Workshop Vehicle Technician

Workshop Vehicle Technician

Benefits:

Salary:  £29,439 – £33,820 per annum, Grade 4

Market Supplement: £1,597

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week

Location – Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service Fleet Maintenance Centre – Eastleigh

Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days, plus public holidays and, flexible working hours

Pension Scheme available

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) provides prevention, protection and response services across the county of Berkshire. 12 wholetime and six on-call fire stations cover 486 square miles, from Langley in the East to Lambourn in the West. It serves a diverse cultural population of 911,400, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

An interesting and varied opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Technician with Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service. The successful candidate will be based at Hampshire Fire and Rescue Fleet Maintenance centre in Eastleigh. RBFRS has a reputation of excellence, and we invest in our employees. We operate within a diverse and inclusive environment and offer flexible working hours.

About you:

The role of a Workshop Technician will be responsible for maintaining our operational fleet comprising of heavy goods vehicles, cars and vans. The position also includes responsibility for the maintenance of the Service’s plant and ancillary equipment i.e. high and low pressure water pumps, ladders, cutting equipment. As a key member of the Transport team the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out repairs and servicing of vehicles and equipment to ensure regulations and organisational standards are continuously met.

The successful candidate will be inspired to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached.

Specifically we are seeking individuals who have experience and who are qualified in this field.

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. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

The key focus of this role is:

  • Responsible for carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance and Reactive repairs to vehicles and equipment
  • Responsible for ensuring compliance to applicable statutory legislation
  • Be able to work to tight deadlines without compromising safety
  • Providing excellent customer service

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

  • Relevant professional qualifications (City and Craft Guilds in Motor Studies, parts 1, 2, and 3.  BTEC Motor Technicians Certificate; or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Motor Vehicles Studies)
  • Possess a Class C (LGV Manual Driving licence) or willing to work towards
  • Experience and knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic fault finding and repair preferably on HGV vehicles
  • The ability to work under pressure, performing detailed work to high safety standards
  • Flexible approach to working hours

Application and selection process

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

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 Dean Parratt, Fleet Maintenance Controller at parrattd@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 hours Friday 30 June 2023

It is anticipated that the assessment/Interview process will run week commencing Monday 10 July 2023

Anticipated start date:  7 August 2023

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.

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At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, we want you to bring your whole self to work.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are more than just words for us. That’s why we are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels included and respected, and where no one is unfairly discriminated against. 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.

Simply: Our community is varied and diverse. Our workforce should be too.

At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, everyone is welcome.

To find out more: rbfrs.co.uk/EqualityDiversityInclusion

Operations Support Group (OSG ) Technician

The Role
Post: Operations Support Group (OSG ) Technician
Salary: £ 27,626 per annum
Grade: FRS B/C
Salary range: £ 27,626 – £ 39,119 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Thursday 22 June 2023 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen for an Operations Support Centre (OSC) Technician post within the Face Fit Team at the Brigades Operations Support Group (OSG) based at either Barking, Park Royal or Croydon.

The successful candidate will be part of a team reporting to the Face Fit Manager. The post will deal primarily with the service and maintenance of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) such as breathing apparatus masks and respirators.

It is desirable that applicants are confident working with intricate equipment and high-pressure systems, are keen to learn and can retain information, are computer literate and are able to work in a team environment as well as independently. Applicants will need to be able to manage their workload whilst adapting to the changing environment of an operational emergency service. Applicants will need to build good working relationships with staff at various levels.

Full training will be given to the successful candidate.

Applicants must possess a full UK driving licence and will be required to pass the brigades light driving assessment. The position will require the successful candidate to work at various sites across London.

The post holder may have the opportunity to participate in the OSG’s on-call rota for which additional payments will be made. This may include the requirement for training as a Brigade emergency response driver.

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.

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted in the selection criteria section of the job description.

Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Eligibility
Applicants must possess a full UK driving licence and reside within the Greater London Authority area.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place Late June 2021 at Operations Support Centre, Unit 1, Pegasus Road, Croydon CR0 4RN. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

Additional Information
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

FEG Technical Admin Officer

The Role
Post: FEG Technical Admin Officer
Salary: £ 32,586 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £ 32,586 – £ 39,119 per annum
Contract type: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 21 June 2023 at 16:00 GMT

Your chance to make a difference to the built environment in London.

Fire Engineering Group serve London and Londoners and are focussed on the safety of the built environment which includes major transport and infrastructure projects. The Group work on many unique and innovative projects and, as well as seeing the design stages (through their role in the Building Regulations consultation process), they also see how buildings are occupied, managed and maintained. In addition, our engineers are called upon to provide support post-fire, particularly where there is unusual or unexpected fire spread. This is an overall perspective that is almost unique to this fire service role.

The postholder will be responsible for maintaining and developing the technical administrative processes supporting both Fire Engineering Group and the Building Design & Consultation Hub. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team supporting in the centralisation of all of the fire safety technical design review processes that the LFB consult upon such as Town and Country Planning applications and Building Regulations consultations.

Successful candidates will be highly motivated and organised individuals with excellent communication skills and demonstrable administrative skills. They will have had experience in an administrative role and working with LFB IT systems such as Farynor and POMS. They will also ideally have had some line management and/or mentoring experience as this role includes line management responsibilities. There is also a need for the individual to be flexible, respond positively to change and be prepared for supporting change improvement to the administrative systems within Fire Engineering Group and Building Design & Consultation hub,

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.

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted in the selection criteria section of the job description.

Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

Eligibility
Please delete if not internal only – This is an internal vacancy and is only open to those that work for the LFB (including agency staff) and are eligible to apply.

Please note this job is a secondment and agency staff are not eligible to apply.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place Early July. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Additional Information
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

Capital and Treasury Manager

The Role
Post: Capital and Treasury Manager
Salary: £ 49,754 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £ 49,754 – £ 64,606 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 28 June 2023 at 16:00 GMT

Do you have the unique balance of interpersonal and technical skills to be the LFB’s Divisional Capital and Treasury Manager?

We have an exciting opportunity to drive the London Fire Brigade’s financial forward planning, at the heart of our newly reformed Finance team.

We are looking for a hands-on experienced capital and treasury manager to join the Corporate Finance team to take ownership of the capital programme and capital accounting processes, working papers and statement of accounts notes for PPE and tackling accompanying audit queries.

You would work to deliver Capital financial planning, monitoring, support and advice as well as Treasury Management responsibilities. We are looking for candidates with extensive public sector experience and conversant with capital accounting and treasury management. We seek confident candidates with proven work experience on producing capital strategy and treasury management strategy statements. Evidenced work experience on capital budget monitoring, maintaining the capital programme, reporting on the revenue impact of the capital borrowing costs, ensure capital financing costs and MRP are up to date, statutory capital returns, monthly and quarterly reporting, providing capital finance comments to reports, treasury management monitoring and producing the statutory treasury management reports. Complete Asset valuation process and challenge valuers. In addition, proven experience and technical expertise in preparation draft and final accounts and ownership of working papers and Statement of Accounts notes for PPE, Financial instruments and tackling the accompanying audit queries.

You must be able to develop and maintain strong relationships to act as a credible strategic partner within the business area/s. This means being able to influence and challenge strategic decisions, ensuring stakeholders are fully aware of the financial impact, whilst providing accurate management information to enable evidence-based decision making.

Being able to communicate technical / complex financial information clearly and concisely is essential.

There isn’t an ideal candidate…..we are looking for suitably qualified (CCAB or equivalent) individuals who can be themselves, be innovative, engage with our senior managers (and directors) to show them what great Finance Business Partnering looks like.

This role will be based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).

LFB staff are hybrid working in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.

If you have a question about the role or application process, please contact Collette Sutton at collette.sutton@london-fire.gov.uk

Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place W.C. 10/07/2023. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

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.

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted in the selection criteria section of the job description.

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Additional Information
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

Principal Financial Accountant

The Role
Post: Principal Financial Accountant
Salary: £ 66,100 per annum
Grade: FRS G
Salary range: £ 66,100 – £ 82,103 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 28 June 2023 at 16:00 GMT

Do you have the unique balance of interpersonal and technical skills to be the LFB’s Principal Financial Accountant?

We have an exciting opportunity to work for London Fire Brigade and drive the technical accounting team of the Corporate Finance, at the heart of our newly reformed Finance team.

We are looking for a hands-on experienced technical specialist principal financial accountant to join the Corporate Finance team to take ownership and lead the close down of the accounts for the Brigade, produce working papers and statement of accounts notes in addition to people management.

You would work to lead in the production of the Brigade’s Annual Accounts in accordance with regulatory, statutory guidance and to reporting deadlines to ensure that the Brigade fully meets its financial reporting obligations. And ensure that the draft and final accounts are published in accordance with statutory guidance, best practice and within agreed timetables. Responsibility includes preparation of audit working papers to provide sufficient evidence of compliance as required by the Brigade’s external auditors to obtain an unqualified opinion on the accounts in accordance within agree and approved timescales. Assist in co-ordinating the whole final account process and publication of various documents in accordance with statutory deadlines. Lead and liaise with internal and external audit. Address queries related to the Brigade’s accounts. Ensure Central Government Departments returns and reports are prepared and submitted in accordance with published timetables. In addition to other responsibilities.

You must be able to develop and maintain strong relationships to act as a credible strategic partner within the business area/s. This means being able to influence and challenge strategic decisions, ensuring stakeholders are fully aware of the financial impact, whilst providing accurate management information to enable evidence-based decision making.

Being able to communicate technical / complex financial information clearly and concisely is essential.

There isn’t an ideal candidate…..we are looking for suitably qualified (CCAB or equivalent) individuals who can be themselves, be innovative, engage with our senior managers (and directors) to show them what great Finance Business Partnering looks like.

This role will be based at London Fire Brigade’s Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).

LFB staff are hybrid working in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.

If you have a question about the role or application process, please contact Collette Sutton at collette.sutton@london-fire.gov.uk

Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place W.C. 10/07/2023 . Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

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.

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted in the selection criteria section of the job description.

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Additional Information
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

Deputy Chief Fire Officer

TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

DEPUTY CHIEF FIRE OFFICER

£134,084 (current pay award pending)

Could you be our next Deputy Chief Fire Officer (DCFO)?

We are seeking a DCFO who can work as part of the Services Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and provide effective management and strategic leadership as we continue to adapt to the evolving risks and demands our communities face both now and in the future. You would become part of a motivated team focussed on community and staff safety, continuous improvement, inclusivity and a fair and healthy workplace. The post holder will work on a continuous duty pattern with conditions of service aligned to the NJC for Brigade Managers of Fire and Rescue Services, constitution and conditions of service.

As a result of our succession planning process and the pending retirement of our existing Chief Fire Officer, our current DCFO will take on the role of Chief Fire Officer in November 2023, resulting in a vacancy for the post of DCFO.

Our landscape like most public sector organisations will likely be characterised by multiple complex challenges requiring even greater partnership working, collaboration and innovative thinking. Our ability to predict and evolve in order to respond to the opportunities, changes and demands of us as a public service will be the biggest influence on this and require leadership that can offer vision, drive and deliver results that make sense to our communities, staff and partners.

Using your professional expertise, you will, where required, deputise for the Chief Fire Officer and where necessary, provide strategic advice to the Fire Authority and other ELT members.

You will be able to inspire a positive and ethical culture for our almost 900 staff in their work to ensure we maintain and build upon our recent HMICFRS inspection outcomes and continue to improve the safety and protection of the 1.1 million residents of Tyne and Wear. You will have a proven track record of positively driving transformation in a large, diverse organisation and experience of working in complex and politicised environments.

With a collaborative leadership style, you will demonstrate significant commitment to our core code of ethics, values and principles. With well-honed communication skills you will be comfortable when engaging with a range of people and adapting your style to meet the needs of your audience.  Engaging effectively will come naturally to you, be it with the public, peers, staff, Fire Authority Members, trade unions and representative bodies, external agencies or partners.

The North East will see the introduction of a new Mayoral governance model from May 2024 however, responsibility for Fire and Rescue Services will not fall within the Mayors remit. You will be required to use your influencing skills and experience to ensure that TWFRS remains relevant, has a voice in local decision making and continues as a highly credible and valued partner in delivering community outcomes and reducing deprivation and inequalities across our communities.

With a broad range of experience of emergency incident command, you will be required to provide evidence of a Level 4 Incident Command qualification and accreditation, or demonstrate the ability to operate at this level through an assessment as part of the selection process.

Eligibility and Application

As a minimum, you must be a current serving operational Area Manager (Competent) or Principal Officer (Chief, Deputy Chief or Assistant Chief Fire Officer) of a UK Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service. If you believe you have what it takes to be the Deputy Chief Fire Officer here at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, we would love to hear from you.

Candidates will need to be an experienced and substantive operationally competent commander. To apply, candidates should submit a CV (no longer than 4 sides of A4, font size 11) along with a supporting statement (no longer than 3 sides of A4, font size 11) outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the role. Candidates are also required to complete an Equal Opportunities Monitoring form. All application documents should be submitted via email to DCFOappointment@twfire.gov.uk

Inclusivity

TWFRS is keen to hear from any eligible, potential candidates within groups that are underrepresented currently within our workforce. We set and expect high standards and are actively seeking to recruit from the widest range of talent and encourage applications from every part of society regardless of background, or any other characteristics.

Benefits

·         Attractive salary and provided vehicle;
·         Generous leave entitlement and terms of employment;
·         Access to occupational health and other supporting services;
·         High degree of autonomy within role;
·         Working within an area of the country with a rich and diverse range of attractions and both rural and city destinations renowned for its welcome and hospitality;
·         Access to gym facilities

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 4th July 2023 at 12 noon.

For further information, about the post and job please contact Executive Assistant, Zoe Brett via Zoe.Brett@twfire.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion with Deputy Chief Fire Officer Peter Heath (Chief Fire Officer designate).

For further information on the selection process please contact Recruitment Advisor, Demi Miller via Demi.Miller@twfire.gov.uk

For further information about the Deputy Chief Fire Officer Role please review the full advert via https://www.twfire.gov.uk/deputy-chief-fire-officer-dcfo-vacancy/

For further information about Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service please visit Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (twfire.gov.uk)

Your CV (no longer than 4 sides of A4, font size 11), supporting statement (no longer than 3 sides of A4, font size 11) outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the role and Equal Opportunities Monitoring form should be sent to DCFOappointment@twfire.gov.uk

Selection process

Closing Date for Applications: Tuesday 4th July 2023 at 12 noon.

Command Assessment (if required): w/c 10th July 2023

Stakeholder, Technical and Staff Interviews: w/c 17th July 2023

Final Interviews: w/c 24th July 2023

Improvement Technician / Administrator

An opportunity has arisen within our Firefighter Safety Team section for an Improvement Technician / Administrator, based at SYFR Command Head Quarters in Eyre Street, Sheffield.

The overall purpose of the role will be to deliver the improvement activities required within the FST.

To work within a dedicated team to support Operational fire crews to carry their work out safely.
To collate and analyse information submitted through the incident debrief process.
To collate information from other sources within operational learning.
To collate information and administrate the SSRI process/system.
To utilise software systems to identify trends.
To communicate operational learning to the appropriate personnel.
Utilise Microsoft and other software packages to collate, record, analysis and report information and data.

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of

Microsoft software applications.
Administrative tasks.

You must possess

English and Maths GCSE grade 9-4 or A** to C
ICT GCSE grade 9-4 or A** to C
A clear commitment and a positive attitude to work.

For more information about the role, please contact Paul Buttery on 07768980730.

A job description, person specification and application form for the role can be obtained via the careers section on our website at www.syfire.gov.uk or if you require a hard copy you can contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk or on 0114 253 2811.

Closing date for applications is 17:00 Hours on Friday 30th June 2023.

Interviews will be on week commencing Monday 17th July 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.

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.

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 (formerly CRB) if applicable.

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

Senior Project Manager

The Role
Post: Senior Project Manager
Salary: £ 49,754 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £ 49,754 – £ 64,606 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Monday 19 June 2023 at 16:00 GMT

In early 2020, the London Fire Commissioner published the Transformation Delivery Plan which set out those actions required to transform the organisation to address concerns raised by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. This marked the beginning of the organisation’s transformation journey. It is an exciting time to join LFB, be part of the transformation and support the delivery of the 2023-2029 Community Risk Management Plan, our strategy and response to risk in London, to enable the LFB to provide the best possible service to London and Londoners.

As the Senior Project Manager in the Learning and Professional Development (L&PD) department you will work with the Head of Training Change to co-ordinate the delivery of L&PD workstreams, monitoring and managing: progress; risks; issues; budget; resourcing; and dependencies across the projects to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

To do this you will be experienced in managing major, multi-disciplinary projects from initiation to completion and close. You will have demonstrable experience of delivering on time and within budget using project management methodologies, ideally within a learning and professional development/HR environment.

You will also be skilled at building effective professional relationships to enable you to work with internal and external stakeholders including at a senior level both internal and external to LFB.

The workstreams you will be responsible for cut across the organisation, impact all staff groups (control, FRS and operational), and will have a significant impact on all our staff. It is essential that you are able to take a strategic view and see the consequences of a range of actions, ensuring that team members and the programme team are advised accordingly.

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.

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted in the selection criteria section of the job description.

Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place late June. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Additional Information
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

Internal Communications Officer

We want an exceptional person to join our multi award-winning corporate communication team.

The main focus of the role is internal communication- working with others to ensure staff are fully engaged and feel a key part of the organisation. Your role will be to understand people’s concerns and communication needs, and help our leaders to address those needs in ways that are easy for staff to understand.

But there will also be plenty of room to get involved in our public facing work too- from helping with the production of outstanding video content and leading the development of our social media channels, to working with the media, assisting our public affairs work and contributing to recruitment and fire safety campaigns.

You will also be part of our 24/7 duty press officer rota which attracts stand-by payments for each shift covered.

The successful applicant will have excellent writing skills, be brilliant with people and have a strong knowledge of using the right communication channels to reach the right audiences.

Most importantly of all, you will be able to work as part of a team to deliver first class work.

The role is based at the service’s headquarters in Sheffield city centre, but with a significant element of remote or agile working available.

For more information about the role contact Corporate Communication Manager, Zander Mills on 07768 417703.

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 23:55 Hours on Tuesday 20th June 2023.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 3rd July 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 (formerly CRB) 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.

General Instructor

Description
An exciting opportunity to join Surrey Fire and Rescue Service as an operational General Instructor in the Learning and Development department at Wray Park Training Centre, Reigate, Surrey.

Are you a competent operational Firefighter or Supervisory Commander working in a Local Authority or Aviation Industry with a passion for developing others.

We are seeking instructors to deliver a variety of operational training, such as Specialist Rescue, Live Fire, Incident Command and Vocational Development Areas and much more.

To achieve this you will receive a package of development including a recognised training qualification and instructor qualifications.

You will have the opportunity to maintain your operational competencies by carrying out a duty shift at one of our stations once a month.

About the role
You will become a multi-skilled instructor and will lead on one area of training, where you will be responsible for the research and delivery of all learning materials for your subject area, including maintaining the standards of other instructors.

This is a 42 hour week role, where flexibility is required for some evening and weekend working.

Job details
You will be working as a member of our Learning and Development Team delivering training both at the Wray Park Training Centre, Reigate and out at our fire stations across the county of Surrey.

Additional information
This job advert will close when adequate interest has been reached.

Please upload your CV / qualifications with this application.
Upload on a word document how you meet the criteria for short listing.
Date of interviews to be confirmed.

Short listed candidates will be asked to deliver a 10 minute presentation of their choice from the two subjects below:

“Opportunities and challenges of regional fire service collaboration within the learning and development environment”
2. “Catering for Different Learning Styles in your Students

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Kim West on 07974094912 or by email kim.west@surreycc.gov.uk or Group Commander Willard on 07813392104 or by email adrian.willard@surreycc.gov.uk

Location
About the organisation
Surrey Fire & Rescue or a disability confident employer and have committed to making the most of talents disabled people can bring to our workplace.

If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustment(s) to be made, please ensure you inform the hiring manager on the application giving enough information to allow appropriate measures to be taken.