Overview
Firefighter Opportunities at Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS)
We are excited to announce that Inter-Service Transfers for Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are now open for Firefighter opportunities. We welcome interest from competent Wholetime and On-Call Firefighters.
Responsibilities
* Respond to and manage a wide range of operational incidents safely and effectively.
* Prepare for incidents, take action to meet objectives, bring incidents to a safe resolution, and participate in post-incident debriefs.
* Work under the direction of your Crew Commander to support operational delivery, community safety work, and station routines.
* Support training and mentoring of newer colleagues as required.
Eligibility and Qualifications
* Be a competent Firefighter (Wholetime or On-Call).
* Reside within a 20-minute drive of the Surrey border.
* Be a qualified driver of a fire appliance, or be willing to undertake development to become one.
Salary and Benefits
Salaries are aligned with NJC Pay Scales and include a Surrey Allowance of £1,690 per annum.
Course Information
Successful candidates will join a talent pool to join our upcoming IST Firefighter courses at Wray Park Training Centre, Reigate. The course may be extended to meet service needs. Upon completion, candidates will be placed at any station across Surrey.
Shift Patterns
* Traditional 224 (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off): 9am – 6pm / 6pm – 9am
* Hybrid (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off): 7am – 7pm / 7pm – 7am. Every third shift cycle involves four consecutive days, with no night cover (7am – 7pm).
* Day Crewed: 7am – 7pm, with no night cover required and every other weekend off.
Our Values
* Putting our communities first
* Integrity
* Dignity and respect
* Leadership
* Equality, diversity, and inclusion
Our vision is for everyone at SFRS to be a community role model.
How to Apply
Please upload a current CV and personal statement demonstrating your qualifications and competence.
Recruitment Process
* Stage 1: Fitness assessment (Bleep test)
* Stage 2: Interviews and assessments
* Appointments are subject to competency confirmation through a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) as required, plus a full medical, fitness assessment and an Enhanced DBS check.
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