Crew Manager
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

About the role

Here at Babcock International we're looking to recruit a Crew Manager to supervise and ensure the provision of Airfield Rescue & Firefighting (ARFF) cover for airfield operations under the guidelines of Defence Fire & Rescue (DFR), Babcock and Fire Section orders and instructions.

You will respond to any form of emergency or incident involving Company or visiting aircraft, either actual or practice, and to carry out other tasks or duties as allocated by Line or Site Management as required to meet or exceed customer expectations and LAFT2 contractual needs at all times.

Alongside this, you will support all aspects of contract compliance and assume responsibility for the Fire Section performance outputs in the absence of the Watch Manager and deputise for the WM to deliver compliance, business and continuity to the customer whilst liaising to maintain Crash Categories and undertake airfield support tasks as detailed by the ATC.

Main responsibilities include:

• Supervise the fire crew in responding to any incident as directed by ATC and safely operate in role iaw the DFR Incident Command System as Crew Commander.
• To ensure all firefighters are SQEP and current in all required competencies at all times.
• To drive and operate fire vehicles, support vehicles and all related support equipment
• To assist in the handling of casualties and administer first-aid.
• Maintain personal training records as required.
• Hold an ASIMS account and maintaining an active part in the Station Flight Safety system
  

What do I need to do the role?

You must hold:

• A Defence Fire and Rescue approved Crew Manager Incident Management qualification
• A current Defence Fire & Rescue approved Operational Breathing Apparatus Wearers Cert
• A CFBT Level 4 Cert
• An LGV C Class 2 driving licence with current DFR Emergency Response Driving Certificate

What else do I need to know?

• All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be subject to satisfactory security clearance which includes 3 years reference checks. Verification of any qualifications/passport/licences must be shown at interview stage.
  

About Babcock International

For more than a century, Babcock the Aerospace and Defence Company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure, and specialist training.

Armed Forces Covenant

We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and the United Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to 2 week's special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please click here.

Application Guidance

If you are currently employed by Babcock/Cavendish Nuclear please let your line manager know that you're applying for this vacancy. You should also let them know if you are attending an interview or assessment for a role.

Please note that you will not be able to access the vacancy details after the closing date so you may wish to keep a copy of this advert and any supporting documents for your records.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know and will respond in a way that best fits your specific needs.

Closing date: 31 /07/2019

Job Reference: 26129