Breathing Apparatus Workshop Specialist

Essex Fire; Colchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex Fire is seeking a hands-on technician to join the Technical Services Workshop team at the Lexden site. You will support the Workshop Manager to keep vital equipment in reliable working order across stations within Essex County Fire and Rescue Service.

With a full driving licence and a practical approach, you will perform repair, service, testing and maintenance to BS-EN standards on breathing apparatus and related life-saving gear, and contribute to safety and compliance across the service.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 standard of education (GCSE or A level) or equivalent experience.
• Full driving licence is required.
• Understanding of Breathing Apparatus and compressed air systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Technical Services Workshop Manager with day-to-day workshop tasks.
• Support Breathing Apparatus related operational capabilities.
• Investigate equipment failures and report findings under RIDDOR to managers and HSE.
• Repair, service, test and maintain BS-EN life-dependent equipment such as Breathing Apparatus sets and Gas Monitors.
• Carry out face fit testing (Qualitative and Quantitative) to HSE OC 282/28 standards.
• Handle enquiries regarding BA and related equipment with managers and other departments.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

GCSE or A level equivalent

Job description

Essex Fire is seeking a hands-on technician to join the Technical Services Workshop team at the Lexden site. You will support the Workshop Manager to keep vital equipment in reliable working order across stations within Essex County Fire and Rescue Service.

With a full driving licence and a practical approach, you will perform repair, service, testing and maintenance to BS-EN standards on breathing apparatus and related life-saving gear, and contribute to safety and compliance across the service.