Fire Control Operator – Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service

Hours: 42 hour week shift rota system involving day, night and weekend working

We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our fire control room. This opportunity places you at the heart of emergency response, where you will play a vital role in keeping our communities safe

If you are able to work demanding shift patterns, handle high-pressure situations, and are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to find out more about the role and apply!

About the Control Room
We take receipt of all 999 calls made to the Fire Service from within Bedfordshire, mobilise fire appliances, and see the incidents through to their conclusion. We facilitate any requests from the fireground and act as the critical communications hub between Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service and external partners both locally, regionally, and nationally

Control Firefighters are skilled in specialised call handling techniques to quickly assess situations and mobilise the right emergency crews. Using a variety of computerised systems, such as mapping, computer-aided dispatch, and web-based applications, we ensure efficient and effective responses.

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

For more details about the role, key responsibilities and essential criteria required for the role, please refer to the control recruitment pack, attached job description and person specification.

KEY DATES
Engagement Information Sessions: Join us on Tuesday 19 November 2024 at 7pm or Thursday 21 November 2024 at 3pm for an opportunity to learn more about the role, ask questions, and hear directly from our experts. Sign up now: Control Recruitment Information Session

Application closing date: Tuesday 3 December 2024

Assessment Centre: Tuesday (evening) 10 December 2024 and Saturday (morning) 14 December 2024

Interviews: Week commencing 6 January 2025

How to apply

If this role is of interest, please visit our website https://www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement.

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