A position of Fire fighter/Lifeboat Operator has become available with the Ascension Island Government Fire & Sea Rescue Service. The post is offered as single or accompanied status. A competitive salary will be paid. The successful candidate will also receive: an appropriate Ascension allowance, an on-call allowance, rent free accommodation, utility allowances, mid-tour passage/flight, a gratuity on completion of 2 year contract, free medical and primary dental treatment and generous baggage allowances.

Principal duties of the post include:

• Fire fighting and Sea Rescue
• Assisting with training of AIG personnel and other organisations in fire safety
• Maintaining Fire & Sea Rescue equipment and appliances
• Undergoing continuous training in fire fighting and sea rescue operations
• Carrying a call-out pager and attending call-outs as and when required

The successful candidate will be:

• A qualified fire fighter with a minimum of two years experience
• Able to swim
• Able to carry out Fire Service related tasks unsupervised
• Work well as part of a team
• In possession of a clean valid driving licence that includes class J4
• Qualified in the use of Breathing Apparatus
• Knowledgeable about fire fighting and sea rescue equipment
• Computer literate

Lifeboat Operator training will be provided if necessary.

Application forms, including a Job Description, are available from the Administrators Office or alternatively contact: Nicola.dillon@ascension.gov.ac

Applications should be sent to the Senior Fire & Sea Rescue Officer at the Fire Station Georgetown: Email: billy.minto@ascension.gov.ac

Tel Contact: (247) 6361

Closing date for applications: Monday 2^nd July 2012

Fire & Sea Rescue Service

Georgetown