Firefighter Control

Job Summary

We have a number of permanent and temporary (up to 23 months) opportunities in our Operations Control Rooms and we are seeking motivated individuals to join the team. The role involves managing many tasks during an incident including: answering emergency calls, mobilising our resources, communicating using radios, working with partners and other organisations and monitoring incidents from start to finish. The ideal candidate for this role will have a desire to work with members of the community, using excellent communication skills, and be calm and confident when working under pressure.  We are looking for team players who are positive in approach and committed to learning and developing their skills.  An ability to multi-task effectively and demonstrate good problem-solving and decision-making skills is also required. 

 

Location

We have three Operations Control rooms where our firefighters control work from:

• Dundee
• Edinburgh
• Johnstone

 

Our Values

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities of Scotland that we serve and aspire for this to be reflected within our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share Our Values and want to make a difference in the community, to consider working for us. We encourage everyone who has the necessary skills and experience to apply, and particularly welcome applications from sections of the community that are currently under-represented in the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

 

 

 

Why work with us?

We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. We offer some fantastic benefits to reward you for the amazing work you do:

• A competitive salary
• A Local Government Pension Scheme
• A range of excellent family friendly policies including those that promote a work/life balance
• Generous leave entitlement that increases with service
• Access to an employee benefits website, which offers savings over a wide range of products from well known brands and independent retailers
• Eligible to sign up to ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street
• Free access to onsite gym facilities, and Health and Wellbeing services, support and advice

 

How to Apply & Interview Details

Click the apply button to complete the online application detailing your suitability for the role.

If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process, you will be invited to complete practical tests. This will involve a number of individual and group exercises to test your ability to meet the requirements of the job. The practical tests are expected to take place on 19 and 20 October 2024.

Top performing candidates will then be invited to attend for an interview. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 21 October 2024 and 28 October 2024.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service are a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. 

As part of the application process, applicants are encouraged to declare if they have a disability and/or a Specific Learning Difference (SpLD) and outline any specific requirements or reasonable adjustments that they may require.

Sharing your needs with us, helps us to consider what support we may be able to offer you and we are happy to discuss this with you. We are here to help so please contact us as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

For full information see our Recruitment Information Pack attached to this vacancy. Please read this thoroughly before applying.