Professional Firefighter (HSE-FRS-2026-104-LD)

Job Description

As a firefighter at CERN, you will work 12-hour shifts with 24/7 readiness, responding to emergencies while ensuring safety through monitoring, inspections, and specialised rescue operations.

You will maintain equipment, support fire prevention efforts, and collaborate with French and Swiss emergency services, while engaging in continuous training to sustain peak operational performance.

• Functions
• Emergency response: Perform firefighting, medical emergency response, and rescue operations.
• Safety Control Room operations: Monitor and manage emergency dispatch activities.
• Technical inspections & patrols: Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance with fire regulations.
• Specialised assistance: Provide support in confined space operations, hazardous material handling, and transport missions involving special risks.
• Training & exercises: Participate in regular drills and continuous professional development in line with the Fire and Rescue Service’s training plan.
• Fire prevention & awareness: Engage in fire safety initiatives, training sessions, and collaborative safety projects.
• Equipment maintenance: Ensure the upkeep of firefighting and medical emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers and hydrants.
• Project participation: Contribute to ongoing projects within the Fire and Rescue Service.
• Administrative & operational support: Assist with necessary administrative duties and team-wide responsibilities.
• Physical training: Participate in both individual and group fitness programs.

Qualifications

You hold official diplomas and/or certifications confirming your education and training as a firefighter, issued by a public or private body acting under the delegation of public service.

Experience

• Professional experience as a firefighter in a public or company fire service.
• Experience in control room or ambulance settings is an advantage.
• Technical Competencies
• Emergency first response: Firefighting, rescue operations, and emergency medical care.
• Hazardous materials response operations.
• Teaching and training: Providing training to fellow firefighters and the general public.
• Fire safety inspections: Conducting technical assessments and compliance checks.
• Firefighting operations: Interior firefighting and fire engine operation.
• Behavioural Competencies
• Building Relationships: relating well to all people within the Organization.
• Demonstrating Flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities.
• Working in Teams: understanding when teamwork is required and sharing information.
• Demonstrating Accountability: taking responsibility for own actions and decisions.
• Managing Self: working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting.
• Language Skills

Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language. Proficiency in the second language in everyday/emergency situations is an advantage.

Eligibility and Closing Date

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible. Applications should normally reach us no later than at 23:59 CEST

• Employment Conditions
• Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Limited‑duration holders may apply for an indefinite position.
• Working Hours: 40 hours per week.
• Job Flexibility: Fully onsite.
• Requirements: Valid C driving licence; regular stand‑by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays; work in radiation areas; residence near CERN installations; shift work including nights, Sundays and official holidays; interventions in underground installations; exposure as an operational firefighter.
• Occupational health risks: Medical clearance required before contract offer is confirmed.
• Job Reference

Reference: HSE‑FRS‑2026‑104‑LD. Job grade: 2‑3. Field of work: Health, Safety and Environment. Benchmark Job Title: Firefighter.

• Global Benefits
• A competitive salary (tax free), increasing with experience.
• 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for you, spouse and children) and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on circumstances.
• A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on circumstances.
• Possibility to extend contract up to 8 years and eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.
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