Ascension : Fulltime Firefighter/Lifeboat Operator
Submitted by The Islander (Ascension Island Government) 21.05.2009 (Article Archived on 28.05.2009)
The above position is currently available with the Fire & Sea Rescue Service of the Ascension Island Government
The above position is currently available with the Fire & Sea Rescue Service of the Ascension Island Government
 
Principal duties of the post include:
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Fire fighting and sea rescue
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Assisting with training of AIG personnel and other organisations in fire safety
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Maintaining Fire & Sea Rescue equipment and appliances
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Undergoing continuous training in fire fighting and sea rescue
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Carrying a call out pager and attending call-outs.
The post is offered as single status for two years. Salary—Grade 3 (£5,887—£9,338 per annum) and will depend upon qualifications and experience. A single allowance of £2,728 per annum will also be paid. Accommodation will be provided.
The successful candidate will be:
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A qualified fire fighter with a minimum of two years experience
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Able to swim
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Able to carry out Fire Service related tasks unsupervised
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In possession of a clean valid driving licence that includes class J4
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Qualified in the use of breathing apparatus
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Knowledgeable about fire fighting and sea rescue equipment
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Computer literate.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THE POST PLEASE CONTACT BILLY MINTO, SENIOR FIRE OFFICER,
ON TEL: 247 6361
Application forms, including a Job Description, are available from the Administrator’s Office or contact:sandra.benjamin@ascension.gov.ac
Applications should be sent to the Human Resources Manager at the main Administration Building in Georgetown. Email:alan.nicholls@ascension.gov.ac
Tel Contact: (247) 7000 ext 131 or 150
Closing date for applications
29 May 09
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