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Entry Requirements

Fire Control Operator Personal Profile

Essential Criteria
Education and QualificationsHow Measured
GCSE 'O' level passes or CSE Grade 1 passes including English Language or English Literature, or GNVQ intermediate Level in Business Administration or NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration.
Minimum 35 words per minute typing.
Application Form/Certificates
ExperienceHow Measured
Previous experience of working calmly under pressureReferences/Tests
Knowledge and SkillsHow Measured
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Retentive memory.
Application Form
Interview
References
Tests
Personal QualitiesHow Measured
Capable and common sense attitude.
Must be able to respond promptly to recall situations during working hours.
Able to take orders and discipline within a uniformed service.
Committment to teamwork and flexibility.
Interview
References

Desirable Criteria
Education and QualificationsHow Measured
Customer Care Certificare
IT Qualifications
Application Form/Certificates
ExperienceHow Measured
Previous experience in audio typing.
Data input experience.
Experience with two way frequency schemes.
Experience of working with the public and working within a disciplined service.
References/Tests
Knowledge and SkillsHow Measured
Topographical knowledge of County Durham and Darlington.
Telephone skills.
Computer skills.
Application Form
Interview

Additional Information
  • Good attendence and health record.
  • Must be prepared to work shifts including nights, weekends and public holidays.




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