Position Overview & Specifications
Do you have what it takes to be part of the Emergancy Fire Crew with Securitas?
Securitas has unique and extremely important contracts with Fire Services across the UK. We provide contingency fire crews in the event of, a catastrophic incident, pandemic, industrial action or other event that could reduce normal fire service capability.
Securitas has the following interesting and unique roles available for Emergency Fire Crew (EFC).
Crew Supervisor
Individuals will be required to lead fire and rescue crews who staff fire appliances & attend emergency incidents in a supervisory role, Candidates will be required to be of a good level of physical fitness, have a proven track record in decision making, leadership skills, problem solving in stressful environments, Dynamic risk assessment and strategic thinking. Candidates will also be able to demonstrate the ability to instil pride and discipline as well as being able to inspire crew members in difficult and challenging circumstances
Fire & Rescue Crew
Individuals will be required to staff fire appliances & attend emergency incidents, Candidates will be required to be of a good level of physical fitness, have the ability to problem solve, work in stressful environments, possess good manual dexterity, remain focused, possess numerical reasoning/written skills, be able to assimilate information quickly and follow instructions concisely. This will be assessed during the recruitment process.
Essential Skills
- Great communication skills
- Ability to complete a 12 day residential training course ( accommodation and food is provided)
- Ability to complete annual refresher training (6 days)
- Comfortable working away from home
- Ablility to deal with life-threatening situations calmly and professionally.
During the training you will be required to step outside of your comfort zone and with the appropriate training will need to be comfortable with the following:
- Working at height
- Confined spaces
- Participate in live fire scenarios
- Use of breathing apparatus
- Utilising heavy hydraulic cutting equipment
- Training through adverse weather conditions
- Long days with a mixture of physical and theoretical training input
About Company
Securitas Benefits:
- Paid holiday, company pension and life assurance scheme
- Discounted gym membership, wellness advice and support
- Cycle to Work Scheme, car lease and new car purchasing schemes
- Employee discounts and cashback savings across hundreds of your favourite high street brands, online shopping, holidays, and days out
- City & Guilds accredited training program for professional and personal development
- Support to gain your SIA license and many more!
Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness are the core values that Securitas is built on to shape a long-term, financially successful enterprise for our customers, employees, and shareholders.
With roots dating back to 1934, Securitas is one of the largest security service organisations in the world. We are a company that offer career progression and development, providing access to training and the ability to gain professionally recognised qualifications.
Securitas is an all-inclusive employer, and we encourage individuality within our company. If you want to know more about why Securitas is the world’s leading security group, and our continuing work in the diversity & inclusion space, please visit: www.securitas.uk.com/en-GB/
Join the Securitas Team today!
Essential Requirements
- Great communication skills
- Ability to complete a 12 day residential training course ( accommodation and food is provided)
- Ability to complete annual refresher training (6 days)
- Comfortable working away from home
- Ablility to deal with life-threatening situations calmly and professionally.
During the training you will be required to step outside of your comfort zone and with the appropriate training will need to be comfortable with the following:
- Working at height
- Confined spaces
- Participate in live fire scenarios
- Use of breathing apparatus
- Utilising heavy hydraulic cutting equipment
- Training through adverse weather conditions
- Long days with a mixture of physical and theoretical training input