Group Managers

Our Service is much more than a fire and rescue service. Not only are we committed to keeping the communities we serve safe by responding quickly and professionally, but it is also our vision to invest in future generations by improving well-being, supporting businesses and operating as a well-respected and trusted Service. We are currently seeking Group Managers to support us in delivering our vision.

To be a successful Group Manager you will be a competent Station Manager with experience of providing leadership, command and support of fire operations, and have good knowledge of the national, regional and local legal and operating environment of fire and rescue services. You will be able to demonstrate your ability in managing, motivating and developing teams, including applying performance management techniques to ensure high quality service delivery and continuous improvement.

Group Managers support the Service in delivering national fire service strategy and initiatives as well as translating relevant legislation into effective working practices and procedures. Successful postholders will be expected to understand the importance of effective change management in a complex and ever-changing environment and implement change with a values-based approach.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong and inclusive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, are essential.

The postholders will perform operational command at Strategic Command level 2 and attend other emergency operational incidents as required.