Quality Control jobs in United Kingdom

Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Serco is recruiting Casual Fire Fighting Instructors to join the team at Warsash Maritime Academy, assisting in the delivery of high‑quality courses to the maritime and offshore industries. The role is a zero‑hour contract, Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, with a salary of £33,248 plus benefits.

• Adhere to Warsash Maritime Academy’s (WMA) quality assurance procedures.
• Carry out instructional duties on firefighting courses organised by WMA, including practical demonstrations and exercises, ensuring that training standards meet company, national and international guidelines.
• Ensure the health, safety and welfare of staff and students in accordance with WMA Fire School safety procedures, providing immediate first aid if necessary.
• Provide support services for the Fire School, including care and maintenance of premises and equipment.
• Assess individual students or groups in accordance with relevant standards, as required.
• Take part in any required personal development activities to improve course delivery.
• Complete additional administrative or other duties agreed upon.

• Firefighting experience.
• BA Wearer.
• Good communication skills.

• Serving or retired firefighter.
• Maritime experience.
• BAI.
• Teaching qualification.
• First Aid.
• Good level of fitness.

• Training and development – access to over 1,100 internal courses, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans, 30% off at Serco‑managed leisure centres.
• Discounts – savings across around 1,000 retailers, including food, clothing, entertainment and travel.
• Employee networks – dedicated networks for support, networking and community building.
• Charity – paid volunteering day each year; option to donate to a chosen charity tax‑free through Payroll Giving Scheme.

We are a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation and will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for candidates who meet the minimum criteria.

To apply, please click the apply button on the job posting. Apply promptly as the closing date may be advanced due to high volume of applications.

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