Operational Equipment Technician

Job title:

Operational Equipment Technician

Company

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service

Job description

TSSU, Ripley Fire StationAn opportunity has arisen for the post of Operational Equipment Technician within Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service. As a member of a highly effective team of technicians, you will be responsible for undertaking repairs, testing and maintenance of operational equipment to support the Services’ response capability; the equipment includes breathing apparatus sets, air compressors, hydraulic and pneumatic rescue equipment and general firefighting equipment. The role also involves the inspection and maintenance of hydrants across the county’s road network.It is also a requirement to work with a computerised asset management system, information technology and associated systems.You will be required to work from various DFRS locations as necessary for which a pool vehicle will be provided.The normal working week is 37 hours, 08:30 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:30 to 16:00 on Fridays. However, you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours.In return we offer;

• Flexible working hours.
• Family friendly policies.
• Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service.
• Free, secure on-site car parking.
• Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations.
• Employee discount scheme (Boost).
• Employee support networks.
• Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).
• Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months’ full & 6 months’ half after 5 years’ service.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages. (Support only)

Please be advised that we are currently in the process of introducing a new Job Evaluation scheme and will also be reviewing the pay and grading structure. As a result of this all Support roles will be re-evaluated. (Support only)We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.Please note if the role will be based at Ripley Fire Station with a requirement to visit locations across Derbyshire. The successful applicants will need to undertake Police Security Vetting procedures at the appropriate level. All other non-HQ roles will be required complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level. Some roles require both Police Security Vetting and a DBS check.Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.To apply please click on the apply link above.The closing date for completed applications is midnight on 26 August 2024. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 23 September 2024.If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.

Expected salary

Location

Ripley, Derbyshire

Job date

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 02:48:02 GMT

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