Station Manager (Operational)

We are seeking exceptional individuals to take on the role of Station Manager, responsible for leading operational performance, developing teams, and ensuring the effective delivery of services.

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue (LFR) are now taking applications to enter into the Station Manager Selection Process. LFR is committed to supporting the development and progression of all staff and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to performance and promotion.

At Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and ideas drives innovation and strengthens our ability to work together for safer communities. We welcome and encourage applications from sections of the community that are currently underrepresented at LFR. 

The Selection Process is due to run over W/C 25th August & 1st September.

The process will be as follows:

• Process Advertisement
• Application
• Sifting process
• Selection process

Eligibility Criteria

• In date Incident Command Level 1 qualification or equivalent is essential (Incident Command Level 2 will then be undertaken once in role). Incident Command Level 2 is desirable.  
• Substantive and fully competent Wholetime Watch or Station Manager
• No active or pending disciplinary action/live sanctions
• No current or pending capability plans including documented informal management action outside the formal meetings covered in LCC policy
• In date Fitness Test – a predicted VO2 Max of no less than 36.8mls/02/kg/min is the minimum required.
• IFE Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management (old L4C Unit 5)or ILM Level 4 Leadership and Management, or equivalent
• IFE Level 4 Certificate in Fire Service Operations and Incident Command (old L4C Unit 3)

Application

Applicants are required to clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria outlined in the Station Manager Person Specification, which is available in the attachments to this advert.

Please use the Personal Statement section to provide specific, evidence-based examples of your experience, skills, and achievements that align with the person specification.

Your statement should be no more than 2,000 words in total.