£46,549 – £50,568 p.a.

37 hours (Monday to Friday)

Location:      Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters, Sherwood Lodge, Arnold, Nottingham

Working within the ICT Department, this post will be responsible for management, monitoring and governance of Cyber and Information Security within Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS).  The postholder will report into the Area Manager for Strategic Support and ICT and will be required to liaise closely with the NFRS Information & Governance Officer and the Senior Information Risk Owner.

The role will ensure that the cyber and information security risks faced by NFRS are under close management through a structured Information Security Management System, processes and procedures based on the ISO/IEC 27000 series standards.

The benefits of the post include flexible working hours, a minimum of 23 days holiday, training & development and a range of other excellent benefits you would expect from a leading employer.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, being supporters and strong allies of Stonewall and a Disability Confident employer, Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, race, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

We support our people inside and out of work – offering a very competitive pension scheme, childcare saving scheme, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card which enables discounts on shopping and eating out.  To take care of your physical and mental well-being, we’ve invested in our Occupational health support, trained mental health, first aiders, an employee assistance programme and access to a gym, cafeteria and free parking.  We also have an agile working policy. Employees also have access to membership of a BUPA cash-back health scheme.

The Service supports family friendly employment policies which promotes a better work life balance and is open to requests for flexible working arrangements to include part time and job share working in line with its Flexible Working Policy.

The Service has also introduced an Agile Working Policy for office-based employees which supports a more flexible approach to the way that individuals perform their roles.

Further information and an on-line application form is available on our recruitment portal:

http://jobs.notts-fire.gov.uk

Please note that CV’s will not be accepted in place of application forms.

Closing date:             Sunday 8th October 2023

Interview date:          w/c Monday 23rd October 2023

Wholetime Firefighter (Apprenticeship)

Do you want to make a real difference to the community and embark on a career to be proud of.

You need to be driven to serve your community and provide total commitment to the role. You will work towards an operational firefighter apprenticeship over a two-year period so you’ll need to be well organised and committed to completing that qualification.

Whilst the role requires Firefighters to respond to emergency incidents, it also involves engagement with our communities through our prevention, protection and engagement work.  So along with high levels of physical fitness, practical skills and the ability to remain calm and focused in difficult circumstances, you will need the ability to communicate and engage effectively with our diverse communities and service users.

As a values-driven public service, we expect high ethical and professional standards and will expect you to commit to the National NFCC Core Code of Ethics in everything you do. We offer excellent career opportunities for those with the potential to progress into leadership positions.

This is a challenging job. It can be emotionally, mentally and physically demanding so you’ll need resilience from day one when you arrive with us for your initial training course.

Candidates should ensure that they have read our Firefighter Recruitment Fitness Guidance and Medical Guidance.

This role offers a competitive salary and pension scheme membership,  outstanding training and development opportunities, and flexible duty systems which allow for a good work-life balance.

We are proud of the support we provide to our workforce which includes on-site gyms, occupational health and fitness support, cash-back health scheme, employee assistance programme and a comprehensive benefits scheme including access to discount sites.

If you think that you have what it takes and would like to apply, then details of the eligibility criteria and the recruitment process are set out in the candidate information provided with the application form.  Please note that applications will only be accepted from residents of Nottinghamshire.

The Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to creating a diverse workforce to reflect the diversity of our community and where everyone is welcomed for the contribution they can make.  We welcome and value applications from all parts of our communities and particularly those who are currently under-represented in our workforce.

Candidates who meet the necessary criteria to apply are required to attend a recruitment day (half day). Candidates can book themselves onto a recruitment day at the following link Eventbrite

Candidates who meet the armed forces criteria and are not able to attend the recruitment day due to armed forces service commitments should contact human resources to register their interest.

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue On Call Firefighters should also contact human resources to register their interest. On call Firefighters from other Services who meet the selection criteria will be required to attend a recruitment day.

Candidates must ensure they read the Recruitment Pack which is attached to the advert. This sets out the selection criteria to apply and full details of the process.

If you have any queries during normal office hours, please contact Human Resources on 0115 8388247 or out of hours please email HumanResources@notts-fire.gov.uk

This role will be subject to a standard disclosure and barring check.

If you have the skills, personal qualities and aptitude for the role of Firefighter, and are up for the challenge, we look forward to hearing from you.

Head of Finance and Treasurer (section 151 officer)

Base: Joint Police and Fire Headquarters in Arnold

Salary  £74,068 – £81,342

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to creating safer communities.  We are seeking a Head of Finance and Treasurer to join our valued team.  Reporting directly to the Chief Fire Officer, advising the Finance Committee of the Authority, and acting as the Authority’s Section 151 Officer.  This pivotal role is an exciting and varied opportunity for an experienced finance professional to help the Service ensure long term financial sustainability whilst ensuring robust financial systems are in place to provide appropriate governance and assurance.

As a member of our Strategic Leadership Team the successful candidate will be instrumental in setting and progressing our future direction to becoming an outstanding Fire and Rescue Service.

In making this appointment we seek not only professional and technical proficiency, but an ability to support and enable delivery of our organisational values. As a key leader, the Head of Finance and Treasurer will be instrumental in forging positive relationships and influence the views and opinions of others in a constructive and inclusive way.  We are looking for forward thinking individuals who have an innate understanding of how to build successful relationships and deliver a high quality of service. Importantly, the successful applicant will demonstrate the emotional intelligence to adapt to situations and to collaborate with colleagues to make informed and effective decisions that are right for the Service.  These decisions will be balanced by sound financial and corporate governance principles.   Getting this balance right is key to the success in this role.

A successful applicant would bring;

Experience of strategic financial planning,
Sound knowledge of relevant governance standards and practice,
Treasury management,
The ability to set and implement medium- and long-term financial plans for revenue and capital
Knowledge and understanding of public sector pension scheme regulations

Applicants must have a proven track record of operating as a finance professional at a senior level, and will be CIPFA, CIMA, CCAB (or equivalent) qualified with confidence in managing a multi-million-pound budget.

This is a politically restricted role with delegated responsibilities under Section 151 and Section 114 of the Local Government Act 1972.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities’ and ‘Disability Confident employer,’ and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our management team.  We welcome applications from all parts of our communities and are particularly keen to hear from female applicants and those from under-represented groups, the process has been designed to be fair and to give everyone an opportunity to demonstrate their suitability to be our new Head of Finance and Treasurer (Section 151 Officer).

To apply: Please send your CV and cover note explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria or complete the application form linked within the candidate pack, HoFT Candidate Recruitment Pack, detailing your suitability for the role against the job description and person specification. Once completed these should be emailed to HoFT@realworldhr.co.uk.

If you have the relevant skillset and are inspired by the opportunity to be part of an organisation that is forward thinking, committed to continual improvement, and guided by a strong sense of values, then we would like to hear from you.  For an Informal discussion about this exciting role please contact the Chief Fire Officer Craig Parkin (craig.parkin@notts-fire.gov.uk).

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service have engaged RealWorldHR to handle this campaign and full details about the post are available in the Candidate Recruitment Pack available on their website.

Closing Date: 1200hrs on Monday 2nd October 2023

Candidates will be contacted as soon as possible after the closing date.

Technical panel: 12th October 2023

Stakeholder Panel: 12th October 2023

Appointments Panel: 13th October 2023

Northumberland County Council is seeking to appoint to a key leadership post within Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service.  We are looking for an exceptional leader who will provide strategic direction, leadership and management of allocated Fire & Rescue and County Council functions relating to Fire and Rescue Services and wider Directorate, particularly in relation to Training Assurance and Safety, Technical Services, partnerships and collaborative activities.

The postholder will provide professional advice to the Chief Fire Officer and Chief Executive of the County Council including colleagues, partners and members on all Fire & Rescue policy and strategy, ensuring all relevant strategic plans, policies and legislative requirements are designed, developed and implemented effectively.

Working with both local, regional and national partners, the postholder will form strong networks to maximise joint resources to apply best practice in shaping and delivering activities as well as leading on specific programmes.

You will ensure that robust and effective arrangements are in place to develop, implement and review strategic plans, policies and processes. Working closely with the Chief Fire Officer, the successful candidate will maximise the Council’s role in finding ways of delivering services which provide best value for money.

Being able to operate at a strategic level is essential as is the ability to influence and work collaboratively with partners both public and private.  With extensive experience of working in a large organisation, you may be an experienced Area Manager or Assistant Chief Fire Officer seeking to enhance your career within a beautiful county which offers both thrilling landscapes but also professional opportunities.

You will be part of the Principal Officer team working to ensure that residents within the County of Northumberland have a Fire and Rescue Service which is of the highest quality, ambitious and sustainable.

The postholder will form part of the NFRS Principal Officer rota and therefore will be required to provide a permanent base within the County of Northumberland to fulfil this commitment.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellent leadership qualities and be able to lead, delegate and empower others at a strategic level.

All details about the post including how to apply are within the Recruitment Pack, which can be found in the attached link.

We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:

-40 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays

-Being conditioned to the principal officer rota a provided vehicle will be made available

-Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands

-Staff networks – run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development, eg Apprenticeship, Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), Carers, LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing, Race Equality

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.

The successful applicant will need to satisfy the requirements of the role (including any physical capacity to undertake operational incident command requirements). Any offer of employment will be subject to passing occupational health clearance.

Alternative application format:

British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930

Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.

Salary £50,585 rising to £58,385 per annum (pay award pending)
Contractual hours 37
Basis Full time
Region Central
Package 37 Hours Per Week, Hybrid Working, Flexitime Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, Holiday allowance of 25 days plus public holidays) on joining.
Job category/type Finance
Date posted22/09/2023
Job referenceREQ000244

Job description
Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity to develop your career with a forward thinking and dynamic Service while working with a passionate, driven and dedicated team?

Make a great decision! Join #teambedsfire; a career with Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service may be the most rewarding decision you ever make.

At Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service we are continuing to develop and engage in innovative methods of working, to provide an outstanding service to our communities and service users within Bedfordshire. To achieve this, we are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our established team in achieving this goal.

About the role

You will be assisting the Head of Finance in developing accounting, budgeting, and financial advice while offering guidance and assurance in the effective management control of the authority’s medium-term financial strategy, corporate revenue budget, capital programme, and annual accounts closure process. The post reports into the Head of Finance.

Key accountabilities, duties, and responsibilities

Manage, motivate and develop the Finance team co-ordinating and planning their workload and monitoring progress to ensure that work complies with statutory regulations and organisational policies and objectives that are in place.
Contribute significantly to the Financial Planning processes, advise and recommend solutions to issues that may arise in the production of a Medium-Term Financial Plan which delivers against the objectives of the wider Service.
Lead on timely and accurate budget monitoring (revenue and capital), ensuring forecasts are received from budget managers and provide robust challenge. Produce quarterly draft financial reports to be sent to; Corporate Management Team (CMT) and Corporate Officers.
Support the Head of Finance with the development, management and production of the Fire and Rescue Authority’s year-end accounts, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, financial policies and deadlines.
Responsibility for the day to day Treasury Management activities of the organisation identifying and exploring new investment opportunities for investments (currently c.£16m) whilst adhering to the legal and statutory framework for such activities.

About you

In depth experience of closing and preparing local government accounts
Significant knowledge and experience on the statutory reporting requirements for local authorities and on the production of the statement of accounts
Ability to provide and present complex financial modelling to non-finance managers in an understandable and transparent way both orally and in writing.
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) or CCAB equivalent.  Or, you may be in your final year of studying with the expectation you will complete within 12 months.

Why work with us

We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. We offer the following benefits to support your career whilst maintaining a healthy work/ life balance. A few of our benefits include:

Hybrid working patterns
Flexi-time scheme including flexible start and finish times, variable lunch breaks and flexi-leave days
Local Government Pension Scheme
Holiday allowance of 25 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days* after 5 years’ service and 32 days after 10 years’ service (*pro rota if part time or irregular working pattern)
Subsidised catering facilities providing hot and cold meals
Paid training and development opportunities
Free access to onsite gym facilities
Free onsite parking
Instant access to ‘Lifestyle Savings’ platform includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailers
Eligible to sign up to ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street.

* Employees joining Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service who are moving from another government body, or local authority may be entitled to retain their previous service for the purpose of continuity of some contractual entitlements including holiday allowance. For further information, please contact the recruitment team via email recruitment@bedsfire.gov.uk

Next steps

If this role is of interest, please visit our website https://www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement.

The selection process will take place on Thursday 19 October 2023

For an informal discussion please contact Gavin Chambers, Assistant Chief Officer/Treasurer via email to arrange a time gavin.chambers@bedsfire.gov.uk

We are an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Salary £61,398 rising to £68,240 per annum (pay award pending)
Contractual hours 37

Region: Central
Package 37 Hours Per Week, Hybrid Working, Flexitime Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, Holiday allowance of 25 days plus public holidays) on joining.
Job category/type Finance
Date posted 22/09/2023
Job reference REQ000245

Job description
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service – an organisation with a purpose. Built on values and driven by our people.

Do you want to lead in a setting that is open to new ideas and challenges you with something new?

It’s a particularly exciting time here at the Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, we are continuing to develop and engage in innovative methods of working, to provide an outstanding service to our communities and service users within Bedfordshire. To achieve this, we are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to join our established team in achieving this goal.

About the role

The Head of Finance will lead on the preparation of our annual budgeting process, statement of accounts and all statutory reporting, ensuring the Service is producing accurate accounts in compliance within the regulations and policies.

They will also be part of the planning and preparation of the Service’s medium term financial plans along with the annual revenue and capital budgets and provide guidance to the budget managers within our service.  The post reports into the Assistant Chief Officer/Treasurer.

Key accountabilities, duties, and responsibilities

To manage the Finance Team and Procurement Manager to enable the provision of an efficient and effective financial support function to the Service and Authority, and to deputise on finance related issues for the Assistant Chief Officer/Treasurer in their absence.  This post has the role of a deputy S151 officer.

To prepare reports, briefing papers and presentations as required by the Assistant Chief Officer/Treasurer including the preparation of budget monitoring reports for presentation to the Service’s Corporate Management Team (CMT) and the Fire & Rescue Authority.

To lead in the development, management and production of the Fire and Rescue Authority’s final accounts, ensuring compliance with regulations and financial policies within an agreed timescale.

To appraise and interpret current and future financial regulations to ascertain their effect on the Service, advise on the impact, initiate any required new procedures, and provide relevant, accurate and timely professional financial advice to budget managers and staff throughout the Service.

About you

You will be an experienced accountant with team management experience and hold a clear understanding of financial and accounting principles of local authority accounts and have good demonstrable experience on the closing and preparing of local government accounts.

In addition to your knowledge, you will be confident analysing legislation and information and providing clear guidance and information to varying levels of stakeholders on all aspects of public sector accounts.

Significant knowledge and experience on the statutory reporting requirements for local authorities and on the production of the statement of accounts.

A clear understanding of the financial and accounting principles for Local Authority Accounts
Experience of closing and preparing local government accounts.

In-depth experience of managing staff

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) or CCAB equivalent

Why work with us

We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. We offer the following benefits to support your career whilst maintaining a healthy work/ life balance. A few of our benefits include:

Hybrid working patterns
Flexi-time scheme including flexible start and finish times, variable lunch breaks and flexi-leave days
Local Government Pension Scheme
Holiday allowance of 25 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days* after 5 years’ service and 32 days after 10 years’ service (*pro rota if part time or irregular working pattern)
Subsidised catering facilities providing hot and cold meals
Paid training and development opportunities
Free access to onsite gym facilities
Free onsite parking
Instant access to ‘Lifestyle Savings’ platform includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailers
Eligible to sign up to ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street.

* Employees joining Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service who are moving from another government body, or local authority may be entitled to retain their previous service for the purpose of continuity of some contractual entitlements including holiday allowance. For further information, please contact the recruitment team via email recruitment@bedsfire.gov.uk

Next steps

If this role is of interest, please visit our website https://www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement.

The selection process will take place on Tuesday 24th October 2023

For an informal discussion please contact Gavin Chambers, Assistant Chief Officer/Treasurer via email to arrange a time gavin.chambers@bedsfire.gov.uk

We are an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

£25,819 – £34,415 per annum

Permanent
42 hours per week

Southwell House, Hindlip Park, Worcester, WR3 8SP

This process is to identify competent individuals with the potential to undertake the role of Firefighter (Control), to achieve current and future organisational objectives.

The main areas of responsibilities of this role will be:

To handle incoming 999/112 and non-emergency calls, ensuring all relevant information is accurately obtained and recorded.
To provide advice and reassurance to callers requiring the assistance of the Fire Service.
To mobilise the correct resources to incidents in accordance with Fire and Rescue Service policies, procedures and instructions.
To transmit, receive and record messages accurately using digital radio and provide additional information/support as necessary.
To carry out routine equipment tests, recognising and reporting any faults.
To liaise with external agencies such as the Police and Ambulance and utilities services.
To maintain resource availability records to ensure information is accurate and up to date.

To be considered for the role, you must:

·         Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencing employment

·         Be able to live and work in the UK without any restrictions

·         Have no unspent criminal convictions

·         Hold GCSE grades A-C in Maths and English, or equivalent

·         Be fluent in spoken English

You will need to demonstrate the following attributes as part of the process:

·         Have excellent communication skills

·         Have good keyboard and ICT skills, including being able to type on a keyboard

·         Be calm and confident when working under pressure

·         Good problem solving and decision making

·         Desire to work with members of the community

·         Be a team player with the ability to work independently when required

·         Have excellent multi-tasking skills

·         Be positive in your approach and committed to learn and develop

·         Be prepared to work a shift duty system including nights, weekends and public holidays

·         Take responsibility to represent Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service at all time

This role will be subject to non-Police Personnel Vetting Level 2 (NPPV2). A full job description and person specification can be found on WMJobs. The selection process will be as follows:

Stage 1 (Application Form) – Closing date: Sunday 15th October at 11:59pm

Stage 2 (Practical Assessment): Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd November

Stage 3 (Interview): Thursday 9th and Friday 10th November

How to apply

Complete application form online at WMJobs by 15th October. Please ensure you have read the candidate guidance document before completing your application.

If you have any questions regarding the process or you are experiencing any difficulties with your application, please contact the Resourcing Team via recruitment@hwfire.org.uk before the closing date.

Awareness Sessions

To assist potential candidates, a number of awareness sessions are being held on the following occasions:

–           Wednesday 27th September 1800 hours

–           Thursday 5th October 1800 hours

These awareness sessions will be held on site at our Service Headquarters, providing applicants with the opportunity to visit our Fire Control room and the offices of the department. If you are interested in attending one of these sessions, please email recruitment@hwfire.org.uk with your preferred session and you will be given further details on how to attend. Please note, spaces on these awareness sessions are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

For further information on the role, please contact Station Commander Katie Lockyer (klockyer@hwfire.org.uk) or on 07900 053360.

The Role
Post: Fire Safety Inspecting Officer
Salary: £ 40,657 per annum
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £ 40,657- £ 46,550 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Thursday 05/10/2023 at 16:00 GMT

LFB is looking for Fire Safety Inspecting Officers to work across the whole of London in this exciting and challenging role. You will be working with Responsible Person(s) to ensure that buildings across London are safe for residents, workers and visitors. You will need to be able to apply the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 within your role. In addition, you will take on a specialist role within your team which could include being a Hospital, Enforcement, Heritage or Building Risk Review programme lead Officer. To apply for this role, you will be required to have a minimum of a Level 4 Fire Safety Certificate. Please note you will offered a position where there are vacancies. You will be provided with training for the Level 4 Fire Safety Diploma and other courses to enable you to carry out your function. You will be expected to take a proactive role in your study and complete some of the study and course work in your own time to meet assignment deadlines.

You will need to be flexible, respond positively to change and be prepared for continuous learning and professional development throughout your career. The regulations governing the fire safety aspects of buildings are frequently evolving and you will need to ensure that you keep up-to-date and maintain competence.

A reasonable level of physical fitness and mobility is necessary as you will be required to inspect the whole building and take equipment with you to carry out your role. This can also include walking around the surrounding areas of buildings as well as reviewing a building internally.

To apply for this job, you will need to:
• have a current Level 4 fire safety certificate or above;
• be good at meeting and communicating with people representing both internal and external stake holders.
• want to drive down the risk of fire in the built environment. You will need to be self-motivated, able to work independently, visiting premises on your own and able to manage your own workload.

If you are already an employee of the LFB you will need to pass your stage one development and have the approval of your line manager. Please note you will offered a position where there are vacancies..

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

Building Safety Regulator (BSR) Fire Safety Inspector

Location: Regional (North Yorkshire & Humberside)

Salary: Watch Manager B/ NYFRS Grade 11 (£38296 – £40478)

Contract: Initial 2 year Fixed Term

Job Description.docx

The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) is led by the HSE and supported by Fire & Rescue and Building control bodies nationally. The BSR is made from regional support hubs and the successful candidate will be supporting the Yorkshire and Humber region.

The role will involve supporting the “Gateway Stages” introduced by HSE for high-risk residential building compliance in both design and occupancies.

Successful candidates will report directly to the regional BSR Manager.

Candidates should ideally hold a Level 4 Diploma in fire safety in line with NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators and either be registered on the Contextualised Auditors Register (CAR) or working towards this. There is opportunity for additional training for those applicants that do not meet this essential academic qualification.

In addition to the BSR work, successful candidates will support the delivery of the fire safety plans of North Yorkshire and Humberside Fire & Rescue Service by carrying out specific fire safety visits to relevant premises and assisting with consultations from partnership agencies on all fire safety related matters, to reduce the impact of fire in the community and raise fire safety standards.

The successful candidates will also be responsible for carrying out Fire Safety Audits within relevant premises to ensure responsible persons are operating within their responsibilities under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

We are looking for individuals with good interpersonal, written and verbal skills who can also demonstrate excellent organisational and communication abilities.

Candidates must be able to work effectively with minimal supervision and work effectively as part of a team.

There will be a requirement to produce accurate written reports, which provide advice to responsible persons on how to comply with the legislation, reducing the likelihood and impact from fire to protect employees and customers.

Individuals will need to demonstrate that they are forward-thinking who promotes a positive and inclusive team environment, enabling others to maximise their full potential.

Undertake work in accordance with the common competency standards and code of ethics for fire safety regulators as outlined within the NFCC competency framework, including where necessary appropriate registration.

This role can be both Uniformed and Non- Uniformed and we are open to receive applications from both operational and non-operational candidates.

As a Business Fire Safety Inspecting Officer, you will:

Undertake inspections and audits of regulated premises and identify fire safety standards and decide on appropriate interventions or solutions.

Analyse information relating to fire safety inspections and investigations, prepare case files and undertake enforcement action in line with the services policies and procedures.

Work with agency staff, such as HSE Inspectors, Building Control Surveyors, structural engineers and Housing/ Environmental Health Officers, Building Safety Regulators.

Interpret and analyse building and planning submissions and advise regulating authorities on compliance with fire safety requirements.

Engage with local communities, sharing knowledge and advice on fire prevention and protection through local and national campaigns and initiatives.

Provide support and training to operational teams to develop fire safety awareness.

Undertake work in accordance with the common competency standards and code of ethics for fire safety regulators as outlined within the NFCC competency framework, including where necessary appropriate registration.

Show commitment to the Services values and policies, including those around Health and Safety, Equality and Inclusion, General Data Protection and Safeguarding.

To Be Successful in the role, you will:

Hold the essential qualifications:

Hold a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety in line with NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators
Be willing to work towards BTEC Diploma in Advanced Investigative Practice Level 7 or equivalent.
Be registered with or working towards registration on the Contextualised Auditors Register
Have knowledge of legislative framework and the mechanisms of enforcement of fire protection

Skills and Experience

Have knowledge and understanding of the principles of fire safety including their application, role and importance.

Be able to undertake and evaluate fire risk assessments and recognise various risk assessment methodologies.

Be able to plan, prioritise and organise work in order to achieve targets within deadlines.

Be a strong communicator, with the ability to engage with a wide audience.

Be innovative in your approach, with the ability to problem solve.

For a full outline of responsibilities and essential criteria, please review the job description attached to this advert

What can we offer you?

You will be welcomed into an organisation that is committed to ensuring everyone is treated fairly and supported equally. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences, we care about the well-being of our staff, and actively support people so they can perform to their best ability.

You will receive:

A remuneration package including enrolment into a local government pension scheme

24 days Annual Leave entitlement, increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous service

Flexible working opportunities available to accommodate Part time working or job share

Fully funded professional development in completing Level 4 fire safety qualifications to Diploma level

A supportive team environment where you can make a positive impact at work and in the community

Opportunities for career progression within Fire Safety, Fire Safety Management, or other career pathways within the organisation

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to the principles of fairness and equality and all applications will be treated in a fair and equal manner. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support submitting your application form, please contact talent&development@northyorkshire.police.uk

How to apply:

As part of assessing your application we will review your CV and skills and experience in relation to the role. It’s therefore important that you answer all the questions in the Competency and Essential Criteria section of the application form in as much detail as possible. Please consider your answers in relation to the job advert and all associated attachments.

Please send your application by 9am on the29th of September 2023

Interviews are expected to be held W/C 16th of October 2023