Our recruitment process
Our recruitment process seeks to attract talented people who share the same core values as the FPA. We aim to provide a seamless process for future employees looking to join the business whilst building strong relationships from our initial meeting. We are committed to fostering diversity, equality, and inclusion (EDI) throughout our recruitment efforts, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates.
1. Application
Once a role is available, we ask that candidates send a copy of their CV and a covering letter outlining their suitability for the position to our HR Manager, Victoria New: vnew@thefpa.co.uk.
2. Screening and pre-selection
Applications are screened and candidates who fulfil the requirements of the role are short-listed and contacted to arrange an interview either in person or online.
3. Interview
Short-listed candidates will undergo a face-to-face interview conducted by the hiring manager to assess their suitability for the role.
4. Role related tasks
Where applicable, any role-related tasks will be assigned to establish if the candidate’s level of skill meets the requirements of the position. For example, candidates may be asked to deliver a presentation or complete a written exercise.
5. References
References will be requested to ensure suitability for the role.
6. Decision
The hiring manager along with a recruitment panel will consider who best fits the role requirements and make a decision.
7. Offer and contract
The successful candidate will receive a formal job offer and if accepted, will be asked to sign a contract of employment.
Our onboarding process
Our onboarding process is designed to give all new employees the tools, knowledge and confidence to begin their new role at the FPA. Role-specific training is provided where required and employees are encouraged to gain an understanding of each department whilst connecting with colleagues from across the business through an induction programme.
Your first week
- Meet your team
- IT set-up and review
- Tour of the Fire Service College facilities and leisure centre
- Fire Service College site induction
- Issued with our passkey and ID
- HR induction
- Health and Safety induction
- Meet with each head of department
- Complete any required online training
- Display screen equipment requirements
Your first month
- Assigning of initial tasks
- Review IT functionality
- Set short and long-term goals
- Assess the need for weekly or bi-weekly meetings
- HR check in
- Tour of the Fire Testing Laboratory and the rigs
- Quality induction
Your first three months
- Monthly review with your line manager
- Review of short and long-term goals
- Ask any questions and provide feedback
- Manual handling training
- Fire warden training