2 x AREA MANAGERS B / ASSISTANT DIRECTORS

Join the Leadership Team at East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service

Be a Force for Change. Lead with Purpose. Protect with Pride.

East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (ESFRS) carries out a vital role in public safety. With over 20 fire stations, over 30 fire engines, and a proud team of dedicated professionals, we serve urban hubs including the vibrant City of Brighton & Hove, rural communities, and busy seaside towns — all while tackling a wide range of emergencies to protect lives, property, and the environment.

We’re proud of what we’ve achieved — but we’re not standing still. As we face local and national challenges, and rising public expectations, we are determined to set the standard for a modern, inclusive, and forward-thinking Fire & Rescue Service.

We are now seeking two exceptional leaders to join us as Area Managers / Assistant Directors — crucial roles within our Senior Leadership Team.

About You

You are a trusted, inspirational leader with a proven track record of delivery — someone who thrives on responsibility, leads by example, and embraces a positive, inclusive culture where every individual feels confident to challenge, and be challenged, to improve what we do. You are ambitious not just for yourself, but for your team, the Service, and the communities we serve.

With considerable experience at Group Manager level or above, you can demonstrate strategic thinking, sound decision-making, and a proven ability to deliver challenging and competing workloads. You’ll also bring financial insight, operational experience, and excellent communication skills — particularly in working with councillors, partners, and representative bodies. You will be a skilled and collegiate team-worker, able to develop and drive the focus and performance of your peers.

What We’re Looking For

Substantive and competent at Group Manager level (or above)
Board-level capability with a track record of delivering organisational objectives
Assessed and qualified to Level 3 Incident Command (within the last 12 months),
Requirement to be conditioned to the Level 3 Officers rota and be the service duty officer.
We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about innovation, collaboration, and delivering our public offer. Your background may be varied, but what matters most is your ability to inspire trust, deliver results, and drive change to shape the future of ESFRS.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a Service committed to excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement, particularly in relation to the Community offer
Help shape a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing Service
Lead and influence at the highest levels

Apply Now

Please apply via our Online Recruitment Portal, Jobtrain

URL: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/esfrs/Job/JobDetail?JobId=305

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Monday 26 May 2025.

To find out more, including the full recruitment timetable and details on the operational assessment (if applicable), please refer to the Information Pack.