Birmingham Airport
Fire and Rescue Training Manager
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Fire and Rescue Training Manager
The Fire and Rescue Training Manager will oversee the CAP 699 BHX Fire & Rescue Maintenance of Competence (MOC) training programme and support the wider Birmingham Airport Learning & Development framework. Based at the Fire Station, this role also provides operational cover to enable supervisory and management teams to undertake developmental training, including short‑notice cover when required.
Key Responsibilities Provide operational cover to release personnel for developmental training across RFFS and wider business needs. Deliver contingency operational shift cover (days/nights) for Watch and Station Manager roles when required. Oversee the CAP 699 MOC training programme to ensure full regulatory compliance. Conduct MOC training audits and maintain accurate training documentation. Develop and maintain lesson plans, presentations, and risk assessments. Deliver and assess whole‑crew training scenarios, including theoretical and desktop exercises.
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Additional Duties Drive continuous improvement of the BHX Fire & Rescue MOC programme in line with CAA regulatory changes and industry best practice. Support multi‑agency emergency planning exercises, including Category 1 interoperability training. Liaise with CAA inspectors during annual audits. Maintain competency to CAA RFFS Supervisor level. Oversee serviceability and maintenance of all RFFS training resources. Undertake departmental projects as required. Perform other duties aligned with business needs as directed.
Experience & Skills Required Ability to work flexibly and provide short‑notice cover. Previous experience at CAA Firefighter level. Ability to work in challenging environments including heat, smoke, darkness, confined spaces, and at height. Strong decision‑making skills under pressure during emergency situations. Mechanical aptitude and ability to work unsupervised. High level of physical fitness suitable for aerobic and anaerobic tasks.
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Qualifications & Certifications (Required) CAA Supervisor Certificate Airside Driver Permits (Airside, Manoeuvring Area, Runway operations) First Aid at Work Level 3 in Education and Training Level 3 Assessor Certificate Eyesight meeting LGV (Group 2) and NFCC standards, including normal colour vision (Ishihara compliant) GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
Developmental / Required Qualifications JESIP Commanders Course NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety
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