About the role
We are looking for an experienced business administrator to work within our Technical and Fleet Services team. This is a part time position of either two or three days a week as per your desire. The role offers flexible working which allows for you to create a better work life balance. Your work base will be at CFRS Headquarters in Penrith with opportunities to work from home. You will also have the opportunity to join the local government pension scheme.
We are looking for someone who is highly motivated and can keep up with a fast-paced work environment. Our ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, customer service skills and the ability to use a variety of Microsoft packages effectively including MS Teams, outlook, word and excel.
Within this role you will be expected to undertake many tasks on a daily basis, some of these tasks will include:
– Provide effective and efficient administrative support.
– Communicate effectively across various channels including face-to-face, telephone, mail, and electronic media.
– Maintain data integrity and ensure information is managed in a secure way.
– Liaise with personnel and stakeholders ensuring a professional approach to queries.
The Infrastructure and Fleet Department support risk critical elements of Service Delivery, including asset management and distribution of both operational equipment, vehicle and PPE.
Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service is an inclusive employer that is professional, community focussed, and strives to make Cumbria a Safer Place for all.
*Adjustments – we strongly encourage any candidate who needs adjustments to make us aware as soon as possible, either using the section on the application form or by contacting the Resourcing Team directly (email below). We will have a confidential discussion with you and we take the approach of ‘you tell us what you require, and we will do our best to facilitate’. Where we are unable to make the adjustment, we will share this asap.
*Guaranteed Interview scheme – CFRS has a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for those whose most recent employer is the Armed Forces, for Care Leavers, and for Disabled Candidates. The scheme is linked below and there is a specific section of our application form where you can mark if you consider yourself eligible. We encourage candidates to let us know so we can provide the best support and access throughout the process. Eligible applicants must meet all of the essential criteria for the role and submit a fully completed application.
Resourcing Team email: Recruitment@cumbriafire.gov.uk
**This role will require a Standard DBS check**