The Service is seeking to recruit a number of Area Managers on a permanent basis who will demonstrate an enthusiastic and innovative approach to the leadership of a large service area whilst upholding the service values.

This post will provide the successful candidates with the opportunity to enhance the culture and values of the FRS through the provision of effective strategic leadership. The successful candidates will also contribute to the shaping of future services provided to our communities in South Wales through strong collaboration, clear decision making and the building and maintenance of a high-performance culture. This in turn will support the development of the services role within the wider context of the public service infrastructure within Wales and the rest of the UK.

Eligibility

·       Competent Group Manager B OR Area Manager employed in a UK local authority Fire and Rescue Service

·       Skills for Justice Level 7 Award (ICL4) Strategic Incident Command pass

OR

An ICL3 command pass with a commitment to passing the full ICL4 within 6 months of commencement of an Area Manager appointment

·       Wales Strategic Command (Gold) Course OR a willingness to complete this within a reasonable timeframe of appointment

·       ILM Level 7 (or equivalent) OR willingness to complete within an agreed timeframe

·       Demonstration of suitable experience of learning within a leadership and management field at Strategic Manager level (for internal candidates this can be evidenced from the ‘Leading the Service’ Pathway or equivalent)

·       Have no live disciplinary or performance sanctions, at the point of application

Please Note: Successful candidates will be expected to provide operational cover and therefore live, or be located (whilst on duty) within the South Wales FRS Area

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Senior Health and Safety Adviser based in SFRS Headquarters Cambuslang on a permanent basis. This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week, however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share, flexible or agile working basis would be considered. 
 
The successful candidate will be required to manage a team of health and safety professionals to provide support to the Deputy Head of Safety and Assurance in ensuring the delivery of an efficient and effective Health and Safety Service to all stakeholders, as well as act as a lead in the development and implementation of HS initiatives which support the SFRS annual HS improvement plans, the Service Reset, Renew and Recovery strategy and strategic SA matters. In addition, accountability and responsibility for identifying health and safety (HS) matters to support the delivery of the SFRS strategic aims and objectives and ensure legal compliance within their designated areas of responsibilities 
 
Applicants will require to deputise for the Deputy Head of Safety and Assurance (SA) as required, actively contribute to Directorate and Functional management meetings, planning sessions and development days and under the direction of the Deputy Head of SA, develop and implement HS management system processes and projects which reflect the needs of the Service whilst ensuring statutory duties are met.  
 
They should have the ability to liaise with Heads of Function and Local Senior officers to ensure SFRS HS Policies and practices are embedded into service delivery and to develop a holistic approach to employee health and safety. This will include the identification of safety related issues, development and monitoring of key safety initiatives. Furthermore there may be a requirement to liaise with external stakeholders, including appointed safety representatives of Trade Unions, representative bodies and the Health and Safety Executive. 
 
The successful applicant should be able demonstrate experience of management responsibilities, and will be required to recruit, lead and effectively manage all employees within their area of responsibility in line with SFRS policies.

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review – in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated. 
 
This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. Therefore, the successful candidate’s will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland. 
 
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.  
 
If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk. 
 
Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment. 

Please apply by the 14th March 2025

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service has the above permanent vacancy at its Fleet and Engineering Workshops based at Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters, Forest View Business Park, Llantrisant, CF72 8LX.

As a service we operate a fleet of over 450 mixed-marque vehicles plus a large and diverse plant fleet.

The vacancy involves working as part of a team undertaking the servicing, repairs, and maintenance of the Fire and Rescue Services’ wide range of specialist vehicles, plant and equipment.

The successful candidate will have served a recognised and relevant indentured/modern apprenticeship and have a minimum City and Guilds Part 2 Motor Vehicle Craft Certificate, OR NVQ Level 3 OR equivalent. Proven post-qualification experience in the repair and maintenance of Large Goods Vehicles, auto electrical work, hydraulics, pneumatics and fabrication is also required.

The post demands participation in an ‘out of hours’ emergency stand-by rota system requiring around the clock instant response attendance at any location within and outside of the Fire and Rescue Service operating area.

• Contract: Permanent
• Grade: 9
• Salary: £33,366 to 35,235 per annum
• Hours of Work: 37
• Directorate: Fleet and Engineering
• Job Ref: 504984
• Location: South Wales Fire and Rescue Headquarters

Job Summary

Job Role Title:  Leadership and Organisational Development Facilitator

Salary:  Grade F £34,314 – £37,938

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Opening date: 19 February 2025

Closing date:  05 March 2025

Job Advert

Be part of a team dedicated to professional growth and organisational excellence. If you are proactive, innovative, and passionate about L&OD, apply today!

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking two Leadership and Organisational Development (L&OD) Facilitators to enhance leadership and organisational effectiveness. Each successful candidate will lead one of the following areas:

·         Leadership Development Programme

·         Positive Working Environment

As an L&OD Facilitator, you will design and implement development initiatives, facilitate a variety of learning and development interventions, and drive organisational growth using data insights. You will collaborate with stakeholders, support workforce planning, and embed a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits you will receive:

•  Competitive salary

•  Flexible working

•  Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays

•  Full support for ongoing professional development

•  On-site gym facilities

•  Free onsite parking

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

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

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

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

Recruitment Schedule:

Closing date:  05 March 2025

Interview and test date: 17 to 19 March 2025

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

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

Pension Considerations

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

Sponsorship

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

Job Objectives

Lead designated L&OD initiatives and contribute to broader projects.

Develop and deliver blended learning programmes.
Analyse data to inform development strategies and workplace culture improvements.

Enhance performance discussions and workforce planning efforts.
Coordinate and communicate L&OD activities across the Service.

Skills Required

• Expertise in learning and organisational development methodologies.
• Experience in designing and delivering learning and development programmes.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and analytical skills.
  Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and digital learning tools.
  Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications:

• Level 5 L&OD qualification or equivalent experience.
  Level 3 teaching/coaching qualification or equivalent.
  Level 2 Maths and English.

Job Title: ICT Service Desk Manager 
Contract: Permanent  
Working Hours: 37 hours per week* 
Salary: £48,710 – £51,802 
Location: Services Headquarters, Kelvedon Park* 
Closing Date: 28th February 2025 
 
*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility about hours 
  
The Role 
  
The Information Communications and Technology (ICT) team at Essex County Fire and Rescue deliver services that support operational staff saving and improving lives 24 hours a day. 
  
Our next ICT Service Desk Manager will lead our team of Service Desk Analysts and Field Service Engineers responding to incidents and service requests.   
  
What You Will Be Working On 
As an experienced leader of ICT service desk teams, you will enable and develop our analysts to respond to incidents and service requests, maintaining the high-quality helpful customer service we deliver to everyone in our workforce. The team provides first and second line support across all desktop and infrastructure services, computer aided dispatch and integrated communication control systems in our Fire Control room, mobilising equipment on stations and in fire appliances, along with corporate and back office systems.  
   
You will own ITIL practices such as service request fulfilment and incident management, as well as being a key participant in many other vital practices including major incident management, change and problem management.  
 
Additionally, you will work with finance and procurement teams to ensure consumable commodity stocks are maintained and suppliers of communications and network services are delivering to required SLAs. 
 
Leading on ITSM solution configuration and development, you will naturally take a user experience focussed approach, building strong working relationships across our Fire Service and with our key suppliers.  
 
Your experience, alongside your capability to absorb knowledge quickly, will enable you to be an effective member of our management escalation schedule for both business and out-of-hours technical support.  
  
What Are We Looking For? 
  
We are looking for a forward-thinking technical leader who will prioritise and oversee the activities of the service desk team.  Your proven leadership capability means you know the importance of developing your people and managing the culture.  
   
As the leader of first and second line ICT support, you will use your skillset, and the skills of your team, to efficiently respond to and resolve ICT incidents.  
  
The ideal applicant will be flexible and able to act quickly to an ever-changing landscape in technology, thriving on innovation, with a desire to drive change whilst embracing creative ideas.  
 
You should also be a strong communicator who can collaborate effectively with a wide range of audiences, including Fire Control, Operational Crews, corporate teams and third-party suppliers. 
  
How to apply  

You will be required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria of the Person Specification. You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count must not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.  
 
You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications, or a CV) should you wish. Your additional documents will be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications). 
 
Assessment and selection:  
  
The assessment and selection approach will be:  
 
Stage 1  
  
Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria)   
  
Stage 2  
  
 Role specific panel interview   
(add other activities, if required) 
 
Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Stuart Antcliff on stuart.antcliff@essex-fire.gov.uk  
 
Our Culture and Benefits 
 
Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees.  
 
You can find out more about our benefits at https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits 
 
Disability Confident 
We are an equal opportunities, Disability Confident, employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a work environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process and all applications will be considered solely on merit. 
As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues.  
Our employee forums and partners include:  
Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men’s Forum, and our Women’s Forum. In addition, we also have a female 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 Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk  
You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk 
You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via www.essex-fire.gov.uk/join-essex-fire 
 
Safeguarding 
 
Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. 
 
It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service. 
 
You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults. 
 
The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying. 
 
This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  

Job reference: REQ000341

Closing date: 12/03/2025

We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking HR leader who is eager to help transform our people function.

Are you a strategic HR professional with extensive experience?

Do you have strong planning, transformational, and organisational skills to lead the HR function. Can you ensure it aligns with organisational goals and empower your team to create a positive, inclusive workplace culture while managing complex projects and driving change?

If so, we want to hear from you! Apply now!

About the role

You will lead the People function, ensuring strategic HR management at a corporate level. Your leadership will drive performance that aligns with our mission, vision, and values. Leading meaningful change, fostering a culture of inclusion, innovation, and excellence. Your work will empower every team member, ensuring they feel valued and supported in their growth and development.

As a key member of the Service’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will act as the strategic HR advisor, providing expert guidance on complex HR and people management issues to the Executive Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, Fire Authority, and other stakeholders.

Your role will ensure the Service adheres to all relevant legislation, policies, and best practices, safeguarding both the organisation and its employees. Additionally, you will contribute to regional HR strategy and policy, promoting collaboration across the sector.

You will be responsible for a dynamic team of competent specialists. Your role will encompass a broad spectrum of HR functions, ensuring a great people experience. This includes supporting employee relations, HR policy development, HR operations, employee engagement, payroll, pensions, recruitment, selection, workforce planning, succession planning, occupational health, and effective organisational performance.

Key Responsibilities

– Provide strategic leadership by developing and delivering the people strategy aligned with the Service’s objectives and the national framework document, collaborating with the Senior Leadership Team to drive high performance, employee engagement, while ensuring HR compliance and embedding inclusivity.
– Oversee and manage all services within the People function, providing expert advice to the Fire Authority, and Executive and Senior Leadership Teams as required in accordance with best practice and legislation.
– Provide visible leadership, coaching, and team development to build a high-performing People team with the right structure and skills.
– Ensure HR compliance with corporate governance including risk management, audit requirements and inspection regimes working closely with trade unions and staff associations.
– Utilise people data and analytics to inform strategic decisions, provide statistical returns and measure the effectiveness of people initiatives through developing and monitoring key performance indicators.
– Promote effective internal and external stakeholder engagement to develop partnerships including formal and informal consultation mechanisms within the area of responsibility and harness positive relationships with the recognised trade unions.
– Maintain control of the People budgets in accordance with the Service Revenue Budget Management arrangements and procedures. Preparing and submitting annually, expenditure and estimates in respect of capital and revenue within the functional areas of responsibility. To create and gain approval of budgets in support of plans and projects and actively contribute to the wider organisation budget setting processes.

About you

Your ingenuity and critical thinking will enable you to deliver efficient, people-centered, and data-led HR services. You must understand People systems, policies, and processes. As a strategic thinker, you will positively influence senior colleagues, be a role model, motivator, and uphold strong values. High emotional and cultural intelligence, flexibility, and resilience are essential. You will adapt to changing demands while remaining calm and focused. As an authentic communicator with confidence, you will lead quality conversations, inspire continuous improvement, and promote an inclusive workplace.

You will have:

– Chartered MCIPD level or equivalent professional HR qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience.
– Significant and broad strategic HR experience in a unionised environment.
– Significant experience of leading and managing HR Functions effectively to achieve organisational priorities, including developing and implementing a People strategy.
– An understanding of Local Government.
– Significant working knowledge of employment law, sensitive high-profile casework, HR best practice and industrial.
– Demonstrate openness to change and the capability of transforming ideas into action and reality through project management.
– In-depth experience in managing HR contracts and overseeing budgetary responsibilities.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both verbally and in writing, capable of engaging, influencing and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at a strategic level.
– Understanding of management information systems and information technology within an HR environment.
Current full driving licence with no pending issues.

For more details on the key responsibilities and essential criteria required for the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Why work with us

We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. A few of our benefits include:

– Hybrid working patterns
– Local Government Pension Scheme
– Holiday allowance of 25 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days* after 5 years’ service and 32 days after 10 years’ service (*pro rata if part time or irregular working pattern)
– Free onsite parking
– Instant access to ‘Lifestyle Savings’ platform includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailers
– Eligible to sign up to ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street.

How to apply

If this role is of interest, please visit our website https://www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. You can view our online booklet here: Head of People | Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service

To apply, please complete our online application form and attach an up-to-date CV (maximum three pages) detailing your full career history and qualifications. Additionally, ensure you complete the supporting statement section, demonstrating how you meet all the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification within the Job Description.

If you are a dynamic, strategic HR leader who is excited about the opportunity to influence, design, and deliver major transformational and organisational change, we encourage you to apply. If you have any questions or would like to arrange an informal discussion, please do not hesitate to contact our recruitment team at recruitment@bedsfire.gov.uk

KEY DATES

Closing date: Wednesday 12 March 2025

Please ensure you submit your application before the closing date. Once submitted, you will receive an automated confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please log into the system to verify that your application has been successfully submitted and received. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team at recruitment@bedsfire.gov.uk

Shortlisting date: Thursday 13 March 2025

We carefully review all applications against the person specification contained within the job description. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application at this stage.

Online Psychometric Assessments: 14 – 19 March 2025

The online psychometric testing will assess your preferences, motives, talents, and interpersonal leadership behaviours. It will also include a situational judgment exercise to evaluate your preferences and judgment regarding different leadership styles. Additionally, there will be an aptitude assessment measuring your verbal, numerical, and abstract reasoning skills.

As part of this process, we will schedule a telephone appointment for you, known as a validatory discussion, with an occupational psychologist. During this call, the psychologist will explore your outcomes in more detail.

The results of these psychometric assessments will be used to shape the questions for your personal interview in the next stage.

Full details and guidance will be provided to you, and you will not need to attend our site for this part.

Selection process: 24 and 28 March 2025

If you are successful at the shortlisting stage, you will be given a date for the selection process, which will take place on either the 24th or 28th of March. You will only need to attend in person on one of these dates; however, we kindly ask that you keep both days available until your specific date is confirmed.

The selection process will include various elements, and further details will be provided in advance.

At Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, we are not all the same, and that’s our greatest strength. We draw on what brings us together, not our differences. We expect our staff to model our service values.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce that reflects our diverse communities across Bedfordshire. We welcome applications from all parts of our communities and are particularly keen to hear from underrepresented groups.

This post is exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2023. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions that are otherwise considered ‘spent’ under the Act.

The appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance at the level required for the role.

The selection process has been designed to be fair and to give everyone an opportunity to demonstrate their suitability to be our Head of People. If you need any reasonable adjustments in the application process, please let us know.

Fire Safety Inspecting Officer
Grade 7 – £31,586 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent

We are looking for Fire Safety Inspecting Officers to join our Protection Team. The primary role will be to ensure compliance with the Fire Safety Order 2005. This will include auditing premises, giving advice and carrying out building regulations consultations.

We are looking for applicants who have well developed written and verbal communication skills with a minimum or 4 GCSE passes at A-C (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths. Previous experience of carrying out audits/inspections and delivering talks to groups is essential.  To apply for this position applicants will either have a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or will be required to commit to work towards this qualification within a specified timescale.  The successful candidate should also be willing to undertake any other courses and qualifications applicable to this role.

Excellent interpersonal skills are required as the role will be dealing with members of the public on a daily basis.  A full valid driving licence is also essential.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check before the appointment is confirmed.

For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact:

GM Alec Thomas Alec.Thomas@shropshirefire.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 4 March 2025. 

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to equality and diversity at work. We positively welcome applications from disabled people and minority groups who are under-represented in our Service.  For the health and safety of our employees, we operate a no smoking policy

Benefits:

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

Hours:  Full Time 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days, flexible working, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local

A permanent role has come up in the Facilities Department for a Facilities Co-ordinator. We are looking for an additional individual to join the Facilities team who can deliver focused service delivery in maintaining secure, safe and functional working environments within the RBFRS estates portfolio.

You will be working as part of a close team to achieve set objectives by ensuring high standards are delivered across both hard and soft services at all times by undertaking site management of mandatory compliance inspections including reporting, recording, planning and completion.

The role also requires the coordination of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance and support of customer services. Coordination of contract management and liaison with approved contractors to review contractual performance, addressing of queries in a timely and effective manner, submitting purchase orders (PO’s) for the delivery of services in line with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) and contracts under financial budgetary controls.

The key focus of this role is:

• Act as the main point of contact for RBFRS sites that are allocated to the role for the management of defect reporting and compliance tasks regarding hard and soft services.
• Completing regular site visits to liaise with internal customers and to ensure statutory inspections have been completed and monitor the standards of third parties’ contractual tasks.
• Maintain effective communications with workplace managers to ensure that they are made aware of planned events, contractor visits and work programmes.
• Responsible for the upkeep of facilities maintenance records and project files, including all test records against allocated RBFRS sites to the role.
• Investigate reported defects to determine appropriate action to complete repairs on a daily basis and planning corrective action against the defect category.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• Excellent communication skills with people at all levels, both internally and externally, remaining tactful and diplomatic at all times.
• Experience of both hard and soft Facilities Service.
• Ability to make decisions within own area of responsibility, demonstrating strategic thinking skills and to effectively cope with complex building repairs.
• High level of IT skills, including report writing and data entry.
• Excellent self-management, with good planning and organisational skills to work on own initiative. Ability to analyse and identify possible causes of problems and implement solutions to minimise future occurrence.
• Current full UK/EU driving licence.

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

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

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

Please see the link to the Job Profile/Person Specification

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service.

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

For further details about the role or to simply discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Michelle Halliwell, Facilities Manager at halliwellm@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Closing date for applications 17:00 hours on Friday 14 March 2025

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will run week commencing 24 March 2025 

Anticipated start date:  28 April 2025 (tbc).

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.

Please view our Applicant Privacy Statement

Our Commitments:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Please view our Safer Recruitment Statement.