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Form of workNorthamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is a dynamic and forward-looking organisation seeking talented people who can represent the service and support our vision to: ‘Make Northamptonshire Safer’.
As a firefighter (FF) with NFRS, you will respond to a wide range of incidents, as well as taking part in community safety and fire protection activities, to help keep our residents and businesses safe in the diverse communities we serve.
Being a Firefighter with NFRS offers an exciting and rewarding career, with many opportunities for development and progression; to apply you must be:
A competent firefighter working for a Government Fire and Rescue service
Holds a FULL UK driving licence
An excellent communicator and team player
Committed to continued professional development
Interested in promoting community safety, education and risk prevention
Emergency Response Driving (ERD) Category C qualification is desirable.
Must not have any unresolved performance or disciplinary issues outstanding.
We are seeking to enhance our current establishment of Whole-time Duty System (WDS).
Successful applicants must be flexible and prepared to serve at one of our WDS stations. NFRS operates two WDS duties; 2-2-4 (Day Shift 0800 – 1800hrs & Night Shift 1800 – 0800hrs) and Variable Crewing System (Mon – Fri 0730 – 1800hrs).
All applicants will be required to complete an application form, selection tests, interview panel, medical & fitness test; references will also be requested from current service line-managers.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on 26th February 2024 – Late applications will not be accepted.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to undertake a series of job-related assessments and interview (scheduled to take place between/C 18th March).
Application forms can be requested by email from HR, Recruitment@northants.pnn.police.uk and should be returned to the same address by 5pm on 26th February.
If you wish to discuss this exciting opportunity, please contact Station Commander Justin Abbott jabbott@northantsfire.gov.uk Mobile: 07767002970
