Firefighter in Warton

Job Title: Firefighter

Location: Warton, On site

Shift Pattern: 3 day shifts (07:00AM-20:00PM) on a rota over 8 weeks (no nights)

(13hr day shift + requirement to work Overtime)

Salary: £40,109 + 24% Shift Allowance – after Training

Referral Scheme: £1000

Grade: C

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description:

As a Firefighter, you will provide rescue and firefighting support across Warton Aerodrome, supporting both civil and military aircraft operations. You will respond to aircraft incidents, building emergencies, and medical situations, helping to protect colleagues and the wider site community. Working as part of the Rescue Fire Fighting Service, you will maintain operational readiness through regular training, equipment checks, and assessments while delivering a professional emergency response service.

Core duties:

• Respond to aircraft incidents, building emergencies, medical emergencies, and other situations across the licensed aerodrome area
• Complete routine station duties, inspections, and operational checks of rescue and firefighting equipment, ensuring readiness when required
• Participate in mandatory training, exercises, and competency assessments to maintain the knowledge and skills required for this position
• Maintain required levels of operational fitness, training, and professional competence in line with Fire Service requirements
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other teams across Warton Aerodrome to provide an effective and professional emergency response service

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrable experience and capability as a Firefighter within a Local Authority, aviation, military, or similar operational firefighting environment
• Current recognised Firefighter qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 Operational Firefighter, CAP 699/Civil Aviation Authority certification, MOD equivalent, or comparable recognised qualification
• Recognised Breathing Apparatus Wearer qualification and a current First Aid certificate or equivalent
• Full UK driving licence, with an LGV Category C licence or willingness and ability to achieve this once in role
• GCSEs or equivalent in English, Maths, and Science, alongside the required physical fitness to successfully complete a Fire Service medical

The Rescue Fire Fighting Service (RFFS) Team:

The RFFS supports civil and military aircraft operations across Warton Aerodrome. The team provides operational emergency response across the site, with regular training and development opportunities and a recognised rank structure supporting future career progression.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 12th October 2026

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