Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Benson

Capita; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firefighting organization is seeking Sponsored Reserve Firefighters for RAF Benson in Wallingford, UK. The role involves emergency response both domestically and internationally, along with extensive training and support. Candidates must be UK citizens or hold dual nationality, pass fitness and health requirements, and possess relevant GCSE qualifications. A competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered, including a training package and various employee perks.

Benefits

£29,763 salary increasing to £33,483

£7,000 remuneration package per deployment

Comprehensive training program

23 days holiday plus additional leave options

Pension and life assurance

Diversity and inclusion employee networks

Qualifications

• Must be a UK citizen or meet specific residency requirements.
• GCSE in English Language and Mathematics required.
• Must complete fitness tests and meet health standards.

Responsibilities

• Deploy overseas for four months, followed by 16 months in the UK.
• Respond to and fight fires at UK Defence estate.
• Support operations and exercises in challenging environments.

Skills

UK citizenship or commonwealth status

GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C or 4-5

Current full driving license

Ability to meet fitness and health requirements

Pass Situational and Behavioural tests

Job description

Job title

Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Benson

Job Description

As a Sponsored Reserve, you will be required to be deployed overseas for 4 months at a time, followed by 16 months in the UK before being redeployed.

What you’ll be doing

• You’ll be part of the RAF Firefighter force which provides the Aerodrome & Rescue Firefighting capability to Defence across the UK and overseas.
• You’ll be ready to respond to and fight fires in the UK, as well as rescue from military aircraft.
• You’ll provide a first response to emergencies on the Defence estate and assist in providing fire safety awareness to Station personnel.
• When deployed in the UK and overseas, you’ll be required to support operations and exercises in potentially challenging environments.
• You’ll be trained to use highly specialised vehicles and equipment.
• Daily tasks will include ensuring that specialised vehicles and equipment are tested and inspected whilst also maintaining and honing your professional firefighter skills.

What we’re looking for

• You must be a citizen of the UK or Republic of Ireland, holder of a dual UK/other nationality passport, or have been a Commonwealth citizen from birth. You should have resided in the UK for 5 years immediately preceding your application (candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered).
• Have a minimum of Grade C or 4 to 5 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics, or SCE Standard Grade 3 in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Use a current full driving licence.
• Be fit enough to complete initial and specialist training and perform your role effectively. Fitness tests include Selection Fitness Test, and Pre-Joining Fitness Test or Pre-recruit Training Course – the requirements for these tests vary according to role, age, and gender.
• Meet health requirements (Body Mass Index, eyesight, and medical conditions that may preclude entry into the RAF reserves). Disqualifying factors are considered.
• Be prepared to undertake and pass Situational and Behavioural tests during the recruitment phase and complete all background checks.

About Capita Fire & Rescue (CFR)

Here at Capita, we’re changing the future of firefighting and creating a world class Fire and Rescue Service with the UK Ministry of Defence.

Through transformation, innovation and expertise, CFR is a high-performing fire and rescue service which enhances the safety of firefighters and customers and protects their critical assets.

What’s in it for you

The salary for this position is £29,763 increasing to £33,483 per annum once fully trained.

You will also receive a £7,000 remuneration package each time you deploy, plus a £1,500 Operational Training Supplement (if you achieve the required annual training obligation as specified for the RAF).

• A full training programme to ensure you can do your job safely and to the best of your ability.
• 23 days holiday with the opportunity to buy extra leave, a company matched pension, life assurance, Cycle2Work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, and many more benefits.
• Access to all Capita’s Employee Network Groups (ENGs) covering all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

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Equal Opportunities

At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email [e-mail] or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss.

For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.

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Location

Wallingford, United Kingdom

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent