Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Officer

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Officer

Grade 9 – £37,938 per annum

37 hours per week

23 months Fixed-Term Contract / Secondment

Are you passionate about creating inclusive workplaces and driving meaningful change? We’re looking for a dynamic and dedicated EDI Officer to lead and champion Equality, Diversity & Inclusion across Shropshire Fire & Rescue Service and the vital services we provide to our communities.

As our EDI Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping, driving and delivering our EDI strategy and EDI plan. Working collaboratively across all levels of the organisation, you’ll embed inclusive practices, raise awareness, and ensure our policies reflect our commitment to equality, fairness and inclusion to ensure our employees thrive.

You’ll lead on the design and delivery of EDI programmes, guided by data and compliance with the equality act, provide expert advice on legislation and best practice, create Service wide advisory documents and policies. Working closely with senior leaders, through the EDI steering group and during key projects, along with other strategic plans.  Embedding inclusive practices and change. You will manage the work of the EDI team and support the internal employee ‘Voices Group’.

We’re looking for a confident strong communicator and strategic thinker with an understanding of EDI/HR principles and legislation. You should thrive in collaborative environments and have experience at supervisory management and be able to demonstrate effective delivery of change-focused projects.

Ideally applicants will be working towards a L5 qualification (or equivalent) in HR, a CMI Level 5 in managing EDI, or considerable relevant experience in EDI with demonstrable involvement in equality, diversity and inclusion of opportunity, along with knowledge of policy development and legislation.

If you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. In return, we offer a modern working environment, high levels of employee engagement, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, and access to a range of contributory benefits.

📌 Please note: Applications will be shortlisted based on how well they meet the criteria in the person specification, so please ensure your application clearly reflects this.

For an informal chat about the role, contact the HR Team on 01743 260200.

For the full job description and to apply, visit: WMJobs | SFRS

Closing date for applications: 06 August 2025

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to equality and diversity at work. We positively welcome applications from disabled people and minority people who are underrepresented in our Service.

Project Officer

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Project Officer

Salary: E £31,022 – £34,434

Contract Type: 18 Month Fixed Term Contract

Working Pattern: Full Time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Closing date: 23:59 13 August 2025

Job Advert Text

An exciting opportunity to join a forward-looking ICT Team delivering quality technical solutions to a Blue Light Service.

Working alongside our experienced Project Managers, you will help ensure that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service can securely deliver services to our communities 24/7. You will have the opportunity to support a project delivering a system to support our essential Fire Prevention and Community Safety work. As part of our project Team within the ICT department, you will be working with Service Colleagues to deliver quality and cost-effective change.

The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience. You must be capable of working closely with our Project Manager and following our established Project Governance model. You will be able to work in time-sensitive situations, producing quality output for a variety of stakeholders.

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. You too can help Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service ensure “Safer People, Safer Places” for communities in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

If the successful candidate is a current substantive post holder within the organisation, the appointment will be treated as a temporary internal transfer.

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.

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

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion

• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme

• British Sign Language Charter

• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether applying/accepting this position 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 the 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.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

Closing date: 23:59 13 August 2025

Interview and test date: W/C 1st September 2025

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework.

The highest level relevant to the role is detailed in the person specification, and you may be required to demonstrate competence at any level up to and including that. The interview will include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability for the position. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

Job Objectives

Assist in the delivery of change through Project Management and Business Analysis to enhance the performance of LFRS.

Skills Required

  • You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling you to work effectively with colleagues at all levels both in person and on the telephone.
  • Demonstrates ability to manage multiple workstreams and adapt to changing priorities, ability to be flexible to the demands of the role.
  • Proven ability to engage with users to gather detailed information, enabling accurate mapping of current (as-is) and future (to-be) processes, and developing requirements documentation.
  • Ability to generate and propose a variety of solutions to address problems effectively.
  • Business focus sufficient to apply information systems and technology to improve the efficiency of our operations.
  • Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Prince 2 Foundation or equivalent and/or a Business Analyst qualification is desirable but not essential.

HR People Partner

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, an organisation that is passionate about changing and saving lives. Our corporate staff are absolutely vital in helping to make our communities safer and healthier. Without them, we couldn’t do it.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits and strive to ensure that staff are valued and rewarded. For example, we offer a flexi time scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, a generous annual leave allowance, a variety of family friendly schemes including 39 weeks’ full pay during maternity leave (subject to qualifying criteria) and health & well-being services.

As a HR People Partner you will:

  • Develop relationships with, and provide support to, managers within the Service ensuring best practice is implemented, working closely with them to deliver their objectives and to enable delivery of the business plan.
  • Provide advice, support and guidance on employee relations issues such as conflict resolution, mediation, investigation, disciplinary, grievance, capability and attendance/sickness issues together with flexible working requests, maternity/paternity related matters, redundancy, job design and restructures to ensure a consistent and fair approach in each case.
  • Ensure line managers can effectively apply HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are up to date, consistently applied and have an understanding of their importance.
  • Support key stakeholders in all areas of leadership development, coaching, performance management and succession planning.

What makes you our ideal HR People Partner?

  • Qualified Member level of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (MCIPD) or able to demonstrate a significant level of graduate calibre experience at this level.
  • Previous experience of working in a business partner role and providing HR support and advice on a wide range of employee relations and other HR matters to ensure added value in meeting business objectives.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and experience of applying it and advising on best practice HR ensuring organisational risk is minimised.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong, professional and credible working relationships at all levels within the organisation.

For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the job description and person specification.

On-call Crew Manager Maldon (2 Positions Available)

Job Title: On-call Crew Manager Maldon (2 Positions Available)
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: On-call (Agreed Contractual Hours)
Salary: £6,265.05 (On-call Crew Manager, Substantive) *
Location: Maldon Fire Station
Closing Date: 5th August 2025

*Salary dependant on hours worked, please see On-call Annual Retainer

Are you ready to take the next step in your firefighting career? Essex Fire & Rescue Service is seeking dedicated and motivated Crew Managers at Maldon Fire Station to lead, inspire, and make a real difference in our communities.

As a Crew Manager, you’ll play a vital role in operational leadership, community safety, and team development. You’ll be responsible for leading crews at incidents, supporting community engagement, and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualified and Experienced: You must hold Incident Command Level 1 and have been a competent firefighter for at least 12 months.

Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leading teams, developing others, and managing operational incidents.

Community Focused: A strong understanding of how to inform and educate the public to improve safety awareness.

Analytical and Organised: Skilled in investigating incidents, reporting findings, and using evidence to improve future practices.

Excellent Communicator: Confident in both written and verbal communication, with strong ICT skills.

Flexible and Committed: Willing to travel across the county and work flexibly to meet service needs.

Eligibility: 
Hold a substantive role as a Firefighter for a minimum of twelve months, or are Firefighter (or equivalent), within a UK Fire and Rescue Service

Have successfully completed all relevant operational assessments and compulsory courses, and are competent in your current role

The applicant must live or work within a 5-minute drive radius of the station. (Post Code: CM9 6SH)

The applicant must hold a current BAV&D Assessment

Not be subject to any current live disciplinary or performance warnings, nor be subject to any informal management for reasons of conduct or performance

Have a valid and current FiTech of 42 VO2 max

Hold a valid Level 1 Incident Command

Have a valid service medical

How to apply  

You will be required to submit a CV detailing a minimum of five years employment and / or education history, along with a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria detailed in 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 of your supporting statement should not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications) should you wish. Your CV and 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 of the Crew Manager Person Specification)

Stage 2: 
Operational exam
Operational practical scenario assessment
Role Specific Interview

If you have any queries related to this role, please contact T/Station Manager Ian Ryder to discuss.

You can find the NFCC Leadership Framework here: NFCC_Leadership_Framework_Final.pdf (nationalfirechiefs.org.uk)

And guidance around the Code of Ethics here:
Core Code of Ethics England Guidance May 21 V0.pdf (ukfrs.com)
 
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

Important Information for Firefighter Pension Scheme Pensioners

If you are currently in receipt of a pension from the Firefighter Pension Scheme, please note that taking up this role may affect your pension. Under pension abatement rules, if your earnings in this role, when combined with your pension, exceed your pre-retirement salary (adjusted for inflation), your pension may be reduced.

For further guidance, please contact our Pensions team on 01376 576799 or email mailbox.pensions@essex-fire.gov.uk.
 
Safeguarding 
Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

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

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

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

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

Assistant Chief Fire Officer

At Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue (LFR) we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and ideas drives innovation and strengthens our ability to work together for safer communities. 

Based at the joint Fire and Police Headquarters in Nettleham, you’ll work closely with councillors, colleagues across Lincolnshire County Council, and partner agencies to drive forward innovation and improvement.

As a Principal Officer at LFR, you’ll provide strategic leadership and help shape a unified, forward-thinking organisation. LFR takes pride in its strong collaborations with Police, Ambulance Services, and regional fire partners – partnerships that are central to delivering lasting impact for the communities we serve. Your leadership will support the delivery of our shared vision and objectives, aligned with both Lincolnshire County Council and Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue’s business plans.

About Us:

LFR is driven by a clear purpose: Working together to keep our communities safer. This purpose is at the heart of everything we do and is the golden thread that runs through and drives every decision we take, investment we make, our plans and actions now and in the future.

About the Role:

This is a pivotal and high-impact leadership role at the heart of LFR and Lincolnshire County Council (LCC). As an Assistant Chief Fire Officer (ACFO), you will shape and deliver strategic priorities, working closely with elected Members, senior leaders, and key partners at local, regional, and national levels.

You will contribute to the development and implementation of service strategies that reflect the Council’s vision, ensuring your portfolio delivers efficient, high-performing services that provide real value to our communities. You’ll drive forward innovation, champion continuous improvement, and provide clear direction across your area of responsibility.

This is a highly collaborative role, requiring a visible, inspiring leader who thrives in a complex environment – someone who can motivate teams, manage performance, uphold high standards, and navigate competing priorities. You’ll help shape the future of LFR while playing a key part in delivering the Council’s wider ambitions.

Operationally competent candidates will also provide strategic command during incidents on a rotational basis, offering gold or silver-level leadership where required.

As a member of the Chief Officer Group, and a trusted Assistant Chief Fire Officer, you’ll help lead cultural change, promote equality, and ensure services meet both statutory requirements and the evolving needs of our communities.

About You:

We are seeking an individual who has the tenacity, enthusiasm and passion required of a strategic leader in a modern fire and rescue service. The role requires sound knowledge and experience of fire and rescue service delivery, operational command at all levels, integrated risk management planning, business, financial and succession planning, performance and people management and partnership working.

You’ll need to be politically astute, experienced in partnership working and be able to evidence translating strategy into activity. We are looking for a natural leader who will demonstrate and bring to life our values-based culture.

We welcome applications from

  • Substantive ACFO’s or Substantive and fully competent Area Managers with a minimum of 12 months experience in role.
  • Applicants must be assessed as competent to operate as Multi Agency Gold Incident Command or ICL level 4, with proven relevant experience managing operational incidents at this level.
  • Applicants must be able to demonstrate experience of operating effectively at strategic level and have a track record of achievement.
  • Applicants will need to evidence how they meet the essential criteria detailed in the person specification. 

In return for your experience, skills and qualities you will receive excellent support from the team and an opportunity to further develop.

About the Process:

Applicants are required to submit their CV along with clearly demonstrating how they meet the criteria outlined in the ACFO Person Specification, which is available in the attachments to this advert. Please use the Personal Statement section to provide specific, evidence-based examples of your experience, skills, and achievements that align with the person specification.

Your statement should be no more than 2,000 words in total.

Once the advert opens, you’ll have until the closing date to submit your application. Following this, we’ll review all submissions through an initial sift. If successful, you’ll be invited to complete psychometric testing to help us better understand your strengths. Those who progress will also be invited to the full selection process, which include; an interview, presentation, an employee panel and a stakeholder panel. If you’re selected, we’ll make a formal offer and begin pre-employment checks to welcome you onboard!

For an informal and in confidence discussion, prior to the application deadline, please contact:

Chief Fire Officer, Mark Baxter on 07799110463

Procurement Assistant

Benefits:

Salary:  £32,654 – £37,035 per annum (pay award pending),

Grade 4

Hours:  Full Time – 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

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

Other information about our benefits can be found here

About the role:

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) has a reputation of excellence, an organisation who invests in the development and wellbeing of their employees, has a diverse and inclusive environment and offers flexible working arrangements so our teams can achieve a good work life balance.

About you:

Specifically, we are seeking a motivated and engaging individual for the position of Procurement Assistant, someone who will assist the procurement and Finance team in delivering high quality services, someone who enjoys working as part of a team and has a ‘can do’ attitude.

The successful candidate will provide excellent customer satisfaction to all the RBFRS’s customers and will be able to resolve enquiries quickly and courteously.

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

  • Assist Procurement Lead in evaluation meetings advising stakeholders of process requirements
  • Assist to identify procurement risks and take action with the relevant stakeholders to mitigate
  • Assist to monitor, maintain and prepare reports detailing contract awarded and savings achieved
  • Assist in preparing procurement procedures and template documents.
  • Assist high value complex and collaborative procurement projects
  • Prepare tender evaluation spreadsheets

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

  • A good understanding of Public Contract regulations and legislation
  • Good numeracy and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word and Excel)
  • CIPS Level 4 qualification
  • Awareness of procurement and purchasing
  • Awareness of the role of procurement within a public body
  •  

Application and selection process

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

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

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

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

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

For further details about the role please contact Irene Kema Onyeri, Deputy Head of Finance and Procurement at kemai@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

If you have any queries about the application process or to discuss any adaptations or adjustments, we can make to assist you in your application please contact Amanda Gavin at gavina@rbfrs.co.uk or by phone 01189 4550 for 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 23:59 hours 4 August 2025

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview will be held on 8 August 2025

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 on application

Our Commitments:

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

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

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

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

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

To find out more: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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

Please view our Safer Recruitment Statement  on application.

Group Manager (B)

Job Information

We are interested to seek out highly motivated and experienced candidates at competent Station Manager levels, as well as inviting applications from existing Group Managers from across the fire sector.

We are preparing for Group Manager vacancies across the service. The current Group Manager roles within NFRS are responsible for leading the following departments – Fire Safety, Technical Services, Training Assurance and Safety (TAS), and Community Risk and Response (CRR).

Northumberland is the northernmost county of England, bordering Cumbria, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and the Scottish Borders with 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 across over 5,000 sq. Km, one of the largest counties in England. Northumberland County Council is seeking to appoint to a key post within Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service.

The post holder will be part of the senior management team to support the delivery of our ambitious plans to ensure that we really are a “land of great opportunities”. They will be expected to help deliver an ambitious improvement programme across all parts of the service.

You will be expected to:

  • Support the aspirations of both the County Council and the Fire and Rescue Service by enabling further integration within the County Council and developing our offering to our communities.
  • Lead on the services continuous improvement strategies while supporting a positive and innovative organisational culture.
    Demonstrate exceptional leadership skills aligned to the ‘Leading the Function’ elements of the NFCC Leadership Framework.
  • Lead change in a complex and evolving environment.
  • Have excellent communication skills and an ability to engage constructively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Have demonstrated high levels of ability with regard to the implementation and management of key projects
    Model our values and behaviours; promoting a culture which embraces collaboration, inclusivity, high performance and wellbeing, and you will strive to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
  • Manage and lead operational incidents as Incident Commander, or in other incident command support roles in accordance with the requirements of EFSM2 and local standard operating procedures.
  • Provide emergency response across all areas of Northumberland and be conditioned to our Flexi Duty Officer Rota. The requirement of providing a base within the service will be discussed with those candidates who may consider applying from outside of Northumberland.

For further information please see the Job Description in the supporting documents attached to this advert.

If you are interested in this exciting role, we would welcome an informal discussion with you. For an informal discussion about the role please contact:

Mr Steve Kennedy, Temporary Deputy Chief Fire Officer on 07771865875 or Email: stephen.kennedy@northumberland.gov.uk

We are offering a salary range of £69,292 to £76,816 depending upon experience which includes a pensionable supplement of 20% of the basic pay for working on the flexible duty system.

Closing date for applications will be midnight on 24th of August 2025.

Group discussions, interviews, and presentations will take place across the weeks commencing the 1st, 8th and 15th of September 2025.

On conclusion of this process a small talent pool will be generated to support our future senior management team retirement profile across the next 12-18 months.

We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:

  • Being conditioned to the flexi duty officer rota where a vehicle will be provided whilst on duty.
  • Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands.
  • Staff networks – run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development, e.g., Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), Carers, LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing, Race Equality.

Civil Contingencies Officer

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Civil Contingencies Officer based at Thornton Offices, Fife on a permanent basis.   
 
This is a part time post working 18 hours per week, however applications from individuals seeking to work on a flexible working basis would be considered.  
 
The successful candidate will be required to develop and implement arrangements for all internal and external stakeholders involved in emergency preparedness within the remit of Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, ensuring that key players can fulfil their operational roles and responsibilities.  They will guide and advise Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Senior Officers on Business Continuity issues and will implement the requirements of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and subsequent legislation and regulations. 
 
Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the recruitment information pack.  
 
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.   
 
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. 
 
Appointment to this post is subject to security vetting and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo UK Security Vetting at Security Check (SC) Level. 
 
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. 

Employee Relations Investigator

Employee Relations Investigator.

Fire Service Headquarters / Hybrid Working.

£33,366 to £36,124 per annum (pay award pending).

37 hours per week.

Maternity cover for a minimum of 9 months to mid-July 2026, possibly for 12 months to mid-October 2026.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the country’s leading Fire and Rescue Services.

We serve a population of more than two million people spread over almost 800 square miles. We are an organisation where everyone is encouraged, trusted and supported to play their part in promoting safety and wellbeing across all communities in West Yorkshire.

We’re looking for a motivated Employee Relations Investigator to join our People and Culture Team to cover a period of maternity leave.

In this role you’ll work on a wide range of complex ER cases, including grievances, disciplinary investigations and appeals. This would suit someone who’s either gained employee relations through people management or has a keen interest in ER and HR and wants to build a career in this area of the business. It may also suit someone who is not currently working in HR but can demonstrate investigative skills and experience.

You don’t need to be an expert in ER and employment law; the team can help you with that. What’s more important to us is that you’re passionate about getting the right results for our colleagues and the wider business, are inquisitive, people centric and have great communication skills.

You will manage a caseload of multiple investigations, working both autonomously and collaboratively with fellow team members. Additionally, you will work with HR Business Partners, Senior Managers and Trade Unions and will interact with employees at all levels of the service, helping to build trust, understanding and transparency and instil confidence in our employee relations function.

We offer an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly policies, 37 hour week flexible working arrangements, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Job share applicants are welcome to apply.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of a current valid driving licence.

For further details and to apply online please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers.

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 10th August 2025, with interviews taking place Friday 22nd August 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially & ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

We are a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.

Fire Engineering and Consultations Team Manager

We are seeking a self-motivated and conscientious fire safety professional to lead our specialist Fire Engineering and Consultations Team (FECT). This team are responsible for advising on the adequacy of fire safety measures in a wide range of new-build and renovation projects across Hampshire & Isle of Wight, as well as assisting our Protection Delivery teams in undertaking fire safety audits in complex premises.

Job Details:
Salary Range: £52,805 – £56,724 per annum, plus Market Supplement of £4,000 may be available dependant on experience and qualifications

Work Location: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service HQ, Eastleigh

Hours per week: 37

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 29 August 2025

For more details please contact: victoria.strowger@hantsfire.gov.uk

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