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CareerForces Ltd
Firefighter 58402
Ascension Island, South Atlantic
Fixed Term Contract – £33,000
Job Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Structural Firefighter, to join Fire & Rescue Service (FRS) at our site on Ascension Island. Ascension is a small remote Island in the South Atlantic.
The role covers Fire & Rescue duties on the Ascension Island Base (formally RAF Ascension Island), and Ascension Island Government (AIG) estate.
Main Duties
To be part of the FRS strength, reporting to the Duty Watch / Crew Manager, under the authority of the Fire Station Manager (FSM). Carrying out the day-to-day activities, to maintain a fully effective Fire & Rescue Service in order to save life and protect property, in accordance with, and in line with Mitie company standards and the compliance and regulatory requirements of Defence Fire & Rescue.
To be available at all times whilst on duty, to respond to emergency calls requiring the attendance of FRS for Firefighting and Rescue Operations at, Structural Fires, Road Traffic Incidents, and / or other related emergencies.
In addition, you will undertake the maintenance, testing and inspection of all Fire Vehicles, Fire and Rescue /Ancillary Equipment and any Fire Safety Management System related infrastructure.
Assist in the provision of Fire Safety Awareness training to all Staff and contractors, HM Forces, MOD Employed Civilians and Crown Servants, as required by MFRS.
What we are looking for
Trained to UK MoD (Defence Fire & Rescue) Standards or UK equivalent Fire & Rescue Service Firefighter qualification. (Acceptable qualified Firefighters from MoD/RAF, Local Authority Fire & Rescue (LAFR) Whole Time /Retained Duty System, UK Civil Aviation Authority (RFFS CAT 3 and above).
Current Operational Breathing Apparatus Wearer Assessment (opBAWA) or UK equivalent.
Valid Full Clean UK Driving Licence ( LGV Class C)
Be capable of obtaining basic level Security Clearance for MoD (BPSS Security).
Desirable Requirements
Valid First Aid at Work certificate.
Current Emergency Response Driver (ERD) Qualification.
A minimum of IOSH Working Safely or equivalent
Current British Approvals for Fire Excellence (BAFE) Qualification
Ascension Island – Typical benefits to be confirmed with the client; and can include accommodation, a tour bonus payable at the 12 month point of your tour and then at the 24 month point of your tour. This is a loyalty payment and will not be paid on a pro-rata basis unless under exceptional circumstances determined by the Account Director (subject to any applicable statutory deductions). Holiday – Tour Duration of 24 months – 80 days excluding weekends (FTE).