services to deliver vital Fire Resilience Crew Capability during major incidents, industrial actions, adverse weather, and other emergencies that could impact staff availability. With a dedicated, standby team of over 500 trained personnel, Securitas is the only security provider offering this unique UK preparedness service. Our team is ready to respond at a moment's notice to support and uphold public safety during critical times.
This is a deployment-based role for individuals who can be mobilised on short notice, serving as front-line responders during periods of high demand. You'll represent Securitas professionally, as a Fire Resilience Crew Driver contributing directly to UK emergency preparedness.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're physically fit, adaptable, hold a Cat C licence, we want to hear from you. Join our Fire Resilience Crew as a Fire Appliance Driver and help make a difference when it matters most.
What We Offer:
* Enhance your professional development through hands-on training, acquiring transferable skills applicable to various work settings and gaining valuable real-world experience.
* Offers competitive pay along with coverage for travel expenses, meals, and accommodation during deployments and training away from home.
* Unique opportunity to work with the only security provider offering fire resilience crew support.
Job Opportunity
Training and Core Responsibilities:
Your role begins with a comprehensive 12-day training program at the Fire Service College in Moreton-In-Marsh, covering skills essential for deployment, including:
* Hose running
* Hydrant operation
* Pump operation
* Ladder climbing
* Operating a Fire Engine in an emergency situation
* Road Traffic Collision (RTC) - the use of hydraulic cutting equipment
* First Aid
* Emergency response driving (Driving on blue lights)
Key Responsibilities:
* Engage in ongoing training to maintain deployable status, including a 12-day initial training, 5-day initial emergency response driver training and annual 6-day refresher courses.
* Conduct daily inspections and maintenance checks on the fire engine, pump, hoses, and related equipment to ensure readiness and reliability.
* Participate in scenario-based training and skills practice during 'stand-down' times to ensure full readiness.
* Mobilise quickly to Central London and deploy to designated emergency locations as needed.
* Support emergency response activities, performing tasks typically handled by professional firefighters.
* Travel throughout the UK, prepared for extended assignments and periods of training and readiness exercises.
* Adhere to safety protocols for personal protective equipment and vehicles.
Essential Skills
1. Physical Ability:
Candidates must possess the physical strength and stamina to perform rigorous tasks for extended periods. This includes:
* Stamina: Ability to run 100 meters, jog for 5 minutes, and complete a 12-hour shift.
* Movement and Agility: Ability to climb ladders up to 8m, navigate confined spaces, and maintain flexibility in movement.
* Strength: Capability to lift up to 25kg and drag 55kg (e.g., heavy equipment or simulated rescue scenarios).
* Environment Adaptability: Ability to work in extreme temperatures, variable weather, and in enclosed or dark spaces.
* Vision and Hearing: Unassisted ability to read and distinguish sounds.
2. Key Skills:
* Problem Solving and Dynamic Risk Assessment: Make timely decisions under pressure with situational awareness and hazard perception.
* Adaptability and Alertness: Quickly identify changes in a dynamic environment and adjust actions accordingly.
* Teamwork and Cooperation: Work seamlessly within a team, valuing and respecting the contributions of others.
* Clear Communication: Communicate clearly and confidently with teammates and the public in English.
* Personal Development and Resilience: Commitment to annual training and skill improvement to maintain deployment readiness.
3. Medical Fitness:
Applicants must meet medical standards for firefighting duties, ensuring no health conditions could hinder their performance.
4. Additional Specification:
* Sensitivity and Professionalism: Manage challenging situations with professionalism and empathy.
* Continued Competency: Participate in annual training and scenario-based exercises during 'stand-down' times to remain deployable.
* Must have right to work in the UK, be able to travel nationwide and pass security screening.
* Must have a full UK or EU driving license with a Clean Category C qualification.
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