The Role
Post: Operational Resilience Admin Assistant
Salary: £29,007.00 per annum
Grade: FRS B
Salary range: £29,007.00 – £34,215.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Monday 27th November 2023 at 16:00 GMT

As part of our Operational Resilience & Control department, we have a unique opportunity for a highly motivated Administrative Officer to join our Operational Resilience Support Team.

Reporting to the Head of Governance and National Coordination you will be working to support the administration and governance structure in OR, providing effective and efficient administrative services to senior management and producing comprehensive correspondence and meeting notes. The successful candidate must be able to liaise effectively with staff at all levels and have good interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships. The successful candidate will also have a working knowledge of internal systems such as POMS.

Your experience must include good communications skills and effective written skills. You must also have experience in organising meetings on behalf of management and liaising with relevant external and internal stakeholders when required.

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.

Post Title: Business Fire Safety Inspector (Building Safety Regulator) x 2 posts
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 7 (£32,020 – £34,723) (pending pay award)
Hours: Full Time – 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time)
Work Pattern: Mon – Fri
Location: Various locations within South Yorkshire

An opportunity has arisen within the Protection Department of South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue for a Business Fire Safety Inspector (Building Safety Regulator).

The overall purpose of the role will be to contribute to the risk reduction aims and objectives of South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue, and the discharge of its statutory fire protection duties and responsibilities by:

·         Undertaking regulatory fire safety audits, and related activities,

·         Providing fire safety advice, guidance, engagement and technical support, as well as

·         Supporting the Building Safety Regulator in carrying out their duties under the Building Safety Act within the Yorkshire and Humber Region.

To be considered for this role you must have the Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (or equivalent), or the Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety (or equivalent) and be willing to work towards the Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety.

The key duties will include:

·         Undertaking fire safety audits in buildings regulated by the Fire Safety (Regulatory Reform) Order 2005

·         Assess ‘Building Regs’ submissions for Gateway 2 projects involving code compliant designs (e.g. ADB, BS9991) and to identify designs that require assessment by a fire engineer.

·         Inspect sites during construction to advise on fire safety matters as part of the Gateway Process.

·         Inspect sites on completion of construction work to advise on satisfactory installation and commissioning of fire related systems (Gateway 3 work).

·         Inspect existing occupied buildings to advise on fire safety matters within the safety case regime.

For more information about the role contact Amy Jenkinson on 07768878588.

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk.  To apply for the post please download an application form from our website or contact recruitment@syfire.gov.uk.

Closing date for applications is 0900 hours on 18 December 2023

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays.  Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days.  We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check if applicable.

South Yorkshire Fire and 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.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

£34,834 – £36,648* per annum

*Successful applicants would normally be appointed on the bottom of the salary grade. Exceptions may apply

Headquarters, Ripley, Derbyshire

Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to providing an excellent emergency service to the communities of Derbyshire. DFRS is also committed to supporting a progressive, positive and inclusive culture that celebrates its diverse workforce, recognising the value that everyone brings as they work to ‘Make Derbyshire Safer Together’.

DFRS has an exciting new opportunity for a talented and experienced communication and engagement professional to join the Corporate Communications department.

The successful candidate must have a proven track record of using and delivering a range of communication and engagement methods so they can support the organisation in improving the way it engages with its workforce, as well as developing and delivering a range of effective campaigns that support a reduction in emergency incidents.

If you are interested in this rewarding and creative role, you’ll be working:

·         In a fast-paced environment supporting organisational change and employee engagement

·         Dealing with local and national media

·         Providing timely and accurate media updates during unfolding emergencies

·         Planning and delivering Service campaigns across social and traditional communication channels

Does this sound like you? Are you ready for a new challenge in 2024? If so, we would love to hear from you.

There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.

The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours.

In return we offer;

·         Flexible working hours

·         Family friendly policies

·         Free car parking

·         Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations

·         Employee discount scheme

·         Employee support networks

·         Ongoing training and development opportunities

·         Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme

We are committed to equality and fairness at work.  Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service’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.

Please note as this role will be based at HQ at Ripley successful applicants will need to undertake Police Security Vetting procedures at the appropriate level.

Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.

A standard disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be requested for the successful applicant. 

The closing date for completed applications is midnight 2 January 2024. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 15 January 2024.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the recruiting manager Rachel Palmer on 07900226081 or by email at rpalmer@derbys-fire.gov.uk 

If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.

We are looking for a team player with a hands-on approach to provide excellent customer service to our users. This includes the ability to train groups or individuals with varying technical skills.

As an ICT Technician you will undertake first and second line support for users with a high degree of customer service.  The duties include configuration, maintenance and monitoring of systems to mitigate against all aspects of data and cyber security. There are also projects for introducing new technologies that you will get involved in.  You must be able to work in a logical and methodical manner, particularly when problem solving and be able to learn new products independently.

The successful candidate will have a good all-round knowledge of hardware and software and be able to communicate with staff with varying ICT expertise. Previous experience of carrying out a support role and demonstrating good levels of customer service is essential and holding a professional qualification related to  Microsoft or ITIL would be an advantage.

The role includes additional payment for standby duties where you will be required to be available outside normal working hours in accordance with the Service’s standby/on-call ICT policy. Payment for standby duties will not be paid until the post holder has gained and demonstrated sufficient competence to carry out the duties.

 For a job description and to apply please visit our recruitment page

https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/employer/ea798641-f5a0-4fed-9c46-d2c0740b3a19/shropshire-fire-and-rescue-service

The closing date for applications is 1 December 2023.

Role:  Estates Manager

Salary:  £62,621 – £68,302 per annum (Grade 9)

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 30 days, flexible working hours, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available

Ensuring our staff have the right facilities to stay safe, support their wellbeing and ensure we can deliver the very best services to our communities is essential.

The Estates Manager is required to ensure our buildings meet the needs of a modern and high-performing emergency service. This means ensuring our current buildings are managed effectively and that we continue successful delivery of our Estates Development Programme supporting the delivery of new build and refurbishment projects.

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is a progressive and community-focused organisation that works as one team to deliver services to the people of Royal Berkshire. We have an engaged and dedicated team of some 700 diverse and talented individuals, an inclusive culture as well as a commitment to the training, development and wellbeing of our people.

Our estate consists of 17 buildings ranging from modern tri-service blue-light bases to aging fire stations and training facilities. We operate from these to ensure our staff can deliver response, prevention and fire safety services to the people of Royal Berkshire.

RBFRS is a high performing, diverse and inclusive employer and we require a high performing individual for the role of Estates Manager. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in delivering against strategies and a proven track record of realising tangible benefits and improvements.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering RBFRS’ ambitious 10 year Strategic Asset Investment Programme, will lead a highly motivated and talented team and make a real difference to the experiences of staff and the residents of Berkshire.

This role reports directly to the Head of Assets who is responsible for Estates, Fleet and Equipment.

The key focus of this role is:

Leading and managing the Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue Service (RBFRS) Estates Function which includes Facilities Management and Property Capital Projects. This post is central to developing the estate to ensure fit for purpose workplaces for a modern and forward thinking Fire and Rescue Service.

Leading and overseeing the delivery of Capital Projects as described in the Fire Authority’s Strategic Asset Investment Framework (SAIF) and ensuring the maintenance, compliance, and development of the wider estate.

Identify, develop and create appropriate policy, procedures and processes with regards to the management of the RBFRS Estate.

Report to, and when required to do so, deputise for the Head of Assets in matters relating to the estate.

Work collaboratively across RBFRS and, where applicable, with external agencies and organisations with regards to the estates and facilities management.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

•          Formal degree qualification in an estates, construction, facilities related profession OR, attained HND Level qualification, or equivalent, with recent relevant experience in estates, construction, facilities related profession, OR actively working toward a formal higher level qualification.
• Effective Management of significant budgets demonstrating actions to deliver improved value.
• Experience of delivering property related projects/programmes successfully.
• Management of contracts and the contract terms and conditions in the delivery of works, service and supply contracts.
• Knowledge and understanding of navigating procurement processes to deliver excellent value, including the drafting of technical specifications and using frameworks and other strategies where appropriate.
• Ability to manage effective working relationships with external contractors and internal departments to ensure excellent value and customer service.
• Demonstrable project management and contract management skills.
• Technical knowledge of the processes and procedures for the estates management life cycle, including how the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations are applied to estate management.
• Experience of introducing innovative practices to improve outcomes across property processes and practises.
• Experience of developing high-performing teams and individuals.

Application and selection process

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached.

The Behavioural Competency Framework allows us to easily identify the behaviours that drive successful performance and enables us to deliver an effective service. The behaviours detailed within the job profile will be assessed throughout the selection process.

The selection process will consist of two stages and is anticipated to take place at Service Headquarters in Calcot, Reading.

Stage One: Closing date – 09:00hrs 6 December 2023

• Application via the recruitment portal to include providing a CV and Supporting Statement (which should not exceed 1000 words), detailing why you are the best person for the role and how you meet the person specification.
• Shortlisting is expected 6-9 Dec 2023

Stage Two: W/c 11 December 2023

• A presentation will be required demonstrating your understanding of:

What strategies do you employ to ensure properties and assets within an estate are well maintained to meet compliance standards and, when required, replaced?

This should be no more than 15mins. Additional time will be provided for questions and answers after the presentation.

• Competency & Behavioural based interview

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Rechecks will be required in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Statement.

For further details about the role or to simply discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Paul Brooks, Head of Assets at brooksp@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CV’s without an accompanying application form.

Closing date for applications is 09:00 hrs 6 December 2023

Anticipated start date: Early 2024 (flexible depending on candidate’s circumstances)

Please note that is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying / accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge.

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, your diversity and your dignity.  All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Simply: The communities we serve are varied and diverse, we should be too.

Applications are welcome for job-share or part time arrangements please enquire on application.

All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Leader – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview if you choose to opt into the Disability Confident Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

Closing date for applications is: 29 November 2023 at midnight

£23,946 – £24,545 a year

Are you a practical person who likes to work outside and under your own steam? Interested in helping to keep water supplies maintained for our firefighters to access? Then we’re keen to hear from you!

About Us:

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

Find out more about us and our values at www.bucksfire.gov.uk/join-us/

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This is why we support flexible working.

About the Role:

The role involves carrying out a re-inspection programme to ensure that hydrants are effectively maintained and able to be used, by the fire and rescue service, in an emergency.

You will be responsible for:

•                     Managing your weekly programme and workload

•                     Accurately testing and recording the outcome and position of hydrants

•                     Working safely in the community

•                     Communicating effectively with both the public and other agencies

•                     Reporting defects to the appropriate water authority

•                     Dealing with queries and complaints, from firefighters and the public, regarding hydrants

About You:

We are looking for someone who:

•                     Has good interpersonal skills

•                     Takes pride in their work

•                     Can work with maps and on computers

You will need to be:

•                     Able to work unsupervised

•                     Willing to work outside throughout the year

•                     Self-motivated

•                     Able to work safely

•                     Good at problem solving

Qualifications and experience required:

•                     Full UK valid driving license (essential)

•                     IOSH – Managing Safely (desirable)

The Package:

•                     Full time

•                     Permanent contract

•                     37-hour week

•                     Local Government Pension Scheme

•                     Good annual leave entitlement

•                     Employee benefits

•                     Employee Assistance Programme

•                     Occupational Health

•                     Free onsite parking

•                     Onsite gym facilities

Anything else you need to know:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome.

Everyone who works us is required to have a DBS check. If you have any queries or concerns regarding this, please contact HR@bucksfire.gov.uk.

Abatement & Protected Pension:

If are in receipt of a Firefighter’s pension, before taking up employment with Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority you are required to notify Human Resources as Abatement Rules may apply.

How to Apply:

If there are any adaptions or adjustments, we can make to help you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

For further information about the role please review the job description.

(Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password)

Training and Development Adviser – Fixed Term 12 Months

Benefits:
Salary: £31,364 – £35,745 per annum, Grade 4
Hours: Full time – 37 hours per week or part time considered 18.5 hours per week
Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading and other work locations as required
Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days, flexible working hours, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available

We are seeking a motivated and engaging individual for the position of Training and Development Adviser.

You enjoy working with others, have a can-do solutions focused approach to work and are able to build and maintain positive and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You’ll have experience of supporting learning and development activity and be able to influence change and improvement in this field.

Working within the Training and Development team, you will support the research, design, implementation, and delivery of training, as well as the development of learning products and courses using a blended learning approach. You will be providing support in relation to training, development and assurance activities and associated processes. You will support the management and development of the learning management system (LMS) and associated tasks.

This role offers a great opportunity to make a difference in an evolving public service environment and in an organisation that offers flexible working arrangements so that our teams can achieve a good work-life balance, and that invests in continuing development. A range of post-appointment training will be provided as appropriate.

In applying you’ll be able to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework and meet the selection criteria detailed at the end of the job profile (attached).

The key focus of this role is:

• Research, review, specify and design current and existing training
• Design creative and interactive e-learning content
• Participate in the delivery of training courses and qualifications
• Providing advice and guidance on existing and newly created pathways and products
• Ensure compliance with policy, procedure and best practice
• Support the maintenance, testing and development of the Learning Management Systems

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):
• Experience of design, development and review of development products / activities
• The ability to develop positive relationships with a broad range of individuals / organisations
• Excellent self-management, planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative, make decisions to manage own workload
• Ability to facilitate action and change and to impart learning using a variety of methods and platforms
Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for this position click Apply Now.

Please see the link to the Job Profile.

Applicants will be expected to detail their knowledge, skills, and experience against the relevant Personal Specification contained within the Job Profile.

Eligible staff wishing to apply for this role should apply through the portal, submitting a supporting statement (restricted to 1000 words) detailing how they meet the ‘person specification’ for the role as detailed at the end of the job profile.

Following shortlisting, applicants will be assessed for suitability by means of a role based task and behavioural / competency based interview.

Please see the role based task instructions which are provided in advance to allow you to start considering your approach. If you are successful at shortlisting, you will talk the panel through the lesson plan and have a professional discussion before interview. The presentation must be submitted by 09:00 on the 7 December 2023 to keanel@rbfrs.co.uk

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Rechecks will be required in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy

For further details about the role or to simply discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Lorraine Sullivan, Resourcing and Development Manager at sullivanl@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CV’s without an accompanying application form.

Closing date for applications is 0900 on 29 November 2023.

It is anticipated that the selection assessment process will run 7-8 December 2023.

Please note that is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying / accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge.

The Behavioural Competency Framework allows us to easily identify the behaviours that drive successful performance and enables us to deliver an effective service. The behaviours detailed within the job profile will be assessed throughout the selection process.

Please view our privacy notice via this link Applicant Privacy Statement

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, your diversity and your dignity.  All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Simply: The communities we serve are varied and diverse, we should be too.

Applications are welcome for job-share or part time arrangements please enquire on application.

All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Leader – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview if you choose to opt into the Disability Confident Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

To find out more: https://www.rbfrs.co.uk/your-service/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/