Experienced Fire Safety Inspector

Salary and Grade:  £35,411- £40,478 per annum, Grade 5

Hours of Work – 37 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Location – Protection offices located in Reading, Newbury, Wokingham and Maidenhead – travel may be required across the South of England

Excellent annual leave allowance of 27 Days and Flexible Working

Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is currently recruiting an experienced and qualified Fire Safety Inspector. This is a great opportunity to work for a Public Service provider who invests in the development and wellbeing of employees. We offer flexible working arrangements so our teams can achieve a good work life balance.

As a member of the Protection Team, the post holder will contribute the work of the Building Safety Regulator and the Corporate Aims of the Fire Authority through the enforcement of fire safety legislation by auditing and advising on the fire safety measures in existing locations, planned structures and events.  The work is also crucial for protecting the environment, our heritage buildings and protecting healthy business growth, which will be affected by building fire losses.

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

The key focus of this role is:

• Providing fire safety and prevention advice and guidance
• Assessing risks associated with fire in relevant premises
• Evaluating hazards
• Auditing premises and plans in simple, complex and regulated buildings
• Contributing to fire safety solutions and issuing informal and formal fire safety required action notices where needed and when appropriate
• Working closely with local authority and private sector building control bodies to jointly agree appropriate fire safety standards in new buildings and extended existing buildings
• Consulting with the local licensing authority on all new licensing applications and variations where changes could have implications on the fire safety
• Supporting operational incident commanders at operational incidents involving fire with safety information regarding fire safety requirements and how these can support safe firefighting operations.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

The successful applicant will need to have achieved a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or be able to demonstrate that they have an equivalent qualification with an appropriate level of experience.

Applicants must possess a full driving licence and the daily use of a car is required for which an allowance is paid.

Application and selection process

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

Please see the link to the Job Profile.

For further details about the role please contact Tregear Thomas at thomast@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

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

Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours on 5th March 2023

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run week commencing 13th March 2023

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

Please view our privacy notice via this link Applicant Privacy Statement

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

Equality, diversity and inclusion are more than just words for us. That’s why we are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels included and respected, and where no one is unfairly discriminated against. All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Employer – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview.

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

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

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

Trainee Fire Safety Advisor

Starting Salary: £24,054 – Grade 3

Rising to £35,411 (Grade 5) upon achieving competence as a Fire Safety Inspector in accordance with the NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators

Location – Protection offices located in Reading, Newbury, Wokingham and Maidenhead – travel maybe required across the South of England

37 hours per week

Excellent annual leave allowance of 27 Days and Flexible Working

Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

Are you looking for challenging yet rewarding career where you can be directly involved in protecting your community? If so we have just the role for you.

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is currently recruiting trainee Fire Safety Inspecting Officers to support the work of the Building Safety Regulator.  You will follow a detailed and comprehensive training and development programme gaining the nationally recognised qualifications and experience you need to demonstrate competence as a Fire Safety Inspector.

Upon successful completion of the development process in line with the NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators, the post holder will progress to the role of Fire Safety Inspector. You will then contribute fully to the work of the Building Safety Regulator and Corporate Aims of the Fire Authority through the enforcement of fire safety legislation by auditing and advising on the fire safety measures in existing premises, planned structures and events.  The work you will be involved in will also be crucial for protecting the environment, our heritage buildings and healthy business growth, which can be adversely affected by building fire losses.

The successful applicant will be able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people and communicate complex information in a clear and logical manner. You will also have the ability to gather, analyse, use and share data to inform risk assessment. You must be able to plan and prioritise work and be able to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.

On achieving competence as a Fire Safety Inspecting Officer you will be responsible for:

–           Providing fire safety and prevention advice and guidance

–           Assessing risks associated with fire in relevant premises

–           Evaluating hazards

–           Auditing premises and plans in simple, complex and regulated buildings

–           Contributing to fire safety solutions and issuing informal and formal fire safety required action notices where needed and when appropriate

–           Working closely with local authority and private sector building control bodies to jointly agree appropriate fire safety standards in new buildings and extended existing buildings

–           Supporting operational incident commanders at operational incidents involving fire with safety information regarding fire safety requirements and how these can support safe firefighting operations.

In return, you can expect a generous benefits package including 24 days Holiday (up to 27 days on completion of training), flexible working, on-site gym facilities and pension scheme. Applicants must possess a full driving licence and the daily use of a car is required for which an allowance is paid.

Application Process

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

Ensure to reference the job profile in your application form.

Please see the link to the Job Profiles

Please view our privacy notice via the link below:

Applicant Privacy Statement

For further details about the role please contact Tregear Thomas at thomast@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

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

Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours on 5th March 2023

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run week commencing 13th March 2023

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

Equality, diversity and inclusion are more than just words for us. That’s why we are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels included and respected, and where no one is unfairly discriminated against. All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Employer – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview.

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

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

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

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

Equality, diversity and inclusion are more than just words for us. That’s why we are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels included and respected, and where no one is unfairly discriminated against. All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Employer – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview.

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

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

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

PA (Administrative Support) to Area Managers

Job Summary

Job Role Title: PA (Administrative Support) to Area Managers

Salary:  Grade E (scp 17-23) £26,845 – £30,151 per annum

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week:

37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Further Information

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service have been recognised  as ‘good’  by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate for Constabulary’s and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) for the way it supports and looks after its people.  As part of this progressive organisation, you will play a key role in supporting the work of the executive team and will need an excellent working relationship with all of its members.

The PA team work closely together.  The successful candidate will be expected to support and deputise when required, working flexibly to achieve outcomes and will be someone who has the ability to build relationships both internally and external to our organisation.  You would be expected to be able to communicate with people in a clear but respectful manner.

As admin support to our five Area Managers, you will need to be able to work both under direction, and using your own initiative in managing your own workload.  The successful individual would be expected to maintain confidentiality and have an understanding of the principles of the general data protection regulations (GDPR).

The successful applicant will need to be experienced in using the Microsoft Office Suite and be comfortable in minuting and note taking at meetings as well as diary and event management.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual, who understands and upholds the values of our organisation.  The successful candidate will be working in an environment where there is an expectation that all members of the staff are positive, professional and honest.

The Service is committed to inclusion at all levels and you will need to understand and actively support these values.

Opening date:  15th February 2023

Closing date:  1st March 2023

Interview and test date: 16th March 2023

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlement plus public holidays, public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules), on-site gym facilities, free onsite parking, access to an emergency services discount card and use of our occupational health unit. You will also be supported with further training as required.

You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), this 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 (ENEI)
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asians in the Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

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

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

Station Manager Talent Pipeline

Applications are invited from competent, experienced, substantive Watch Managers and temporary and substantive Station Managers for our Station Manager Talent Pipeline. The Service is looking for individuals who will put our communities first, act with integrity, dignity and respect and be positive role models, actively promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.

To be considered for this pipeline, applicants will need to provide or evidence the following:

• A completed PER34 application form
• Continuing professional development
• A current Performance Development Review
• They meet all the essential criteria within the person specification and any other criteria included in the advert
• You will be required to pass a medical and fitness test commensurate with the appropriate operational role for HFRS personnel*
• No outstanding disciplinary or performance sanctions*

*These will form part of the pre-employment screening process undertaken by HR and OH.

Selection process:

• Application and supporting evidence as set out above
• Psychometric assessment
• Report
• Panel interviews (to include a 15-minute presentation) 29 March – 6 April. Candidates must ensure they are available on these dates.

Further details relating to the process, including the report and presentation subject matters, will be sent to those candidates shortlisted for an interview.

To apply, please submit a completed application form and supporting documentary evidence to talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk by noon on Monday 6 March 2023. The Service regrets that applications received after this date or submitted without the correct documentary evidence, will not be considered.

Candidates deemed to be appointable on either a substantive or temporary basis will be offered vacancies in rank order as they arise. The specific position offered will be determined by the available positions across the Service at the time. In applying for the pipeline candidates accept that they will accept any SM post that is offered. Candidates who subsequently decline an offer of a post (substantive or temporary) will be removed from the current pipeline and will need to reapply for the following should they wish to attain a substantive or temporary promotion.

For an informal discussion about the role of Station Manager, please contact Group Manager Steve Hellewell (mobile: 07817 248106; email: shellewell@humbersidefire.gov.uk)

Applicants who require reasonable adjustments for disabilities at any stage of the selection process are invited to contact the HR team, by email (talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk).

Humberside Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community that are currently under-represented at Humberside Fire and Rescue Service, including women, ethnic minorities and applicants with disabilities.

HR Advisor

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) is looking for HR Advisors to join our busy HR Team based at our modern and friendly Service Headquarters in Birstall. Our firefighters make up the majority of our workforce, however our HR Advisors play a huge part in supporting our people in our aim of Safer People, Safer Places – come and join us and help to make a difference.

You will be working alongside our team of HR Advisors and our HR Business Partner, and working in partnership with our colleagues and managers in other departments, to provide guidance on a wide range of HR issues. You will deliver an excellent level of customer service whilst working collaboratively and proactively with the wider HR team to meet our Service priorities and objectives. This role will primarily be office based.

A sound knowledge and experience of employee relations (grievances, disciplinaries, absence reviews), with a thorough understanding of employment legislation, would be advantageous as this forms a large part of the role.

You will be an experienced, enthusiastic and proactive individual who works well in a team, and is able to confidently and effectively manage a portfolio of complex HR case work, policy and project work. Existing experience working at HR Advisor level (or equivalent) is a must.

This is a challenging, but rewarding position, so if you’ve got the experience and approach it takes, we would love to hear from you.
The role is based at our HQ Offices, in a great location in Birstall, Leicester, close to the M1, A6 and A46, and the Leicester park and ride, and within walking distance to Birstall’s shops. The role will involve travel to other LFRS sites and to external venues in the Leicestershire & Rutland areas, as required.

The role will involve:
• Providing proactive, accurate and relevant HR best practice advice, guidance, coaching, training and support to the organisation and its managers on a broad range of human resource issues.
• Building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships with People Organisation and Development (POD) customers and wider partners locally and regionally, and promoting effective relations with Trade Unions, Employee Groups and others.
• Overseeing and advising on employee relations matters to deliver desired outcomes, ensuring adherence to policy and procedure, whilst minimising risk to the Service.
• Using management information metrics, and data analytics to enhance and improve absence management, succession planning and other areas of HR, to improve the effectiveness of the Service.
• Acting as a mentor and coach providing support to both line management and junior members of the HR team, to provide opportunities for skills growth and development.
To be successful in this role, you will:
• Have experience of working in an HR Advisor (or equivalent) role.
• Have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with excellent stakeholder and customer engagement ability, to ensure the best possible service is provided.
• Hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification, or equivalent (or be working towards this).
• Possess a ‘right first time’ attitude, along with high attention to detail.
• Have the ability, flexibility and willingness to travel to other LFRS sites and to external venues in the Leicestershire & Rutland areas, as required.
• Need to be flexible, as the demands of the role can fluctuate.

Closing date: 01 March 2023
Interview and test date: Week commencing 20 March 2023

If you require further information about the role, please contact Lisa Bengi, Human Resources Manager lisa.bengi@leics-fire.gov.uk

In return, you can expect a competitive salary as above; generous leave entitlement plus public holidays; excellent pension provision through the Local Government Pension Scheme; flexible working arrangements; free on-site gym facilities, free onsite parking, and Blue Light card discounts, and use of our occupational health unit. Hybrid working arrangements will also be considered for this role (up to 2 days a week may be worked from home).

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting workplace equality, diversity and inclusion. 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 are working with the below nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion to help us achieve our objectives:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Workplace Equality Index
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident Scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asians in the Fire Service Association

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance
It is your personal responsibility to check the Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance implications of applying for or accepting this position. A breach of the Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance thresholds could result in a tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions Team.

Learning & Development Officer

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue is seeking a temporary Learning & Development Officer starting as soon as possible for 12 months to deliver effective training and support to internal staff in the areas of assessment, quality assurance, centre management activities and to deliver a range of other non-operational training input within the organisation. We are seeking individuals with a background in learning and development and experience in working as part of a qualifications centre. Successful applicants will have assisted in the development and delivery or training frameworks and have delivered effective face to face and digital training solutions. Part of the role will be the implementation of new apprenticeships into SYFR and the monitoring and development support of apprentices within the organisation.

To enable you to carry out this role, you will have an Award in Education & Training (or equivalent) and have an appropriate learning and development related qualification. CIPD Associate membership and Qualified Assessor accreditation are both desirable.

The role is undertaken on an Agile basis and is based at Central HQ as well as home working but will be required to attend other SYFR sites and station.

SYFR offers the opportunity to join a friendly and adaptive workforce with home life balance at the forefront of our Flexi Time, Flexible Working and Agile Working Policies. Employees have the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (which includes employer contributions), have access to a range of in house and app based personal and financial support via our Health and Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health department, and offers personal and professional learning and development support and a range of organisational benefits, discounts and memberships available as part of the service or wider fire sector.

For more information about the role contact us via email on recruitment@syfire.gov.uk.

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobsor by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

To apply for the post please download an application form from our website or contact recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Alternatively, you can submit your CV along with a covering letter to recruitment@syfire.gov.uk. Your covering letter should explain how your knowledge and experience meet the criteria within the person specification.  If you do not include this information, your application may not meet the requirements within the shortlisting criteria.  Please limit your covering letter to a maximum of two A4 pages.

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours on Friday 24th February 2023.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black or Minority Ethnic backgrounds (BME), women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT+) or are registered as disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

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

Inclusion Development Manager

The Role
Post: Inclusion Development Manager
Salary: £ 39,669 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £ 39,669 – £ 47,384 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Monday 27 February 2023 at 16:00 GMT

The organisation

London Fire Brigade is London’s Fire and rescue service where staff are driven by a strong sense of purpose: to be trusted to serve and protect London. It is one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world, founded in 1833. Employing almost 6000 staff who work across many sites in one of the most diverse cities in the world. The Brigade is on a journey to improve, following a series of challenging inspection reports from HMICFRS, the Grenfell Inquiry and in the near future an independent review of culture.

The team

The Belonging, Inclusion and Wellbeing Team sits within Culture and Organisational Development, part of the People Directorate at LFB. Bringing together two previously separate teams, with an aspiration to transition to a more strategic inclusion function, the 15 strong Belonging, Inclusion and Wellbeing team works on everything from strategic inclusion, guiding Equality Impact Assessments, inclusive leadership, mental health support initiatives, designing and delivering inclusion training, fitness testing programmes and occupational health and are based in multiple sites across London.

The role

The Team Coordinator and Development Manager will be responsible for leading the coordination and governance of the teams processes to provide assurance and consistency of all our activities. This will range from the design, delivery and commissioning of training and development for staff, working with leaders from our Equality Support Groups (ESGs), monitoring and ensuring progress against agreed plans. The post-holder will have lots of opportunities to grow the role, and develop their knowledge of wellbeing, inclusion and project management further.

The applicant

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of coordinating and delivering a range of activities such as training and development, project management and stakeholder engagement, ideally in the field of wellbeing and/or inclusion. They will be familiar with the Equality Act and other key pieces of equality legislation and wellbeing good practices. They will be conversant with good practice in the field and have up to date knowledge of theories, concepts and training practices. The successful applicant will be comfortable coaching and challenging others, guided by the ambition to make LFB a more inclusive employer.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

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

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

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisting will take place w/c 27 February 2023 and success candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place W.C. 13/03/2023 (likely on Thursday 16/03/2023). Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted the interview may be held in person at our Assessment Centre in Hammersmith, or over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be advised at the time of shortlisting.

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

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

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

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