We are excited to be hiring a Fire Ground and Face Fit Technician to join Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. In this hands-on role, you will help ensure firefighters can train safely and effectively by supporting live fire training, maintaining specialist equipment and facilities, and carrying out face fit testing that is critical to operational readiness and firefighter safety.
Our Offer to You
26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
A generous local government salary related pension
Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About The Role
As a Fire Ground and Face Fit Technician, you will support the day-to-day delivery of Live Fire Training and Face Fit Testing for Surrey Fire and Rescue Service personnel. You will prepare training venues, PPE and equipment so that training can run safely and effectively, maintain appropriate levels of consumables, and support Live Fire Instructors during training delivery. You will also carry out Face Fit testing for Breathing Apparatus and Half Masks, maintain accurate records and produce reports using relevant computer systems. The role also includes ordering supplies, cleaning and preparing Live Fire facilities and equipment, and liaising with Property colleagues and contractors regarding maintenance of training facilities.
You will be based at Wray Park Training Centre in Reigate, although travel to other SFRS locations across Surrey will be required. The role involves some physical activity, including lifting and carrying equipment such as compressed air cylinders. A suitable level of physical fitness is therefore required and will be assessed by means of a medical questionnaire.
Key Projects and Goals (12-18 Months)
Support the reliable delivery and continuous improvement of Live Fire Training and Face Fit Testing across SFRS.
Help maintain training facilities, PPE, equipment and consumable stock so that planned training can continue safely and effectively.
Work with internal colleagues, contractors and other stakeholders to support maintenance, Health and Safety requirements and improvements to Learning and Development provision.
Where not already held, work towards IOSH Managing Safely and relevant instructor qualifications while in role.Opportunities for Impact
This role plays an important part in ensuring our operational personnel can train safely and effectively. By maintaining high standards across Live Fire facilities, equipment and Face Fit testing, you will directly support firefighter safety, operational readiness and the quality of training delivered across Surrey Fire and Rescue Service.
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills:
Experience of using and maintaining Breathing Apparatus.
Experience of Face Fit testing.
Experience of working effectively within a team, communicating clearly and demonstrating professionalism.
Knowledge of legislation relating to Health and Safety in the workplace.
Strong organisational skills, with a reliable, practical and proactive approach to work.
Confidence using technology and basic software or IT equipment. IOSH Managing Safely and relevant instructor qualifications are required for the role. If these are not currently held, you will be expected to achieve them while in post.
To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following four questions:
Please tell us about your experience of using and maintaining Breathing Apparatus and/or carrying out Face Fit testing.
Please give an example of how you have organised equipment, facilities or resources to ensure an activity could be delivered safely and effectively.
Tell us about a time when you identified a practical problem and took action to resolve it.
Please describe how you have worked with colleagues or other stakeholders to deliver a high-quality service or outcome.The job advert closes at 23:59 on 22/10/2026 with interviews planned to follow.
We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.
Local Government Reorganisation
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
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Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview.
Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs
Salary description
£34660.00 - £36943.00 per year