Fireground Operative

Serco Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training organization in Tees Valley is seeking a Fireground Operative to support the efficient operation of fire training exercises. This role involves ensuring operational equipment is ready, liaising with instructional staff, and maintaining cleanliness on-site. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills and experience in a fire-related environment. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including training opportunities and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at 1,000+ retailers

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Organisational and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and a positive mindset.
• Previous fire experience desirable.
• QHSE understanding desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational equipment is functional for training exercises.
• Provide fire training scenarios.
• Liaise with instructional staff for effective delivery.
• Maintain cleanliness of fireground and buildings.
• Report and repair equipment defects.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving skills

Flexibility

Positive mindset

Previous fire experience

QHSE understanding

Job description

Serco Limited
Fireground Operative International Fire Training Centre, Darlington, DL2 1NU
Permanent
Full time, Monday – Thursday 0815-1630, Friday 0815–1245
Salary £25,461 per annum plus benefits

Serco have an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Site Technician based at the International Fire Training Centre in Darlington. You’ll be assisting the Technical Services Manager with the efficient and effective day to day operation of the International Fire Training Centre. You will carry out work activities to support safe and effective practical fire training exercises on the fireground and to carry out other duties within the media bay, stores and other locations when required.

Main Accountabilities

• To ensure that operational equipment and other essential items are fully operable and correctly in place prior to assisting with practical training exercises
• Work in accordance with IFTC Policy and Procedures.
• Provide fire training scenarios.
• Liaise with the instructional staff to ensure the effective delivery of all practical exercises.
• Ensure the fireground and associated buildings are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Report & repair defects and the need to maintain and repair all items of equipment within the scope of knowledge and capabilities of the individual.
• Provide overtime cover as and when needed
• Wear appropriate PPE for training exercises, including breathing apparatus or any other RPE. Undertaking of Breathing Apparatus (BA) tests/checks to the level of competence proven by qualification.
• Ensure compliance is carried out, within all areas such as Stores, BA, Media Bay and Fireground

What you’ll need to do the role

• Ability to work under pressure
• Organisational skills and proactive problem‑solving skills.
• Flexibility and a positive mindset
• Previous fire experience (desirable)
• QHSE understanding (desirable)

What we offer

Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviewsPension: Up to 6% contributory pension schemeHolidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysTraining and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progressionWellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centresDiscounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travelShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings periodEmployee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a communityCharity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme #defenceentryroles