Job Introduction
Job Title: On-Call Firefighter
Location: Hertfordshire
Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce
Job Duties:
On-Call Firefighters at Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) provide a 24 hour emergency response service for fires, road traffic collisions and other serious incidents. As well as delivering an emergency service we also deliver a range of prevention and protection activities aimed at reducing fires and other incidents, including the enforcement of Fire Safety legislation. Have you got what it takes?
The On-Call element of Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service is fundamental to our emergency cover across the county. On-Call firefighters are a group of community spirited people who are ‘on-call’ to respond when their pager bleeps, having been called into action by our Fire Control Centre where 999 calls are handled. Many of our On-Call firefighters have other jobs and provide important fire service cover during weekdays, evenings and weekends.
What does it take?
- Be over 18 years of age when the recruit course is due to start (there is no upper age limit)
- Have the right to live and work in the UK
- Not have any unspent criminal convictions (if you have a criminal record, you must let us know in your application)
- Be less than 4 minutes away from your chosen On-Call fire station
There is no upper age limit for applicants. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone able to provide daytime cover during the week.
How to Apply: As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), including any training/qualifications. Please ensure you answer the application questions accurately.
Driving Roles: As part of this role, you will be required to travel to other HCC Sites/Residences either using your own mode of transport or a company car. In light of this, the ability to drive and/or travel around the County is required for this role a DVLA check will be required on appointment.
Overseas Applications: We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
English Fluency: The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.
Disability Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
