Airport Opportunity: Firefighter

Firefighter Current Vacancies

2006-11-23:

Firefighters protect and save people and property from fire and other hazards.
Emergency services provided by firefighters include controlling and extinguishing fires, rescuing victims from burning buildings, other accident sites or dangerous situations, and dealing with bomb alerts and spillage of chemicals or other hazardous substances.
Fire prevention work includes giving presentations to schools and other community groups, inspecting premises to ensure that they meet fire safety regulations, and liaising with construction professionals to give fire safety guidance before and during the construction of a building.
Senior officers write detailed reports of incidents and carry out management and policy work.
The work may be full-time or part-time retained. Full-time firefighters work 42 hours a week.
Firefighters carry heavy and awkward equipment. Most firefighters work for local fire brigades.
Other separate fire services include the British Airports Authority, which provides fire brigades at airports, and the Defence Fire Service, which provides fire services to military and other MOD sites.
Some large private organisations also run their own fire service.
There may be opportunities with Her Majestys Fire Service Inspectorate for experienced firefighters. Trainee firefighters are paid 19,394 a year. Crew managers earn between 27,163 and 28,320 a year. (Permalink)

Swift security & Swift Fire Security

2007-10-25: Fire detection and alarm systems are accredited to BS5839 under BAFE scheme SP203 and security systems under current British and European Standards and NACOSS Approved Codes of Practice. NSI - NACOSS Gold Accredited : Nedap Accredited, MDI Accredited; NSI - NACOSS Gold Accredited : National Support Network : False Alarm Management. Security projects are by nature both complex and individual. Buying a high-technology, high quality, precision-engineered security system is not like buying a washing machine. Dedicated Service Desk Wealth of experience in large project design scale projects. Design development post order - This comprehensive maintenance package includes the Monitoring of Premises, Intruder & Access Control, Fire Detection Systems all of which are monitored through Swift's Alarm Receiving Centre. After choosing the renowned Infographics Diamond 2 System; Swift, as accredited Infographics solution providers, were invited to tender for the installation of these new systems across the UK and were subsequently appointed as system providers. Swift were tasked with designing an alternative technology-based security solution offering effective cover at a reduced operating cost. Swift installed a multi-station video concierge system communicating with video handsets to each apartment and linked to a proximity based Access Control System. Our designers have used Pelco products and systems extensively in developing high security integrated solutions for clients such as The BBC and Land Securities Trillium. Working in partnership with Swift, the UKs leading independent fire and security provider, Cooper Security looks forward to further strengthening this relationship and working with the team at Swift to develop innovative products to meet the security challenges of the future. Interested persons should apply to swift at http://www.swiftsecurity.com/opportunities/current_vacancies.html (Permalink)

Careers at ADT the Fire and Security Plc

2007-10-19: Fire and Security Graduate Programme Manager: ADT's Sales team is a fundamental part of the business. business. The Careers Team +44 (0)121 255 6228 Install Engineers, Installation team installs fire and security systems to new and existing customers. Installation Field Line Manager; Projects Installation team installs fire and security systems to new and existing customers. Intruder/CCTV/Access Service Department, continuous working of the system. service background. Service Field Line Managers; skills. Intruder / Access / CCTV alarm systems. Learning & Development, Company name: ADT Fire and Security PLC. Project Managers (North) ADT Location: Leeds (National Accounts) Installation Planner: ADT Location: London City: Service Field Line Managers: Installation Field Line Managers: Department: Operations: ADT Location: Maidstone, Loughton. Fire Installation Engineer x2 Department: Operations: Department: Operations, Department: Operations ADT Location: Bristol, Liverpool, Manchester. ADT Location: Thames Valley: Service Administrator: Business Support Manager: Department: Administration; Department: Administration ADT Location: Sunbury Head Office. Department: Communications; Customer Service Advisor (Support x2) Department: Communications: Head of Business Systems (Sales & Marketing) Department: Marketing: ADT Location: Sunbury Head Office. Public Sector Sales Manager: Department: Enterprise & Public Sector Sales: Enterprise Sales Consultants, Consumer Sales: ADT Location: 1x North, 1x Central, 1x South, Department: Administration; Location: Sunbury. Department: Customer Care & Monitoring. Interested persons should apply to ADT at http://www.adt.co.uk/careers.html (Permalink)

The Chief Fire Officers' Association

2007-09-21: The Chief Fire Officers' Association is the foremost official organisation for principal fire officers in the UK. Derbyshire Road Safety Partnership - Partnership Development Manager Tyne And Wear Fire And Rescue Authority, damage to property and the environment by improving the quality of fire fighting, rescue, fire protection and fire prevention in the United Strategic Objectives leadership issues which affect the service. The Chief Fire Officers' Association (CFOA) was formed in 1974, following local government re-organisation. To establish policy positions for the Association on key issues confronting the fire service in a proactive way. matters. community. Response, Service Delivery Prevention/ Protection, Service/Corporate Support and Human Resources). a number of working groups. Criteria for authorisation and alerting Fire Services responses member from each CFOA region. fire appliances against a National framework arrangement established by the newly formed FIREBUY. In relation to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland the Association there are three sub-Associations, CFOA (Scotland), CFOA (Wales) and CFOA (Northern Ireland). presidential team of the Association. A variety of fire related organisations and associations in the United Kingdom International fire related organisations websites around the world. Government Organisations Government bodies related to or with information for the Fire and Rescue service. British Fire Company in Santiago de Chile. Federation of the European Union Fire Officer Associations (FEU) www.wiseuptofire.org : www.chaf.info : www.eurosprinkler.org : www.firetactics.com : www.firecontrol.odpm.gov.uk : FireFit Steering Group www.firefitsteeringgroup.co.uk ; www.missdorothy.com : National Association of Retired Firefighters www.nfsn.co.uk : National Security Inspectorate www.pfpf.org. Severn Park Fire and Rescue Training Centre www.severnpark.co.uk : www.bre.co.uk/frs : The Institution of Fire Engineers The Retired Principal Fire Officers' Network UK Resilience. Interested persons should apply to The Chief Fire Officers' Association at http://www.cfoa.org.uk/cfoa_public/default.asp?id=241 (Permalink)

Leeds Bradford International Airport ( LBIA ), Fire & Rescue, Airport Fire Service Recruitment

2007-08-29: To comply with the legal requirements, Leeds Bradford International Airport employs a full time fire service. The Fire Service at Leeds Bradford International Airport operates a four watch system. Leeds Bradford International Airport operates 24 hours a day; Rescue & Fire Fighting Service (RFFS) facilities are provided to cover these operations. Fire Engines Next: Training ?? Airport Fire Service Training: LBIA currently sends its recruits on residential courses either at Teeside Airport's International Fire Training School, or at BAA Gatwick. This covers all areas of aviation fire fighting. Airport Fire Service Recruitment: Fitness tests are carried out which assess the following: strength, flexibility, aerobic capacity, the ability to work at height and the ability to work in confined spaces. Fitness Guidance - Preparing for the Physical Tests. The general tests used are: The Chester Step Test: During the test your pulse rate will be continuously monitored. Work Related Tests: The tests include: Leeds Bradford International Airport offers fire safety training courses that are tailored to suit the needs of your organisation. Engineering - Fire Safety Advisor: First Aid Training: Leeds Bradford International Airport Fire Service are accredited by the Health and Safety Executive to deliver First Aid at Work training. Courses currently available are: Course includes tuition, training manual, practical training and assessment. Interested persons should apply to Leeds Bradford Fire & Rescue at http://www.lbia.co.uk/airportcompany-commercial-fireandrescue-recruitment.php (Permalink)

Fire Service College

2007-07-31: Whether you have a role in the UK fire & rescue services, work within one of the many fire services world-wide, have responsibilities for fire in business, or just want to find out more about the world of fire and rescue, the Fire Service College website is bound to be of interest to you. Why? The Fire Service College. The Fire Service College Library and Information Resource Centre supports the practical training and provides a range of services to those at the Fire Service College, to the fire and rescue services and to the fire industry. Regular outreach delivery of Fire Service College standard courses is undertaken at the Scottish Fire Service Training School, Gullane, Edinburgh and the Ministry of Defence Training School at Manston, Kent. Fire service recruitment. The Fire Service College employs around 280 members of staff, mostly civil servants and also officers seconded from the UK fire & rescue services. The Fire Service College prides itself on being a great place to work. How do I apply to join the fire service? Remaining National Fire Service records are now distributed amongst county records offices and archives, or are held by the relevant county fire and rescue service. Can we use the Fire Service College site for filming? Information Services Manager, Information Services Unit, Direct Line: +44 (0) 1608 812069 informationservices@fireservicecollege.ac.uk UK Fire & Rescue Services World class training. The Fire Service College is proud to offer probably the largest and most complete range of fire training facilities to be found anywhere in the world. International Fire Services. For over 30 years, the world?s fire and emergency services have trusted the Fire Service College, Moreton-in-Marsh, England to deliver the vital training they need to respond to a dangerous and rapidly changing world. The Fire Service College Latest UK Fire News Stories. Latest Fire Service College News. Fire Service College Open Day - 8th September 2007. Interested persons should apply to Fire Service College at http://www.fireservicecollege.ac.uk/UKFireandRescueServices/Courses/ (Permalink)

Greater Manchester Fire And Rescue

2007-07-03: the recruitment area for Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service. Support staff recruitment Fire-fighter recruitment view Fire-Fighter positions.other roles with the fire service. It?s not just firefighters who save lives. work in firefighters. If Application process. Working together teams. Control Centre Operators. Working in the Control Room at Brigade Headquarters, this team is responsible for receiving ?999? emergency calls. Ambulance Services. Community Safety Team Corporate Communications Team. team distributes messages and information to people within the organisation. A very important team. the service. Property Management. Transport and Technical Services. application process. saving lives. Roles Application process needs. Are you prepared to work unsociable hours, including night shifts, weekend work and public holidays? safety officer. training centre in the centre of Manchester. Manchester area. It might surprise you to know that Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service is the second largest fire service in the Headquarters. The main Fire Service Headquarters is based at Swinton. Around 2,400 people work in the service and 1,700 of those are operational firefighters. Our Work is extremely varied mill town communities. repairs our fire appliances and ladders. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters.Swinton Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Training Centre. Manchester So if you?re Whole-time Firefighter. ?Full-time? firefighters generally work a 42 hour shift pattern, involving two day shifts (9am to 6pm), two night shifts (9pm Retained Firefighter Whole-time Retained We also offer the chance for full-time firefighters to be employed as retained firefighters. Interested persons should apply to Greater Manchester Fire And Rescue at http://www.gmfrs-thinkagain.co.uk/roles/default.aspx (Permalink)

UK Fire Training Courses

2007-05-06: Fire safety " information, instruction and guidance" for staff is a requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Choose UK Fire Training... Courses aim to help you comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. UK Fire Training Courses - Fire Marshal / Warden Course - Suitable for all staff appointed as Fire Marshal / Warden who will assist with evacuations, fire drills and other fire safety duties at work and who may also need to operate fire extinguishers. Fire Safety Awareness Course
Fire Extinguisher User Course - Fire Risk Assessment Course - Staff Fire Training Requirements - General Fire Safety Training the importance of fire doors and other basic fire-preventive measures; - Training is necessary: Consultancy Services - FIRE RISK ASSESSMENTS. Fire Prevention. Fire Safety Management. Fire alarm systems. Fire extinguishers. Fire doors Staff training - OTHER SERVICES. Fire Safety Audits; Fire Drills; UK Fire Training aim to be recognised as the natural choice for UK companies looking for professional staff training. Free information - Services. 24 Hour Service. We offer fire safety courses approved by the Institution of Fire Engineers. Health and Safety Training HEALTH AND SAFETY COURSES. Directing Safety. Safety Committees and Representatives. Foundation Certificate in Food Safety. Intermediate Certificate in Food Safety. Advanced Certificate in Food Safety. Interested persons should apply to UK Fire Training Courses at http://www.ukfiretraining.com/inp/view2.asp?ID=25 (Permalink)

• Experience in Fire Prevention Department.
• Minimum 2 years training experience.
• A recognised training qualification.

London Fire Brigade

2007-03-12: Firefighter recruitment -This means firefighters helping to educate the community about the importance of fire safety.
Recruitment - Not everyone who works for the London Fire Brigade is involved in firefighting.
Vacancies for non-uniformed staff - This sort of work includes community fire safety, emergency planning, technical services, finance and personnel for example.

View our current non-uniform vacancies. If you are interested in a job as a firefighter, see our firefighter recruitment page.
Political Restriction of Posts - Vacancies -
Post: Training Programme Manager - Safety Skills and Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Salary: 29,801 34,093 (including London Weighting)
Post: Assessment Centre Officer - Salary: 24,571 - 29,801 per annum (including London Weighting)
Post: Employment Policy Officer (Three months fixed term) Salary: 29,801 - 34,093 per annum (including London Weighting)

London Fire & Emergency Planning Authority Recruitment and Selection Services Room 906 Hampton House 20 Albert Embankment London SE1 7SD

Contact:
Applicants should contact in electronic form to (selection.section@london-fire.gov.UK) Interested persons should apply to London Fire Brigade at http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/vacancies.asp (Permalink)

The Devon Fire & Rescue Authority

2007-03-03: The Devon Fire & Rescue Authority (DFRA) oversees the provision of fire and rescue services in Devon...
We are currently recruiting Retained Firefighters.
Should you wish to contact us regarding the subject of recruitment please telephone the following number...
(01392) 872235 for General Recruitment (01392) 872331 for Retained Firefighter Recruitment

Recruitment Vacancies VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR SUPPORT SERVICE
The Devon Branch of the British Red Cross
The Fire and Emergency Support Service volunteers work in co-operation with the local Fire and Rescue Service.
The volunteers will attend the scene of the fire or similar incident only in response to a request from the Fire and Rescue Service.
Steven Russell. British Red Cross. Fire and Emergency Support Service Co-ordinator Devon & Somerset
Telephone: 01823273732 Mobile 07711854207

Contact:
Applicants should contact in electronic form to (stevenrussell@redcross.org.uk) Interested persons should apply to Devon Fire & Rescue at http://www.dsfire.gov.uk/DevonFire/Recruitment/Vacancies/ (Permalink)

Airport Fire Service

2007-01-04: The working environment within HIAL is stimulating and offers a wide variety of employment opportunities both in operational and support roles. Operational positions may be available within the following Departments: Airport Fire Service - Air Traffic Services - Motor Transport Engineering . These Departments deliver a range of services at varying levels at the 10 airports and each has local administrative support. Support positions may also be available within the following administrative functions primarily based at the company's head office: Accounts - Administration - Air Traffic Services - Airport Fire Service - Commercial and Marketing - Corporate Communications - Health and Safety - Infrastructure Services - Management - MT Engineering - Operations - Human Resources. HIAL operates 10 airports in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland on behalf of the Scottish Executive Human Resources Department Highlands & Islands Airports Limited Head Office Inverness Airport Inverness IV2 7JB Telephone: 01667 462445 Fax: 01667 464209

Contact:
Applicants should contact in electronic form to (recruitment@hial.co.uk) Interested persons should apply to Airport Fire Service at http://www.hial.co.uk/Current_Vacancies (Permalink)

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service

2006-12-07: Welcome to the Recruitment microsite for South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service and thank you for your interest in the new roles. Interested persons should apply to South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/vacancies.htm (Permalink)

The British Fire Service

2006-12-02: Fancy a career in the Fire Service. Our Recruitment Section contains all the information you need to know, from completing your application form to going for your interview.
There is no National Fire Service. There are 59 separate fire brigades in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, each run independently under the command of a Chief Fire Officer. In Scotland there are eight brigades, each under the command of a Firemaster. This could all change in the future with the introduction of regionalised brigades Leading Fire-fighter - Sub-Officer - Station Officer - Assistant Divisional Officer - Divisional Officer Grade III - Divisional Officer Grade II - Divisional Officer Grade I - Senior Divisional Officer - Assistant Chief Officer/Assistant Firemaster - Chief Officer/Firemaster. Interested persons should apply to  British Fire Service at http://www.fireservice.co.uk/recruitment/recbrigades.php. (Permalink)