Equipment Technician – 12 month fixed term contract

Summary of role

To assist in ensuring that the Service’s operational equipment is safe and operationally ready, by undertaking maintenance, repairs, basic adaptations and testing. Work as part of an Operational Equipment team, supporting colleagues as necessary, to ensure continuity of service and to meet customer needs and deadlines. 

Some of the things you’ll be doing

• Assist with the maintenance of test records for lifting equipment, powered tools and cutting equipment in accordance with the relevant health and safety regulations; e.g. PUWER, LOLER, and initiate appropriate tests as required 
• Test and maintain hydraulic rescue equipment and other operational equipment to the required standard. 
• Monitor central stock levels of operational equipment (including line rescue, line safety equipment, animal rescue & water rescue) and spare parts, to ensure adequate stock is maintained, and report deficiencies. Order spare parts as authorised, in liaison with suppliers and other outside organisations. 
• Maintain liaison with the Supplies & Services Unit to ensure that authorised operational equipment is procured and issued without undue delay. 
• Responsible for the purchase of new and non-stock equipment, as authorised, in liaison with the Supplies & Services Unit. 

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What we’ll need from you

What you can expect in return

• 25 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 30 days after 10 years of service 
• Local Government Pension – Defined Benefit Scheme 
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme 
• Cycle to Work scheme 
• Welfare and Wellbeing services 
• Staff Networks 
• Access to Westfield Health Supplementary Healthcare package. 
• Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts 
• Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead.  

How to apply

Once you have read the job description, please complete the application form telling us how your skills, qualifications and experience match those required for this role, please provide examples wherever you can. The information you give will assist us in our shortlisting process. 

If you experience any issues with the application or require a paper version please contact [email protected]. Late applications and any applications with no supporting statement will not be accepted. Thank you. 

With effect from July 2023 legislation was amended to enable all Fire & Rescue Services to undertake standard DBS checks for all employees.  All job roles require a standard DBS check, with certain defined roles requiring an enhanced check.  These will be renewed throughout employment. 

Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities. 

Additional reading

It is important for you to familiarise yourself with our work at Avon FRS and the framework we follow. Please see some resources below for you to read and explore:

Core Code Of Ethics – NFCC 

Our mission, vision and values – Avon Fire and Rescue Service 

Safeguarding policy – Avon Fire and Rescue Service