You will be part of our Technical Services Team reporting to our Technical Services Workshop Manage r , working together to ensure the effective day to day running of the Technical Services Workshop . You mu st have a full driving licence as you will be required to attend other sites within Essex County Fire and Rescue Service as necessary . This role is based in our Technical Services Workshop and due to the nature of the role does not support remote working.
Please Note: this role is currently based at our Lexden site.
The main duties of the role will include (but not limited to)
To assist the Technical Services Workshop Manager with day-to-day work within the Technical Services Workshop, to support Breathing Apparatus related operational capabilities of the ECFRS.
To assist the Technical Services Workshop Manager with investigations of circumstances leading to critical equipment failures by interrogating information and reporting on equipment failure for managers, Health & Safety department and the HSE under RIDDOR Regulations.
To undertake repair, service, testing and maintenance to the appropriate BS-EN Standard of life dependant and lifesaving equipment such as Breathing Apparatus sets, Gas Tight Su it, High Pressure Rescue Air Bags and Gas Monitors.
To carry out face fit testing (Qualitative and Quantitative) to HSE OC 282/28 fit testing of respiratory protective face pieces to all new and existing operational and support personnel.
To deal with all enquiries regarding BA and associated equipment, then taking appropriate actions as required . These could include Managers, Stakeholders and other Fire Service Departments . This also may include County Council Directorates, External Contractors, External Clients or Suppliers.
Positively contribute to a safe work environment ensuring compliance with Health and Safety, Risk Management, Business Continuity and Safeguarding policy and procedure. Protect all personal information in adherence with the Data Protection Act 2018.
What Are We Looking For?
You will have a friendly personality who is keen to work for a busy team playing a pivotal role within Essex County Fire & Rescue Service . We pride ourselves on working closely together to achieve the best outcomes .
You will need to be efficient with time management ensuring that servicing of critical equipment is carried out within appropriate time frames. Ideally applicants will have a n understanding of Breathing Apparatus and compressed air systems.
You will have a Level 2/ 3 standard of education (e.g. GCSE or A level) or equivalent experience . You will have experience of working independently with good analytical skill, analysing and interpreting information to develop solutions and solve problems .
The successful candidate will be required to undertake any specific training required to carry out the role.
Assessment and Selection
Application and shortlisting (assessment will be made against the essential criter ia of the person specification)
We are an equal opportunity, Disability Confident, employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a work environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all our potential colleagues.
Our employee forums and partners include:
Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men’s Forum, and our Women’s Forum. In addition, we also have a female firefighter’s operational group.
Further to the above, the Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.
Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact equalitydiversity@essex-fire.gov.uk
You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require , at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk
Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees.
Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service. You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults. The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying. We are an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process. All applications will be considered solely on merit.
This role may be subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Technical Services Workshop Technician in Colchester employer: Essex Fire
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With a strong commitment to teamwork and community service, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters growth through training and development opportunities. Located in Essex, this role offers the unique advantage of contributing to public safety while working alongside dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment.
