Protection Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Protection Administrative Assistant
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £24,054 – £26,357
Location: North East Group SDP (some remote working)

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Protection Department for an administrative assistant to join the existing team in the North East Group SDP working from Colchester.

The role will be to assist in the administrative day to day functions within the department which will include booking audit appointments, updating officer’s calendars, formatting and processing letters and documents and responding to queries from members of the public, local businesses and local authorities among other tasks.

You will need experience of working in an administrative role as part of a team and have good ICT skills to include word, excel, outlook and CFRMIS (would be an advantage).

To protect and save life, property, and the environment by being responsible for the administration and quality assurance of Essex County Fire & Rescue Service’s Protection Department. Your role will be to assist in the administration day to day functions within the department which will include liaising with Protections Officers, members of the public, business community, other FRS’s and Local Authorities, managing databases, actioning emails, to ensure a timely response to requests.

What You Will Be Working On

• Provide administrative support to all the Protection Department as requested.

• Accurately maintain the Protection filing systems, the storage of dead records within the Department.

• Maintain, update and process work on the CFRMIS and other databases.

• Administer and process enquiries from members of the public, business community, other FRS’s and Local Authorities in a professional manner.

• Assist departmental staff with day to day administrative tasks, including but not limited to, deputising as necessary, the administration of CPD events and updating training records.

• Compile basic process and fire safety statistics on issues that fall outside the Team Leaders remit, as required.

What Are We Looking For?

We are looking for someone with knowledge and experience of an administrative assistant role. You will be able to work independently and as part of a team. Your attention to detail will be supported by good written and communication skills along with strong IT skills such as Word, Excel, Outlook and CFRMIS (would be an advantage).

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for the role, you must be able to demonstrate that you have:

• GCSEs Grade C or above or Key Skills Level 2 in English and Maths
• Internal Candidates – No current disciplinary, performance or attendance management warnings, nor are you subject to any informal management for reasons of conduct or performance

The Application Process

This will be a three-part application process.

Application – Initially you will apply via our website by attaching supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be a maximum of 500 words showing us how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. We love it when our applications write thorough supporting statements so don’t be afraid to go into detail! This will give us a great understanding of your skills and experience and how well you fit the role.

Interview – The final part of the recruitment process will be a 45 minute competency based interview.

Exercise– You will be invited to take part in a short word and excel exercise which will involve creating spreadsheets and formatting a letter.

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Wendy Kidd 07826 878055 or wendy.kidd@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://join.essex-fire.gov.uk/jobs/benefits/

Closing Date – 18th August 2023
Shortlisting – 21st August 2023
Interview Dates – 5th, 7th, 12th and 13th September

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 firefighter’s 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 equalitydiversity@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, application processes and benefits via https://join.essex-fire.gov.uk

About Us

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.

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

This role maybe subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Wholetime Firefighter Transferees – Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service

Wholetime Firefighter Transferees – Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service 

We are currently seeking competent Wholetime Firefighters from other Fire and Rescue Services to transfer into Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service. These vacancies exist within Community Risk and Response (CRR) on the wholetime and day staffing systems at various stations across the service. On conclusion of the process a small holding pool will be generated to support our career progression and retirement profile over the next 24 months.

Northumberland is the northernmost county of England, bordering Cumbria, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and the Scottish Borders. We have an outstanding North Sea coastline of 103 km and a county of rural natural beauty. The county is steeped in history and heritage and with a population of over 300,000 residents. The council provides a wide range of services to the residents over an area of 5,000 sq. km.

The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a positive relationship with all employees and their respective trade unions in the interests of developing a climate of harmonious and constructive employee relations. This role will also support the delivery of the excellent local collaborative working with our key partners and stakeholders to deliver improved local outcomes for our communities.

With excellent interpersonal and innovative skills, this role will support the services continuous improvement strategy while promoting a positive and innovative organisational culture through genuine staff and community engagement.

To be eligible to apply you must: –

– Be a wholetime, competent firefighter working for a local authority Fire and Rescue Service.

– Have no current capability issues related to competence.

– Have no current formal disciplinary warnings throughout the entire process.

– Have a full UK driving licence.

We are offering an excellent package including: –

– A Firefighter salary in line with national terms and conditions

– Training and development opportunities

– Sports and social clubs

A range of other benefits via the County Council including: –

– O2 Open – perks for employees

– Active Northumberland Staff Discount

– The SMART car arrangement

– Home Electronic Solutions

– Staff networks – run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Apprenticeship, Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing, Racial Equality

And many others

Candidates should apply online, and will be expected to complete a 500 word submission indicating why they would like to join Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 18th of August 2023

If you are interested in this exciting role, and would like an informal discussion about the role please contact:

SM Andy Irvine, contact:

andrew.irvine@northumberland.gov.uk  or 07890020662

For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see our website.

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

Control Watch Manager

Job Description

Job title
Fire Control Watch Manager
Post number

Grade
Watch Manager (Control)

£38,979 (Development)

Overall purpose of the job
The post of Watch Manager Fire Control is an integral part of the Operational Response Function for Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service. The post holder is responsible for the effective management of the Fire Control Room, to ensure the Fire control capability functions and operates as required by the service.

The Fire control Watch Manager will directly report to the Fire Control Station Manager in the day to day management of the control room, carry out administration tasks and lead a small team when carrying out specific tasks, oversee and deliver the on watch training and assessments to improve and measure performance and organise and implement practical activities to aid learning and development supported by the Training manager.

As a Watch Manager within the management team for Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service you will:

Be an exceptional team player, with highly developed leadership skills and the ability to inspire, lead and maintain outstanding performance within a team.
Provide a positive role model to all staff, promoting the service core values and behaviours expected as a member of the service management team.
Be part of the management team in formulating and being accountable for Fire Control plans, systems, training, and new ways of working.
Be able to effectively manage change within the workplace for the benefit of the individuals and service.
Support and contribute to the development and delivery of the Service’s Community Risk Management Plan.
Be committed to developing yourself and take an active role in developing your team.

Main accountabilities
1. Take responsibility for the leadership of staff in the accountability and responsibility for planning, managing, and implementing the activities of Service Control personnel to achieve operational response objectives set by the service.
2. Contribute to, inform, develop, and deploy strategies for changes/improvement to emergency call handling/call challenge and Service Control incident management to support operational response as directed by the service.
3. To provide transformational leadership that demonstrates trust behaviours and inspires innovation and service improvement.
4. Take responsibility for ensuring that all staff maintain high standards of performance and behaviour, and that resources are deployed efficiently to meet community and organisational needs.
5. Demonstrate personal commitment to and encourage and promote the values of Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service, and so promote the service  within the community by acting with integrity and honesty.
6. To ensure effective partnership working arrangements are established and maintained with other appropriate departments and agencies.
7. To deliver corporate strategies and objectives as a key member of the management team within the organisation and to act as a change agent by driving and influencing the Service’s change programmes.
8. Direct line management responsibility for the Crew Managers within Fire control.  Indirect line management responsibility for the Fire Control Staff
9. Working with the Watch Manager B Technical and Training to support training and assessment tools required under National operational guidance.
10. Take responsibility for personal performance, including personal fitness and welfare, and the development of personal skills and knowledge to demonstrate the competence to fulfil the role.
13. To demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs.

Key Tasks

Main accountabilities
1. Provide transformational leadership to manage staff performance & development through:

•       PDR system

•       Service updates and learning outcomes.

•       Competence assessment and development

•       Competence verification

•       Working with the Watch Manager Training and Technical in the development of specific training, plans and tools under NOG.

•       Target setting and monitoring via performance framework and scorecard, supported by the Watch Manager Training and Technical

2. Communicate skills and knowledge to Service Control Crew managers in order to support the development of their personal and professional competence and to develop their capacity to manage the delivery of priority operational response objectives.

3. Provide robust and ethical leadership to manage capability or conduct issues using both informal and formal disciplinary procedures as necessary.

4. Provide quality assurance within Service Control by communicating and driving appropriate standards of performance.

5. Act as a health and safety champion and ensure safe working practices are embedded to ensure the Health, Safety and Welfare of Service personnel.

6. Contribute to the development of the Service Plan.

7. Identify and define change in work activities to ensure continuous improvement in service provision to meet future organisational needs. Continually develop practices and promote a positive attitude towards change.

Safeguarding commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.  We require you to understand and demonstrate this commitment.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience

Applicants must demonstrate within the personal statement how they meet the relevant criteria (as indicated in the table below) by the closing date for the application.

Experience/Qualifications Required
Subject
Essential/Desirable

Competent Crew Manager Control
Individual needs to be a current watch manager either in development or competent looking for transfer or a crew manager competent looking for promotion.
Essential

Level 2 Maths and English
Individual to have the equivalent of level 2 in maths and English
Desirable

Driving License
Individual must have a clean driving license or one that is acceptable to the service
Desirable

IOSH
H&S
Desirable

Knowledge

Working knowledge of Fire Control systems used within the operational activities of a fire Control
The individual must have experience and a sound working knowledge of the systems used with a fire control environment.
Essential

Fire Control specific systems- Command and Control
Knowledge of Vision 4 and the DS3000 ICCS
Desirable

Call handling skills
The individual must be able to show a working knowledge of taking emergency calls including providing ongoing support and survival guidance when required.
Essential.

IT Skills
Individuals will be expected to use computer systems and programs as part of their daily work. This is to include (not exhaustive) programmes such as Word, Excel and Teams in addition to any control specific programmes.
Desirable

Skills

Change Management
The individual should be able to demonstrate supporting change management within a team
Essential

People management
The individual should have experience of people management within a team leading by example and displaying the expected behaviour and core values of the service.
Essential

Staff Development
Experience of mentoring, assessing or coaching staff.
Desirable

Equal opportunities
Ability to demonstrate awareness and understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needs.
Essential

Safeguarding (include for roles working with children/vulnerable adults)
Demonstrate an understanding of the safe working practices that apply to this role
Essential

Equal opportunities
Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and well-being of children and young people/ vulnerable adults
Essential

Operational Watch Manager

Job Description
Job Title             Watch Manager

Reports to          Station Manager

Organisation      Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service

Salary                 £41,031 (Development)

Purpose of the Role

The position is aligned to the Fire and Rescue Service Watch Manager role map.

Primary Role and Responsibilities

Ensure that all services provided by Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service within your area of responsibility meet the Fire & Rescue statutory obligations and maintain the requisite resources to meet its Community Risk Management Plan governed by its statutory obligations under the Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, and the Fire and Rescue National Framework.

Lead and Support people to resolve all types of operational incidents effectively and safely. This includes planning to meet the needs of the incident, implementing action to meet planned objectives, closing down the operational phase of incidents and debriefing teams following incidents.

Provide leadership, management and development to support team or department staff by providing clear direction and expectations in order that they are able to perform competently in their roles against their role map and in line with team or department plans.
Carry out the responsibilities devolved as part of the Authority’s corporate governance framework.

Lead, direct, motivate and appraise staff to ensure a high level of morale and performance. Promote and lead by example on all matters relating to fairness, equality and inclusion.
Inspire, motivate and develop NFRS and its workforce so that it has a real sense of ownership of its aims and objectives, encouraging collaborative working and continual improvement in service delivery.

On behalf of NFRS, ensure appropriate involvement and contribution to local partnerships and support the delivery of better health, safety and well-being outcomes across the communities of Northamptonshire.

Develop relationships and alliances with other organisations in order to improve the overall performance of NFRS.

Support and deliver the continual cultural development of the organisation which reflects NFRS commitment to provide a positive environment for all its staff and ensure its core values are embedded.

Optimise the use of the Authorities resources ensuring robust financial and service planning and value for money.

This role outline reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder and identifies a level of responsibility at which they will be required to work.  In the interests of effective working, responsibilities may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changing needs and circumstances.

The post holder will be required to carry out any other duties that fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of these primary roles and responsibilities and which are commensurate with the grade of the post.

In accordance with legislation, this post is politically restricted and as such the post holder must refrain from being a candidate for election, an election agent or sub agent, an officer of a political party, or sub committee of such a party or canvass, speak to the public at large, publish written or artistic work or display posters in support of a political party or sub group of such a party.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

Have experience appropriate to the main responsibilities of the post.
IFE Level 3 Certificate Unit 2 Fire Service Operations and IFE Level 3 Certificate Unit 2 Fire Safety.
Completion of Level 1 incident command qualification.
Currently serving Competent Crew Manager.
Hold a current full UK Driving License.

Desirable Criteria:

Experience of working as a supervisory officer in a functional area (small department or fire station).

Experience and Knowledge:

Experience of managing at Supervisory Manager level and a track record of achievement.
Knowledge and experience of leading a team to deliver services relating to the Fire & Rescue Service, with clear evidence of achieving improved outcomes.
Knowledge of UK health and safety law and regulations
Experience of leading a team through cultural and organisational change
Proven success in establishing and maintaining a performance-oriented culture which delivers efficient and effective services.
A track record of successful partnership working and engaging with local communities.
Experience of successfully leading, managing and motivating staff and enabling them to deliver to their full potential.
Knowledge of service policies and procedures.
As this post is a supervisory management position the candidate should be aware of the expectation and demands placed upon the post holder, as such high levels of personal resilience are required.

Area Manager

Area Manager B + 28% aligned to the Gold rota and responsibilities.

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service has a number of vacancies for Area Managers and is seeking applications from ambitious individuals who can inspire and motivate the organisation to achieve our aspirations of making Northamptonshire the safest place to be, that has equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.

It is important to us that we recruit the best candidates from the widest pool of applicants to assist the service to be the best it can be. The Fire and Rescue Service has not always been seen as a career choice by many people from underrepresented groups but we recognise that diversity in an organisation is vital as it makes us stronger.

Everyone should be able to bring their whole self to work. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels included and respected, and no one is unfairly discriminated against. Our community is varied and diverse, our workforce should be too.

The appointments will be wholly based on merit, but we would really welcome applications from under-represented groups.

Applications are invited from existing Area Managers, or Middle Managers who have been assessed at Incident Command Level 2 or equivalent with demonstrable relevant experience managing operational incidents at this level and experience of working at Level 3 incidents.

The successful candidates will become one of three Area Managers with functional responsibility for a specific area of the Service.

Applications are invited from existing Area Managers, or Middle Managers who have been assessed at Incident Command Level 2 or equivalent with demonstrable relevant experience managing operational incidents at this level and experience of working at Level 3 incidents.

Applicants will need to demonstrate examples of where they have led continuous and sustained service improvement, be able to demonstrate values-based leadership and change management skills. Excellent communication and partnership-working skills are also essential.

To apply:

Please complete an application form including an evidence based supporting statement against the person specification which will be measured against the NFCC leadership behaviours.
Curriculum Vitae

Those Shortlisted will be asked to undertake:

a VCA leadership behaviours assessment
Assessment Centre comprising:Professional discussion
Stakeholder discussions
Strategic briefing
Operational assessment (if required)

If you require more information, or for an informal, confidential discussion about the role and NFRS, do not hesitate to get in touch.

Please contact:

ACO Paul Bullen Paul.Bullen@northants.pnn.police.uk 07557775225

Lisa Bryan LBryan@northantsfire.gov.uk 07786274684

ACFO Rob Porter RPorter@northantsfire.gov.uk, 07785300381

ACFO Phil Pells PPells@northantsfire.gov.uk 07557778559

Once you have completed an application form, please send over your CV to recruitment@northants.police.uk

On Call Crew Manager – South Woodham Ferrers

Post: 2 x Permanent Contract (Substantive Crew Manager Position)
Working Hours: On-Call (Agreed Contractual Hours)
Scale: Crew Manager
Location: South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5XH

We are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to apply for a station-based Crew Manager operational position at South Woodham Ferrers Fire Station, to help us deliver our mission and to help us on our journey.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with an enthusiasm for leading others. As Crew Manager at South Woodham Ferrers, you will be a role model to others on station, exemplifying professionalism and maintaining high standards.

You will be committed to the development of yourself and others: and will be prepared to support new recruits through their development journey.

As a Crew Manager on station, you will undertake a vital role supporting the service in leading the station, ensuring station activities are completed professionally and undertaking the full Role Map and responsibilities of a Crew Manager.

The successful person will also lead and manage the interaction between Firefighters and the Watch Manager to ensure planning, review, implementation, and delivery of the station business plans and other organisational operational priorities in a timely manner.

We are welcoming:

Lateral transfers from existing substantive Crew Managers.

Expressions of interest from existing competent Firefighters.

Essential criteria include that:

The applicant is competent in their current role (evidenced by completion of relevant PDR Pro)

The applicant has no current live disciplinary warnings and is not subject to being informally managed for reasons of conduct, performance or attendance.

The applicant must live within a 5 minute drive radius of the station. Post Code CM3 5XH.

The applicant has a current Fitech 42 VO2 max.

The applicant holds a current BAV&D Assessment.

The applicant holds an initial incident command level one qualification.

The applicant has successfully completed all relevant operational assessments and compulsory courses to their role.

Internal Candidates

Stage 1: All employees make their application through Civica Self Service.

Employees that are NOT engaged in the Service’s Leadership, Resourcing and Succession programme (LRS) or that have NOT yet progressed to the LRS ‘Development Pool’ commence the recruitment process at Stage 1 and are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words detailing how you meet the criteria for leading others (NFCC Leadership Framework at Crew Manager level.

Applications will be sifted. Shortlisted candidates will progress to stage 2.

Stage 2: Values based interview and presentation:

Candidates successful at stage 1 will be required to complete these assessments and employees that are already within the LRS Development Pool will automatically join the process at this stage.

Candidates that are successful at stage 2 will progress to stage 3.

Stage 3: Role Specific Assessments: Apply via Civica Self Service

Successful candidates from Stage 2 will be required to complete these assessments and employees that are already in the LRS ‘Resource Pool’ will automatically join the process at this stage.

External Candidates

Are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words detailing how you meet the criteria for leading others (NFCC Leadership Framework at Crew Manager level). Please ensure you have uploaded the supporting statement before clicking “apply”.

The closing date for this vacancy is 20/08/2023.

If you have any queries related to this role, please contact Station Manager Scott Ford to discuss.

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 firefighters 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 equalitydiversity@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, application processes and benefits via https://join.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://join.essex-fire.gov.uk/jobs/benefits/ 

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 maybe subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  

Station Cook

Closing Date: 17 August 2023 at Midnight

 

Permanent Contract, 20-Hour Week, Part-Time, Local Government Pension Scheme, Good Annual Leave Entitlement, Employee Benefits, Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health, Free Onsite Parking, Onsite Gym Facilities, Support and Serve the Local Community Alongside Dedicated Firefighters.

 

£11,704 – £12,212 per year (pro-rata)

 

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Beaconsfield Fire Station for a Station Cook to join Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service.

 

We are a busy and dedicated Fire Station, located not far from the town centre. Our team of Firefighters work tirelessly to protect and serve the community, and we are now seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Station Cook to join our team. As a vital part of our operations, you will be responsible for providing nutritious meals to our brave Firefighters.

 

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. Our vision is to make Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes one of the safest areas in England in which to live, work, and travel. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

 

About the Role

  • Prepare and cook meals for the Fire Station crew, ensuring high-quality and nutritious food.
  • Plan weekly menus with the watch-based Mess Managers, taking into account dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences of the crews.
  • Maintain inventory of food and kitchen supplies, placing orders as necessary to ensure a well-stocked kitchen.
  • Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen area.
  • Maintain accurate records and accounts for all purchases.
  • Collaborate with the Station Commander and crews to address any kitchen issues, specific dietary needs or meal preferences.
  • Occasionally assist with food preparation for special events or functions.

 

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

 

  • Flexible, reliable, and conscientious.
  • Comfortable working on their own initiative.
  • Able to plan and execute menus based on dietary requirements and preferences.

 

Qualifications and Experience

 

  • Proven experience as a cook or chef.
  • Good knowledge and understanding of Food Standard Agency guidelines.

 

Anything else you need to know…

This role would be perfect for someone who needs flexible hours to fit around family and home life, or are looking to down-scale hours due to retirement. The wellbeing of our people is really important.

 

If there are any adaptions or adjustments that we can make to assist 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.

 

Applications should be made via the e-recruitment system accessed here.

 

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

 

We are an equal opportunity employer

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.

Resource Management Unit Information Co-ordinator / Administrator

Resource Management Unit Information Co-ordinator / Administrator
6 month fixed term contract
Working Hours: 37 Hours per week with some rota’d weekend work
Salary: £26,845 – £29,439
Location: SHQ, Kelvedon Park (some working remotely will be considered)

The Role

To protect and save life, property, and the environment by being responsible for the administration and quality assurance of Essex County Fire & Rescue Service’s (ECFRS) Resource Management Unit (RMU) operational availability data. Your role will be to assist in the administrative day to day functions within the department which will include liaising with staff on fire stations, Control, and other stakeholders, managing databases, actioning emails, to ensure a timely response to data requests and the accuracy of information provided.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To operate the RMU help desk, responding to all enquiries in a timely manner
• Quality assure appliance availability data for the whole Service, ensuring that the recorded data reflects live situations at operational stations
• Maintain and update the Additional Shift workers (ASW) and Pre-Arranged Out Duty (PAOD) database
• Update and maintain information about ECFRS’s operational data in a timely and accurate manner
• Working proactively to support personnel movements, including planning in advance of shift patterns, ensuring maximum appliance availability and that personnel have sufficient time to relocate

What Are We Looking For

We are looking for someone with knowledge and experience of designing and developing administrative, statistical systems and procedures relating to operational resource management. You will be able to work independently and as part of a team, with a proven track record of analysing and interpreting information to solve problems.
Your attention to detail will be supported by good written and communication skills along with strong IT skills such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Database and Visio

Eligibility Criteria (internal and external applicants)

To be eligible to apply for the role, you must be able to demonstrate that you have:

• GCSEs Grade C or above or Key Skills Level 2 in English and Maths
• Internal Candidates – No current live disciplinary, performance or attendance management warnings, nor are you subject to any informal management for reasons of conduct or performance

The Application Process

This will be a three-part application process.

Application – Initially you will apply via our website with an attached supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be a maximum of 500 words showing us how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. We love it when our applications write thorough supporting statements so don’t be afraid to go into detail! This will give us a great understanding of your skills and experience and how well you fit the role.

Interview – The second part of the recruitment process will be a 45-minute competency-based interview with questions centred around our Service’s competency framework.

Exercise – If successfully shortlisted you will be invited to take part in a 30-minute role specific exercise which will involve creating spreadsheets, data manipulation and understanding of the data created.

Closing Date – 17 August 2023
Shortlisting – 18 August 2023
Interview Date – 24th August 2023

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 firefighters 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 equalitydiversity@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, application processes and benefits via https://join.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://join.essex-fire.gov.uk/jobs/benefits/

You can find out more about our benefits via www.essex-fire.gov.uk

Defra Flood Rescue Tactical Advisor

Background:

National Resilience provides the Flood Rescue emergency response Capability management for Defra and their Flood Rescue National Asset Register.

The voluntary Flood Rescue National Asset Register is supported by Government and Charitable organisations with approximately 100 boat teams located across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

The Flood Rescue National Asset Register also includes highly skilled Flood Rescue Tactical Advisors, who are available to provide professional advice and guidance about flood rescue assets to a Fire Rescue Service, Local Resilience Forum and/or an affected area. These teams and individuals all conform to the standards within Defra’s Flood Rescue Concept of Operations and are available to deploy across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to support large scale flooding events.

National Resilience, along with the Flood Rescue Capability Officer has responsibility for the management, quality assurance and mobilisation of the assets on the Flood Rescue National Asset Register.

The Opportunity:

Due to the retirement profile within the current Flood Rescue Tactical Advisor cadre, there are places available for suitable individuals to attend a course over the financial years 2023/24 and 2024/25.

It is anticipated that the first course will be held over 5 days (Monday-Friday) during January 2024. The course will be residential and all accommodation and meals will be provided throughout. The course will be funded and delivered by the National Resilience Flood Capability and Defra.

The Flood Rescue Tactical Advisor Acquisition course will appeal to enthusiastic, self-motivated and capable flood rescue responders, willing to undertake a dynamic voluntary role in providing national support to flood rescue operations, affected rescue organisations and regions. Pre-requisites for the role application are detailed below.

Successful completion of this course will equip the individual with the skills and knowledge required to support affected Local Resilience Forums, as listed below. This will be achieved by supplementing their existing flood rescue knowledge with a thorough understanding of the role and how it supports national level flood rescue operations.

Application Pre-requisites:

  •  Hold an in-date Module 5 (meeting the current Module 5 standard).
  •  Hold an in-date qualification at Module 2 or Module 3.
  •  Have previously completed Module 3.
  •  Have previously completed Module 4. 
  •  JESIP trained to tactical level.
  •  Experienced tactical commander.
  •   Support of your flood rescue organisation e.g. MREW, Fire & Rescue etc.
  •   Experience of Local Resilience Forums or other multi-agency groups. 
  •   Knowledge and awareness of government, non-government, Category 1 & 2 and voluntary sector involvement in flood rescue.
  •   Recognised Health & Safety qualification – minimum: IOSH or equivalent
  •   Experience of working at tactical and operational levels at water and flood incidents.

Deployment activity:

  • Provide advice on flood rescue assets/tactics, to Tactical and Strategic Commanders, primarily at Tactical Coordinating Groups (TCGs).
  • Operate at all levels of incidents as required. 
  • Credentialing assets within the Multi-Agency Strategic Holding Area (MASHA). 
  • Assess specific risks to support operational response. 
  • Provide water & flood response safety briefings to organisations, e.g. Ministry of Defence. 
  • Support the management of Host Nation Support (international assets).

Preparation and non-response activities

  •  Support regional flood working groups.
  • Support multi-agency flood plans. 
  • Support flood/water exercises. 
  • Maintain Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and maintenance of competence (MoC) as per Defra requirements.

Expression of interest:

Expressions of interest are invited from suitably qualified individuals who wish to be considered for the opportunity to attend this course.

To express an interest, please email the Flood Rescue Capability officer, whose contact details can be found on the NR website Flood Capability pages and within this Info Note.

Individuals will be sent the Flood Rescue Tactical Advisor Role Specification and Application Form. The Role Specification document outlines the qualifications and pre-requisites that individuals are required to have to be considered for the role.

Role details are also available within Defra’s 2019 FRCO.

The closing date for applications will be midday on Friday 15th September 2023.

If anyone would like to discuss the role prior to applying please contact the Flood Rescue Capability Officer – Daniel Harries whose details can be found at the beginning of this information note.

Defra Flood Rescue Capability Officer – Daniel Harries

dharries@fireresilience.org.uk 

07809544845

 

 

System Specialist (Replacement Mobilising System)

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service are looking for a System Specialist experienced in designing and implementing large-scale business system solutions and system integrations. You will have responsibilities in all phases of the project lifecycle for a new Replacement Mobilising Solution and its components.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more details relating to the role.

There will be a requirement for some travel around the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire region for which a pool car can 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 and 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 and 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.

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.

All applicants must have a valid driving license.

The closing date for completed applications is 23:59 on Sunday 27th August 2023. Interviews and Job Related tests will be held, in person, at Ilkeston Community Fire Station on Monday 11th September 2023.

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

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.