Job Title: GIS and Addressing Officer

Contract: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £33,366 – £36,124

Location: Service Headquarters, Kelvedon Park

Closing Date: 18th March 2025

*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location

The Role 

Providing quality effective information technology across our service has never been more important.  Our specialist team delivers ICT to frontline and support staff, across 50 stations, as well as at workshops, training centres and offices.

As the GIS and Addressing Officer, you will be the leading expert for data across geographical information and spatial analysis to support service delivery and performance across the organisation.

What You Will Be Working On 

Ensuring all data within the system is maintained to a high quality.
Liaising with Local Authorities and Geoplace, managing the addressing data which enters the system from various sources.
Providing the provision of reporting from the system, enabling self-service reporting, and supporting evaluation and measurement of performance across fire standards, legislation, HMICFRS and Home Office.
Working autonomously with senior users and service managers, alongside ICT Business Partners, to improve ways of working and deliver optimal outcomes with the system.
Creating and commissioning, as appropriate, technical documentation for new projects.  Co-ordinating and managing the delivery of work streams, alongside the ICT Business Partners.
Building and strengthening a user community, facilitating training to super users, ensuring a standardised approach to learning for onboarding new team members.
Building and maintain good relationships both internally and externally, representing Essex Fire at software user group meetings, ICT specialists and nationwide Fire & Rescue Services.
Working alongside Data and System Officers to provide cross-system experience.

What Are We Looking For? 

We are looking for a GIS & Addressing Officer to join us, directed by the ICT Relationship Manager and in partnership with the Data and System Officers already in post.  Working closely with ICT Business Partners, Heads of Department and service managers, you will build strong effective relationships, raising awareness and driving efficiencies.

The role is critical to the delivery and performance of the Service, we need a confident tech-savvy individual who excels at quality analysis and building collaborative relationships.  You will play an influential role, advocating for the organisations’ needs within ICT and presenting a clear view of service requirements, enabling effective capacity management within ICT.  You will also be passionate about helping people improve their understanding and capability with ICT, so they can make the most of the tools available to them.

This exciting role requires somebody with an appetite to make a difference and grasp new opportunities.  Join in with our passion to enable our people with solutions that assist our Prevention, Protection and Response goals and support the Service’s values.

How to apply

External candidates –

You will be required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria of the Person Specification.

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications, or a CV) should you wish, though your additional documents will only be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications).

Assessment and selection:

The assessment and selection approach will be:

Stage 1

Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria on the person specification)

Stage 2

Assessment & Role specific panel interview

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

Our Culture and Benefits

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees.

You can find out more about our benefits at https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits

Disability Confident

We are an equal opportunities, Disability Confident, employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a work environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process and all applications will be considered solely on merit.

As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues.

Our employee forums and partners include:

Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men’s Forum, and our Women’s Forum. In addition, we also have a Female Operational Group.

Further to the above, the Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.

Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk

You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via https://join.essex-fire.gov.uk

Safeguarding 

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service.

You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults.

The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying.

This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  

HR Support Officer

Benefits:

Salary:  £32,654- £37,035 per annum, Grade 4

Hours:  Full Time – 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading.

Office Based Role to start. Option to work from home one day a week on completion of successful probation period.

Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days, flexible working, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available.

Other information about our benefits can be found here

About the role:

At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, our teams make working here a great experience. We are passionate about employee wellbeing, development, and training. In HR, we play a vital role in helping our teams succeed by working in partnership with the Service to create a welcoming and inclusive culture that supports our People Strategy.

The post holder will ensure an efficient and effective HR operation and payroll service and provide strong customer focused advice to HR queries and casework, based on Service Policies, Legislation and Case Law.

About you:

We are seeking a proactive and motivated individual who is able to take initiative and manage conflicting deadlines.  You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will be able to apply these to all levels of the organisation.

You will have a high level of experience of supporting all aspects of HR activity including the management of employee lifecycle, providing advice and guidance on employee relations.

The key focus of this role (Key Responsibilities and Deliverables):

• Ensure day-to-day and frontline HR queries are dealt with in a timely manner, working closely with the wider HR Team.
•  Undertake and support staff recruitment, onboarding, redeployment and retention processes in accordance with RBFRS’s policies and procedures.
• Make improvements to HR initiatives, working with the wider HR Team and additional teams across the service.
• Create and maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, held within both the manual and electronic HR and payroll systems.
• The role will provide support and advice to managers on a range of queries and HR cases in accordance with the RBFRS’s policies and procedures including all starters and leavers and contractual processes.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• 2 years of experience working within Human Resources.
• CIPD Level 5 or working towards.
• Computer literate e.g. Ability to produce mail merge letters, use Databases, intermediate in Excel and experience of all applications within Microsoft Office.
• A Good understanding of current employment legislation.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Accuracy and good attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with a willingness to face new challenges.

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.

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

Please see the link to the Job Profile/Person Specification on application.

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 Samar Campbell HR Adviser at campbells@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

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

Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours 23 March 2025

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will run week commencing 31 March 2025.

Anticipated start date:  April/May 2025

The interview will consist of a competency and behavioural based interview and a role-based task.

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.

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Our Commitments:

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 Offer of an Interview Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

To find out more: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment.

Please view our Safer Recruitment Statement on application.

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Authority is seeking an exceptional individual to take on the role of Assistant Chief Fire Officer, leading our dedicated team in delivering a truly outstanding service to our communities.

As Assistant Chief Fire Officer, you will play a pivotal role in realising the strategic vision outlined in our leadership message: protecting and serving the people of Merseyside with Courage, Compassion and Integrity. This high-profile role requires a leader who can inspire confidence, foster resilience, and drive continuous improvement across all aspects of our service.

In addition to leading the Service, you will also represent us on a national scale with responsibility for National Resilience via MFRA’s role as Lead Authority. This role will require you to collaborate with both Government and Fire and Rescue services nationwide, sharing best practices and ensuring readiness to respond to major incidents wherever they may occur. Your leadership in this arena will be essential for enhancing our collective capacity to manage complex and large-scale emergencies, providing safety and security for communities far beyond our borders.

As Assistant Chief Fire Officer:

• You will demonstrate exceptional leadership skills developed from experience of operating at the Strategic Manager level (Leading the Service).
• You will have a strong strategic vision and a track record of achieving ambitious goals.
• You will have excellent communication skills and an ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and represent MFRS at local and national levels.
• You will possess extensive political skills and proven ability to lead and professionally advise elected members and other politicians.
• You will model our values and behaviours; promoting a culture which embraces collaboration, inclusivity, high performance and wellbeing, and you will strive to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
• You will be required to assume the role of commanding Principal Officer within a Multi-Agency ‘Gold Command’ setting as Incident Commander.

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service is an excellent place to work, but don’t just take our word for it; we would encourage you to spend some time with us to learn a little more about us, what’s important to us and how we do things.  

The candidate pack, available as a supporting document should provide you with a good foundation, with lots of information and links to pertinent documents to help you get to know us much better.
 
We set high standards at Merseyside, and we’re not embarrassed to say so, our selection process will be challenging for all the right reasons and will reward the best candidate with a career with excellent opportunities and an ability to make a real difference.
 
Eligibility:
Candidates must have substantive experience of operating at the “Leading the Service” level (Area Manager / Principal Officer).

Key Dates:
Closing Date:       23rd March 2025 
Shortlisting:         24th & 25th March 2025
Selection Week:  Week commencing 31st March 2025

Information about the Selection Week can be found in the Candidate Pack. 
 
We are Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service – be part of our future. 

An opportunity has arisen within our Transport Section for a Trainee Vehicle Technician, based at our Rotherham Workshops.

The overall purpose of the role will be to be a part of our vehicle and equipment repair workshop where you will increase your knowledge and experience with a view to become a Vehicle Technician after obtaining the necessary knowledge and experience.

To be considered for this role you will have;-

·         Some experience in the repairs, maintenance and servicing of both light and large vehicles to the VOSA standard.

·         Develop your skills in the repair and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic and vehicle electrical/electronic systems.

·         Some knowledge of road transport legislation for class 4, 5, 7 and LGV vehicles, coupled with some understanding of current road vehicle maintenance standards.

·         Working towards developing your prowess in vehicle diagnostic and repair techniques.

You must possess;-

·         A recognised qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair level three or equivalent.

·         Possess an LGV Driving License – Class “C” minimum

·         Ability to work independently or seamlessly within a dynamic team

An exciting opportunity within the Business Services Department.  This role offers a lot of variety and the opportunity to be part of a forward thinking, innovative team.

Overall purpose of the job:

To accurately produce and maintain manual and computerised records in order to support efficient and effective service delivery.  To receive and process a wide range of queries from members of the public and internal service users.  To utilise a comprehensive range of information and data management systems, to ensure the provision of timely and accurate information to Principal Officers and managers within Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Are you a skilled finance professional seeking a fulfilling career within a dynamic organisation?

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for an individual to step into the role of Chief Accountant. This is a unique opportunity to apply your financial expertise in a community-focused environment, where your work will directly contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency services.

If you are ready to lead, innovate, and make a real impact, we want to hear form you!

Benefits you will receive:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Full support for ongoing professional development
• On-site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card
• Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
• Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Hybrid working is available.

Recruitment Schedule
Closing date: 23:59 12 March 2025
Shortlisting: 13, 14 March 2025
Test and interview: w/c 24 March 2025

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations
Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship
Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Job Objectives

• Reporting to the S112 Officer, lead the financial operations of the Service, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Oversee and manage the finance team, providing strategic direction and support.
• Lead corporate finance and strategic finance activity (Final Accounts, Budget setting, budget monitoring, Pensions, Treasury Management, Capital Accounting, Systems, Exchequer Services etc.)
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills Required

• Professional accounting qualification CCAB or equivalent.
• Local government finance experience (essential).
• Extensive experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good financial systems and spreadsheet skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Role Title:  Accounting Technician  

Salary: F – £34,314 – £37,938

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Closing date:  23:59 12 March 2025

Job Advert Text

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic community-focused organisation?

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a skilled Accounting Technician to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise in a role that makes a real difference, helping to support the vital work of our emergency service.

If you are passionate about numbers, accuracy, and contributing to a meaningful cause, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits you will receive:

•    Competitive salary

•    Flexible working

•    Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays

•    Full support for ongoing professional development

•    On-site gym facilities

•    Free onsite parking

•    Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card

•    Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support

•    Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

•    Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Hybrid working is available.

Recruitment Schedule

Closing date:  23:59 12 March 2025

Shortlisting: 13, 14 March 2025

Test and interview: w/c 24 March 2025

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge.  Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Job Objectives

•  Supporting the Strategic Accountant in budget setting and budget monitoring
• Supporting Corporate Finance for key activities e.g. final accounts
• Data analysis

Skills Required

• AAT accounting qualification or equivalent (desirable)
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office.
• Good financial systems and spreadsheet skills
• Excellent organisational and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.