Fire Control Operator (Firefighter Control)

An exciting job opportunity for individuals who are looking for a demanding and challenging role.

It is essential that you have a confident telephone manner, good keyboard skills, preferably with audio experience, together with the ability to think, communicate quickly and clearly. Ideally you will have experience of working in a team environment and be able to demonstrate the ability to respond positively to pressure by working effectively in stressful situations. You will have confident oral and written communication skills.

You will work a rotating shift pattern averaging 42 hours per week and will be required to work days, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays. The shift pattern currently is 2 x 9 hours day shifts, 2 x 15 hour night shifts followed by 4 rest days. You will primarily be based at Humberside Fire Service Headquarters though on occasions you may be required to work from other Service locations.

You will be conditioned to the ‘NJC for Local Authority Fire and Rescue Services ‘Scheme of Conditions of Service (Grey Book).

Applicants for the post must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Further information about the role can be found on our website: https://humbersidefire.gov.uk/careers/vacancies/fire-control-operator-firefighter-control-2

If you require more information regarding the role, please contact SM Graeme Dickson at gdickson@humbersidefire.gov.uk

Applicants will be shortlisted against the Job Description and Employee Specification. The process will include an Assessment Centre which is anticipated to take place on Saturday 24^th May, and an interview which is anticipated to take place W/C 9^th June.

For further information, including the job description, employee specification and application form, please see the below attachments.

All completed applications should be submitted to HR@humbersidefire.gov.uk

Closing Date: 09:00 on Wednesday 7^th May 2025.

Here at Humberside Fire and Rescue Service, our people are what make us unique and every individual who shares our values has a voice to add to our story.  We are committed to preserving our inclusive culture and promoting a sense of belonging.  We believe we grow and learn better with a diverse team of employees and, as a result, we always appoint the best applicants based on what they can bring to our organisation, drawing on the differences in who we are, how we think and what we’ve experienced.