N001/01/2025 - Training Support Technician

Fire Authority For Northern Ireland; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service as a Training Support Technician. This role is vital for supporting the delivery of training courses and ensuring the smooth operation of the Learning & Development Centre. With a commitment to community service and a focus on continuous improvement, you will play a key part in enhancing the skills and knowledge of fire service personnel. This position offers a structured work environment with flexible hours, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about training and development. If you are eager to contribute to a proud tradition of service, apply now to be part of this essential team.

Responsibilities

• Supports delivery of training courses and services at the Learning & Development Centre.
• Ensures efficient day-to-day running of the LDC training site.

Job description

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction.

NIFRS wishes to invite applications for the following role:

Training Support Technician - Job Ref: N001/01/2025

The Training Support Technician supports the delivery of all NIFRS Learning & Development Centre (LDC) training courses and services and helps ensure an efficient and effective day-to-day running of the LDC training site.

There are currently two permanent positions, based at NIFRS Learning & Development College, 120 Dungannon Road, Cookstown, BT80 9BD. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies; a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed-term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order).

Salary:
The salary scale is Scale 6. The salary range is currently £30,559 - £32,654 per annum.

Hours of work:
Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post.

All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: [e-mail] or telephone [phone].

Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 17th January 2025.

We value our people and are committed to the principle of equal treatment for all job applicants irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, religion or political opinion.

NIFRS is currently underrepresented by Roman Catholics and women; applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.