Senior FRS Lead Instructor

Role purpose

Training leadership

• Lead delivery of FRS courses and oversee Associate Instructors and Instructors in accordance with QMS procedures and regulatory standards.
• Manage fire and rescue staff training and competency across contracts and maintain internationally accredited training and licensing standards.
• Lead site visits to assess training capability and conduct and manage risk assessments.
• Lead aviation training and deliver incident command training to senior and executive client management.
• Assess students, develop course content, and provide follow-up reports and action plans.
• Maintain equipment, improve learning through innovative delivery methods, and give feedback on performance and safety.

Service and business duties

• Manage the relationship with the International Fire Training Centre and maintain compliance with regulations and authority directives.
• Support development and management of the Fire Rescue training portfolio, commercial training opportunities, bids and client relationships.
• Participate in staff appraisals and professional development, and report shortfalls and non-conformities promptly.
• Represent Serco at industry events and maintain the health and fitness required for the role.

Experience and qualifications

• At least 15 years of fire and rescue service experience, with at least 2 years as Chief Fire Officer, Head of Fire Service or equivalent post-holder rank at a Category 8–10 airport.
• At least 5 years of instructor experience at a recognized Fire and Rescue training centre.
• GCAA approval to deliver accredited training and an ICS Level 2 Incident Command qualification recognized by IFTC ME.
• Teaching and Assessing Level 3 (TQUK), Internal QA Level 4, BAI, CFBTI, HGV driving licence and first aid qualification.
• Technical understanding of fire and rescue techniques, including NOGBA and Fire Service Manual Volume 4.
• Fluent spoken and written English; MS Word and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Current or obtainable Class I Aviation Medical Certificate.

Locations

• The role involves managing training across various locations and leading site visits.