Job Description
Job summaryThe Ministry of Defence employs over 50,000 Civil Servants. Within that, the Army Top Level Budget (TLB) employs around 7,000 MOD Civil Servants located at over 300 locations. Ours is a diverse workforce, with roles ranging from trainers, human resources, teachers, and psychologists to storekeepers, financiers, project and programme managers, and policy secretariat staff. There are many different functions and professions delivering key outputs for the Army. As such using data to aid understanding of our workforce is vital.Catterick Garrison is a major Army Garrison and Military Town 3 miles (5 km) south of Richmond, North Yorkshire and is the largest British Army Garrison in the world, with a population of around 13,000+ people and covering over 2,400 acres (about 10 km2). It provides a range of services to over 20 British Army Regiments/Units who are stationed there.This position is advertised at 37 hours per weekJob descriptionAn exciting position for a Garrison Fire Safety Maintainer has opened within Headquarters Catterick Garrison. As part of a hard-working, motivated, and enthusiastic team, you will have an excellent opportunity to work alongside civilian and military colleagues providing crucial health and safety related support to a large number military and civilian staff as well as to many Army Units.As the Garrison Fire Safety Maintainer, you will be making a significant contribution to the Health and Safety of Service Personnel across the Catterick Garrison Area of Responsibility.�You will be responsible to the Garrison Sergeant Major for the management and maintenance of Fire safety equipment within Headquarters Catterick Garrison (HQCG) Area of Responsibility (AoR).One of the vital activities within this role is to carry out annual fire extinguisher maintenance within HQCG AoR and the maintenance of Fire safety databases including Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) and tracking of FRA recommendations.Fire Extinguishers inspection within HQCG infrastructure in line with Fire Safety Policy and advising customers of any issues accordingly is a critical role of this post, as is advising the Garrison Unit Fire Safety Manager (UFSM) 6 months in advance of FRAs expiring.Managing fire equipment in line with policy and procedures is a key role across the AoR and assisting Building Fire Focal Points with any matters related to Fire Safety. It is therefore important that Building Fire Focal Points are made aware of any changes to Fire Policy as advised by the Garrison Sergeant Major (GSM) and/or Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant (RQMS).You will monitor HQCG infrastructure Fire diaries and report back to the UFSM and assisting the GSM, and other related staff, with the maintenance and management of fire related issues on all Garrison infrastructure.�Person specificationWe seek an individual who is highly motivated, organized, and capable of working both collaboratively and independently.Desirable Qualifications:- Experience in fire safety and managing fire safety equipment.- Possession of a UK Driving Licence is advantageous.�Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective DecisionsWorking TogetherManaging a Quality ServiceWe only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:Making Effective DecisionsBenefitsAlongside your salary of �21,610, Ministry of Defence contributes �6,260 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. The Army prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance.Other benefits for Army civil servants include:�25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years� serviceHighly competitive pension schemePersonal and professional development of skillsAlternative working patterns for many rolesAccess to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a free service that assists you with achieving a productive, healthy environment that is conducive to a healthy lifestyle.Enhanced parental and adoption leave6 days special leave per year which can be used for volunteering activitiesLearning and DevelopmentWe believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking a modern apprenticeship as part of your role.A modern apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through the schemes available you will gain a professional qualification, practical experience, and the broader skills required to develop in your current role and pave the way for your future career.There are local benefits available to our site such as access to the gym, dining facilities, and free parking.The post does not offer relocation expenses.External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. 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