Job Title: Firefighter (HAZMAT)
PP-SRS-GRD: S
Location: RAF Mildenhall
Vacancy Number 774472
Open Date: 3 OCT 25
Close Date 10 OCT 25
Work Hours Per Week 194 every 4 weeks
Salary (Per Hour) £ £19.35
Plus a 15% Firefighter supplement
Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Firefighters at the, Royal Air Force (RAF), United Kingdom.
What will be your primary role?
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Firefighter assigned to a crew engaged in airfield, structural firefighting, crash-rescue, and Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) Technician, to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, and to respond to the presence or potential release of hazardous materials for the purpose of stopping or controlling the release. This position will include performing hazard and risk assessment and conduct complete incident analysis whilst driving and operating firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks and Airport rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles. You will also perform crash-rescue and firefighting duties involving air traffic or support operations where hazardous conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and potential for becoming destructive is great. You will also perform structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities, which may include large multi storied buildings, industrial areas, and/or base storage facilities. This position will also include performing rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures, and also maintain firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. You will also be responsible for complying with health, safety and environmental rules and procedures and perform work in a manner that enhances the safety of work environment.
For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit
The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, CAT C valid driver's license is required
We offer fantastic company benefits include:
· Competitive salary: the starting salary for this position is 14.19 per hour
· Paid Sick Leave
· Pension Scheme
· Free On-Site Parking
· Employee extras such as: Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions
Overview of our mission
U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.
Also known as the "Bloody Hundredth" conducts air refueling and combat support operations throughout the European and African area of responsibility. Directs reception and mobilizes for contingency operations. Base of support for four U.S. Air Force major command flying programs. Supports more than 8,300 military and civilian personnel, dependents, and retirees, to include U.S. Air Forces in Europe-United Kingdom, the 501st Combat Support Wing, 352nd Special Operations Wing, U.S. Army and five other partner units. Located at Royal Air Force Mildenhall in the United Kingdom, the 100 ARW is the only U.S. tanker wing assigned to Europe and Africa refueling U.S. and partner nation aircraft over a span of more than 20 million square miles employing the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. The wing also provides critical bridge, aerial medivac and cargo transport capabilities enabling U.S. forces to deploy around the globe in a moment's notice. The United States and the United Kingdom share a special bond nurtured over decades of commitment to our shared values of peace, security and prosperity. The depth of the US and the UK partnership will only grow as together we face the increasingly complex, high-end threats of today and tomorrow.
What are the Key Skills required for this role?
1. Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, and the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to waterflow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.
2. Knowledge of basic and specialized airfield and structural firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures; and of basic and specialized building design, construction, and occupancy.
3. Knowledge of hazardous materials emergency response procedures, equipment, identification, and mitigation actions.
4. Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; and of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders.
5. Skill in operating communications equipment.
6. Ability to maintain good working relations; to communicate orally and in writing; to lift and carry heavy loads; and to apply emergency first aid techniques; and to conduct complete HAZMAT incident analysis.
What are the conditions of employment for this role?
1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.
2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.
3. You will be required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
4. Overtime may be required, and you may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.
5. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
6. Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program.
7. Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
8. This position is considered operations, therefore the incumbent is entitled to receive an Operational Firefighter Pay Supplement for working an approved "as rostered" (any 5 days out of 7) shift pattern totaling 192 hours over 4 weeks, which may include weekends and bank holidays.
9. Employee may be subject to recall, the employee may be subject to random drug testing.
10. This position require3s the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
11. The employee will be subject to a preemployment physical which will include testing the ability to discern colours, contract and depth.
12. Some training may require re-certification on a regular and/or intermittent basis.
13. Subject to UK retirement rules. This is a Primary operations position; UK retirement rules apply. There is a mandatory retirement age of 60 years for firefighters hired under the Local National Direct Hire Program.
14. May be required to work in the Fire Alarm and Communications Center (FACC), and may be required to maintain certification as a Telecommunicator (Level I & II). Employee is required to be certified by the Department of Defense (DOD) Firefighter Certification System in the following: Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter I, II), HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT Operations, HAZMAT Technician, Apparatus Driver Operator – Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator – Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), Apparatus Driver Operator- Aerial (if applicable), Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply (MWS) (if applicable) - Training plans will be established and monitored by the supervisor and may specify the length of time the employee has to obtain certification(s).
NOTE: You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.
This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on
Application: id=jbExg4ct70ijX6yIGOv5tFXhpwuk9IpIthli3JNoo8hUOTNIUk5BWVJURlRHUFRJWUk 3Nk1TVFM3TyQlQCN0PWcu
Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,709.76-£55,536.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Gym membership
* Life insurance
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 774472