Casual HGV Driver
Core
Operate fire engines and emergency response vehicles to support UK Fire Services during major incidents, industrial actions, and adverse weather events.
Role type
Fire Appliance Driver (Fire Resilience Crew)
Builds
Emergency response capabilities for UK Fire Services
Domain
Public Safety / Emergency Response / Logistics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cat C driving license, emergency response driving, hydraulic cutting equipment operation, ladder climbing, hose running, hydrant operation, pump operation, first aid, physical stamina, risk assessment
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Fire engines, hydraulic cutting equipment, PPE
Responsibilities
Conduct daily inspections and maintenance checks on fire engines and equipment, mobilize quickly to designated emergency locations, perform tasks typically handled by professional firefighters, participate in ongoing training and scenario-based exercises, adhere to safety protocols
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC