Firefighter Ground Crew
We're looking for a new heliport ground and fire crew member, helping handle our scheduled helicopter passenger service into Tresco Heliport.
Department: Tresco Heliport
Reporting to: Heliport Manager
Salary: To be discussed at interview dependant on experience.
Hours: Full-time and flexible
Contract Length: Permanent
Start date: November 2024
Duties Include
- As part of the team, handling the scheduled helicopter passenger service between Penzance and Tresco/Isles of Scilly
- Carrying out day to day maintenance of the aerodrome, heliport building & fire appliances
- Checking in passengers
- Loading and unloading luggage
- Assisting with aircraft handling and supporting passenger transport on island
Our Ideal Candidate
- Fully competent firefighter trained to standards in line with CAA Category H2 airfield (training can be provided -covered by a two-year commitment to the role)
- Good communication, customer service and interpersonal skills
- Enjoy working as part of an effective team
- Full clean driving licence is essential
- Competent in driving large vehicles such as fire appliances and 12-seat electric buses
- Previous fire service or Aerodrome Safety Management Systems experience is desirable
- Qualified First aider
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance
- Happy to work in a flexible environment, responding to changes and delays due to weather and other factors
Working & Living Here
Tresco Island Limited is a family-run business on the Isles of Scilly, 28 miles from the Cornish coast, comprising Tresco Island and Hell Bay Hotel. Tresco Island comprises timeshare and rental cottages, two restaurants, an inn, a world-famous garden, a gallery, a leisure spa, a shop and a working farm.
Hell Bay Hotel on Bryher is an award-winning boutique hotel with 25 suites, a 3 AA Rosette restaurant, Crab Shack, a therapy shed, a yoga studio and an outdoor pool.
We offer excellent pay rates, provide all staff with accommodation and pay for your travel from Penzance at the beginning of your contract period. All of our staff are paid at National Living Wage or above. We know a good team member when we see them, and there are regular opportunities for progression within our business.
Besides getting to work on a beautiful island with the beach on your doorstep, you’ll also receive extensive benefits. These include a 20% discount in our shop and restaurants, complimentary boat tickets, free use of camping equipment to explore the islands, and preferential rates in our holiday accommodation so friends and family can come and visit.
