Wholetime Transfer Opportunities
Firefighters, Crew Commanders, Watch Commanders & Station Commanders
Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is a dynamic and forward looking organisation seeking expressions of interest from substantive and competent Firefighters, Crew Commanders, Watch Commanders, Station Commanders and Fire Control Operators who are interested in transfer opportunities to equivalent roles in Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service.
This opportunity is open to personnel wishing to transfer as fully competent firefighters and fire control operators from:
- Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue OC duty system wishing to transfer to Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue WDS Duty System
- Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) WDS
- Local Authority OC FRS wishing to transfer to HFRS OC Duty System
- Ministry of Defence FRS
- UK fire control organisations, including those that fall under a local authority FRS.
If you are seeking a change and want to play a crucial role in making the communities of Hertfordshire safer, we want to hear from you.
Selection Process:
To view the Job Outlines, please follow the appropriate document link at the bottom of this page.
Following receipt and review of interest received, we expect to be able to provide further information to interested parties as soon as possible and certainly within the next three months.
Application & Initial Training:
Successful candidates will be required to pass a relevant operational gateway process and complete an Individual Development Plan.
General Information:
These posts are subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; therefore, successful candidates will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check.
Please be advised that travel/relocation costs will not be supported.
How to Apply: As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), including any training/qualifications. Please ensure you answer the application questions accurately.
Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. We are particularly interested to hear from underrepresented groups.
Driving Roles: As part of this role, you will be required to travel to other HCC Sites/Residences either using your own mode of transport or a company car. In light of this, the ability to drive and/or travel around the County is required for this role a DVLA check will be required on appointment.
Overseas Applications: We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
English Fluency: The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.
Disability Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.