Firefighter (Control)

You will be required to work in our Fire and Rescue Service Control Room.  The role involves receiving and acting upon emergency calls for the assistance of the Fire and Rescue Service, directing fire appliances to incidents and supporting Fire and Rescue Service operations and administration processes.

We are looking for a good team player who can combine common sense with alertness, and the ability to assimilate and retain information, working with speed and accuracy, whilst keeping calm under pressure.  You must be over 18 years of age, hold a 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grades A to C including English Language with a good standard of communication skills.  You must have experience in using computers and the ability to input verbal information quickly and accurately using a keyboard is required.

Full training in all aspects of the role will be given.  If successful, you will be required to work with a small but highly dedicated team on a 42 hour week shift rota system involving day, night and weekend working.

You will be required to wear a uniform which is provided.

Assessment centre will take place on 13th and 17th February 2024

Interviews will take place on 19th and 23rd February 2024

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Station Manager Faye Roast at faye.roast@bedsfire.gov.uk

We are an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.