Post: Station Manager Promotion Process 2026 (Day Duty) – South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue
Various locations across South Yorkshire dependent on role.
Salary: In line with National Pay Scales – Station Manager – Competent B – Day Duty (£57,402 per annum). Continuation of competent pay is subject to successful completion of the SYFR Station Manager Development Programme.
At South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue, our vision is clear: to make South Yorkshire safer and stronger. This guiding principle shapes everything we do. We are driven by three core aspirations – to be a great place to work, to put people first, and to strive for excellence in all that we deliver.
Achieving these ambitions depends on having exceptional people in place. That’s why we’re seeking positive, proactive individuals to join our middle management cohort and play a key role in enhancing both our services and the working experience of our staff.
The Station Manager role at SYFR offers access to funded specialist development in areas such as Fire Investigation, Accident Investigation, and Hazardous Materials. It’s an opportunity to deepen your expertise while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. You’ll likely lead multiple teams, and your confident, exemplary leadership will be vital to success in this role.
Employee Benefits
You will be joining a passionate, professional and inclusive team and will receive a range of benefits including:
· Opportunities for further promotion and career development
· Extensive health and wellbeing support including 24/7 Employee Assistance line plus access to our in house Occupational Health Services, free gym access, cycle to work scheme etc.
· Fully funded professional development with opportunity for specialist development in areas including Fire Investigation, Accident Investigation and Hazardous Materials.
· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay schemes, as well as a range of family friendly policies to help manage your home and work life balance.
· Support if required from the Firefighters Charity
If this sounds like the next step in your journey, we welcome your application as outlined below.
Eligibility Criteria
· Applicants must be substantive and competent Watch Managers in a UK Fire and Rescue Service and meet the specified operational, incident command, qualification and experience requirements for progression to Station Manager.
· Be substantive and competent in the Watch Manager role having completed in full your required development
· You will hold an IFE Level 4 Certificate – Unit 3: Fire Service Operations and Incident Command
· You will hold a Level 3 Assessor Qualification or be willing to achieve this qualification within 12 months. (Please note that this will be a requirement of continued employment).
Applicants should submit their completed application form and supporting statement to recruitment@syfire.gov.uk by Monday 9th November 2026 at 08:00.
Assessment Process:
Stage 1 – Operational Assessment – During week commencing 16th November 2026 – SYFR Training and Development Centre, Beaver Hill Rd, Sheffield S13 9QA
The Operational Assessment is a Level 2 assessment based around the Effective Command Behavioural Framework (Katherine Lamb) and linked to the Skills for Justice Framework. The outcome of the operational assessment will be either a ‘pass’ or ‘fail’. Those unsuccessful will not be eligible to progress to the next stages of the process.
Stage 2 – Leadership & Management Interview and Presentation – Training & Development Centre (TDC), Handsworth, Sheffield S13 9QA
This assessment will be in the form of an interview based around the NFCC Leadership Framework, specifically the Fire Standards in Leadership. You will also deliver a 10 minute presentation, the topic will be issued in advance to anyone invited to this stage of this process.
Application closing date: Monday 9th November 2026 at 08:00
Stage 1: Operational Assessment: During week commencing 16th November 2026 – SYFR Training and Development Centre, Beaver Hill Rd, Sheffield S13 9QA
Stage 2: Leadership & Management Interview & Presentation: During week commencing 30th November– SYFR Training and Development Centre, Beaver Hill Rd, Sheffield S13 9QA
If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process or if you require any document in larger print / alternative font or colour, please contact us at od@syfire.gov.uk.
We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
Please note that any final offer of appointment is subject to confirmation of competence and training records from your current service and an endorsement reference from your current Line Manager will be requested. In addition, applicants must not have any live disciplinary sanctions or formal performance plans. References will be sought prior to final offer.
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.