Overview
Firefighter – Joint Fire Control Opportunities – Surrey Fire & Rescue Service. Join Our Team: Fire Control Room Operator – Salfords, Surrey. Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is building a talent pool for future vacancies in our Joint Fire Control Room, supporting emergency response across Surrey, West Sussex, and East Sussex. Successful candidates will be considered for the apprentice course starting January 2026.
Salary & Benefits
Key Responsibilities
* Answer and manage emergency calls
* Record and action information accurately
* Support incident coordination
* Carry out emergency and non-emergency tasks
What We’re Looking For
* Ability to work under pressure
* Flexible, positive, and proactive attitude
* Strong team and independent working skills
* Commitment to learning and development
* Accurate typing (min. 30 wpm)
* Quick and effective information processing
Essential Qualifications
About Us
About Us
Surrey, East Sussex, and West Sussex Fire Services protect over 2.5 million people across 2,100 square miles. Surrey Fire & Rescue Service employs nearly 700 staff, united by our vision: With you, making Surrey safer.
We value:
* Community service
* Flexibility and innovation
* Diversity and inclusion
* Collaboration and continuous improvement
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
Core Code of Ethics
* Putting communities first
* Integrity
* Dignity & Respect
* Leadership
* Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Recruitment Process
1. Stage 1: Submit application via recruitment portal; Upload qualification evidence
2. Stage 2: Assessment centre (week commencing 17 Nov): Typing test & group discussion
3. Stage 3: Behavioural interview (week commencing 24 Nov)
Training Start Date: Monday 12 January 2026
Location
* Broadcast House, Woodhatch Place, Cockshot Hill, Reigate RH2 8EF
* Interviews held at Joint Fire Control, Salfords
Contact Us
Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is a Disability Confident Employer. We offer guaranteed interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
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