Operational Group Commander Development Centre

We have an excellent opportunity for competent operational Station Commanders who are looking to progress their career to become an Operational Group Commander.

About us

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. Our vision is to make Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes the safest areas in England in which to live, work and travel. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

Find out more about us and our values at www.bucksfire.gov.uk/join-us/

About the opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for Competent Station Commanders who are looking to progress to the next level. As a Group Commander you will be key in supporting the strategic leadership of the Service, ensuring we can continue to strive to be the most transformational, forward thinking, and highest performing Service in the country.

About you
We are looking for dynamic individuals, with proven leadership ability to attend our Development Centre for the Group Commander role.

Development Centre

The Development Centre will be held on 20th February 2023 at West Ashland Fire Station, Milton Keynes where you will be assessed on:

The Leadership assessment (Communication assessment and a Technical and Leadership interview).

And then at a later date will be required to complete:

The Command assessment (Incident Command Level 3 at the Fire Service College).

What happens if you are successful at the Development Centre
Successful applicants have 18 months in which to become a competent Group Commander. This will include

Passing the IFE Examination – Level 4 Fire Service Operations and Incident Command (if not already achieved)
Completing a GC Development Portfolio.

About the role
As a Group Commander you will be key in supporting the strategic leadership of the Service. Ensuring we can continue to strive to be the most transformational, forward thinking, and highest performing Service in the country.

How to apply
Applications must be completed via submitting your CV with proof of Station Commander competency by 0900hrs on the 13 February 2023 to OD@bucksfire.gov.uk

Find out more
To find out more about this opportunity please contact

Calum Bell, Area Commander Protection, Assurance & Development via cbell@bucksfire.gov.uk

Applications must be completed via submitting your CV with proof of Station Commander competency by 0900hrs on the 13 February 2023 to OD@bucksfire.gov.uk

Equality of Opportunity
Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunity employer and applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome

Administrative Assistant (Community Safety) SW Area

The Role
Post: Administrative Assistant (Community Safety) SW Area
Salary: £ 26,310 per annum
Grade: FRS B
Salary range: £ 26,310 – £ 31,034 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 15 February 2023 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen for an Administrative Assistant (FRS B) in the Community Safety Team based in Hammersmith.

Duties will include liaison with members of the public, other agencies and operational personnel on a daily basis; maintaining detailed administrative systems. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience in office administrative duties, including writing correspondence, using computerised office systems, checking work for errors, producing statistics and dealing with customers. The ability to communicate professionally and work as part of a team in a helpful and co-operative manner.

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

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.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

Stage 2

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

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

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

Crew Manager Inter-Service Transfer

Salary: Crew Manager Comp (£35,747) per annum

Location: Various roles and locations across the GMFRS boundary

Closing Date: 12:00 noon on 24th February 2023

Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service (GMFRS) are pleased to confirm that the Crew Manager Inter Service Transfer (IST) application window is now live and seeking talented & passionate high performing individuals who can bring diverse ideas into an evolving and improving UK FRS. We welcome applications from external candidates who have a proven track record of success as a competent Wholetime Crew Manager within their current local authority Fire and Rescue Service.

ABOUT US

GMFRS has seen a positive shift over the last year in terms of the leadership and culture and our vision is to be a modern, flexible, resilient fire and rescue service. It is a large service which offers staff development opportunities in a busy, vibrant, diverse & dynamic metropolitan area with an international airport serving over 200 destinations, a major motorway network plus over 200 train and tram stations, Greater Manchester County presents some of the most operationally varied challenges you will find. From modern inner-city developments to traditional mill towns, Greater Manchester is made up of ten very different districts – Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and Wigan.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for Wholetime competent Crew Managers with potential, who have:

Essential

Demonstrable competence as a permanent Wholetime Crew Manager within a UK Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service (proof of contract and up to date        training records)
SFJ L3 Incident Command Qualification
Operational awareness or competence at Wholetime Crew Manager rank
Currently not under any live sanctions, capability, performance, or disciplinary procedures
Available to start a GMFRS inter-service transfer conversion course in September 2023
Willingness and ability to be posted to and work from any location within the Greater Manchester boundary
Driving license with access to own vehicle

Desirable

IFE Level 3 Certificates in Fire Service Operations, Incident Command & Fire Safety
Any Technical Rescue Unit specific qualification or training
Protection experience or additional qualifications such as NFCC Fire regulators Competency Framework for Fire Safety – L4 Diploma
Please Note: We are not currently accepting any On-Call Crew Manager applications for our Wholetime Inter-Service Transfer positions.

PROCESS

All applicants will be required to complete an application fulfilling the relevant personal details and attaching any relevant qualifications. Applicants will then be invited to attend a practical assessment (these are scheduled 6th – 17th March 2023) and those successful will be further invited to attend a leadership potential assessment day (these are scheduled 3rd – 14th April 2023). Further information will be provided upon invitation, including anything you may be asked to pre-prepare.

Please Note: Successful external applicants will be offered a placement anywhere within Greater Manchester and will be subject to organisational need.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

As an organisation we have many benefits including:

• Commitment to diversity and inclusivity with 5 active staff networks for; LGBT+, Black and Racially Diverse, Disability and Women’s
• Family friendly policies including parental leave (maternity, shared parental, adoption, maternity support)
• Employer investment in training and development, and professional sponsorship
• Corporate travel loans
• Cycle scheme
• Discount scheme (MiRewards) on local and national high street brands
• Health and wellbeing offer – Occupational Health and Employee Assistance programme
• On-site gyms at our Fire Service HQ and Stations across GM
• Sports and welfare club

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. 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.

REHABILITATION OF OFFENDERS ACT:

This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Failure to disclose information when asked within this application could result in dismissal but will not necessarily be a bar to employment with us. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

The role holder will be subject to a National and Police Vetting through a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Privacy Notice

Safeguarding Policy and Procedure

If you would like any further information or require any reasonable adjustments, please contact GMCApeople@greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk and include ‘CM IST’ in the email subject heading.

We wish you the best of luck with your application.

Project Support Officer

The Role
Post: Project Support Officer
Salary: £ 36,877 per annum
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £ 36,877 – £ 42,221 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 15 February 2023 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade is looking to employ a Project Support Officer within our Strategic Planning Team. This team sits within the Transformation Directorate and are responsible for supporting the organisation to define its vision, the strategy for achieving it and the plans that make that a reality.

In early 2020, the London Fire Commissioner published the Transformation Delivery Plan (TDP) which set out those actions required to transform the organisation to address concerns raised by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry (GTI) in late 2019. This marked the beginning of the organisation’s transformation journey and necessitated a restructure for the Transformation Directorate. This new structure will provide the capabilities and capacity the London Fire Brigade (LFB) requires to sustain transformative change across the Brigade, deliver the 2023 – 2029 Community Risk Management Plan (our strategy and response to risk in London) and enable the LFB to provide the best possible service to London and Londoners.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to provide supporting project management functions, keep us on track with deadlines, support engagement and communication work internally and externally and providing administrative support to team members. The successful candidate must have previous experience and involvement in the coordination of projects and co-ordinating a range of functions and developing project plans.

You will be a team player who is comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels and have excellent interpersonal skills in order to deal with conflicting demands, changing priorities and meeting deadlines. You will be required to demonstrate the ability to be flexible, organised, plan and prioritise your own work and to meet deadlines and targets with minimal supervision.

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

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

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

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

Stage 2

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

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

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

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

Programme Management Office (PMO) Co-ordinator

The Role
Post: Programme Management Office (PMO) Co-ordinator
Salary: £36,877 per annum
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £36,877 – £42,221 per annum
Contract type: Fixed Term/Internal Secondment (1 year)
(With the possibility the contract may be extended or become permanent)
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 15 February 2023 at 16:00 GMT

In early 2020, the London Fire Commissioner published the Transformation Delivery Plan (TDP) which set out the actions required to transform the organisation to address concerns raised by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry (GTI) in late 2019. This marked the beginning of the organisation’s transformation journey and necessitated a restructure for the Transformation Directorate. This new structure will provide the capabilities and capacity the London Fire Brigade (LFB) requires to sustain transformative change across the Brigade, deliver the 2023 – 2029 Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), which is our strategy and response to risk in London, and enable the LFB to provide the best possible service to London and Londoners.

One of the capabilities is a Portfolio Management function, which will consist of a pool of Project, Programme and Change Managers, the Programme Management Office (PMO), and a Portfolio Office, who together will support and enable the delivery of our Transformation Portfolio as articulated in the CRMP.

The PMO Coordinator will support the PMO Analysts in developing and managing project and programme arrangements for the Brigade including supporting the delivery of project and programme training; development and maintenance of office systems; assisting in the management of the function’s project portfolio database and project and programme data using Microsoft 365 applications and SharePoint sites; and to ensure that actions and issues are dealt with promptly and meet the function’s performance targets.

They will be responsible for reviewing monthly project status reports and providing feedback as well as preparing statistical reports for project and programme performance for the PMO.

Applicants will have to demonstrate a good understanding of project and programme management methodologies. They will also have experience of working flexibly in a team and responding effectively to changing priorities to meet deadlines or targets.

Ideally, we are looking for someone with experience in this field, has strong interpersonal skills and can communicate both verbally and in writing to a high standard. You can manage your time effectively and deputise for the PMO Analyst as required.

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.

Whilst this post is temporary, there is the possibility the contract may be extended or become permanent.

Benefits of working for LFB

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

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

Stage 2

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

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

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.

Programme Management Office (PMO) Analyst

The Role
Post: Programme Management Office (PMO) Analyst
Salary: £ 39,669 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £ 39,669- £ 47,384 per annum
Contract type:
2 x Fixed Term/Internal Secondment (2 years)
(With the possibility the contract may be extended or become permanent)
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 15 February 2023 at 16:00 GMT

In early 2020, the London Fire Commissioner published the Transformation Delivery Plan (TDP) which set out the actions required to transform the organisation to address concerns raised by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry (GTI) in late 2019. This marked the beginning of the organisation’s transformation journey and necessitated a restructure for the Transformation Directorate. This new structure will provide the capabilities and capacity the London Fire Brigade (LFB) requires to sustain transformative change across the Brigade, deliver the 2023 – 2029 Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), which is our strategy and response to risk in London, and enable the LFB to provide the best possible service to London and Londoners.

One of the capabilities is a Portfolio Management function, which will consist of a pool of Project, Programme and Change Managers, the Programme Management Office (PMO), and a Portfolio Office, who together will support and enable the delivery of our Transformation Portfolio as articulated in the CRMP.

The PMO Analyst will support the PMO Manager in developing and managing portfolio, programme and project arrangements for the Brigade including establishing the delivery cycle the PMO will use to engage with the business, managing the training function of the PMO and developing and maintaining processes and standards to ensure that the Brigade is best placed to successfully manage change within the organisation.

They will be responsible for developing project analytics to monitor and measure project performance, maintain the Centre of Excellence (CoE) function within the PMO and assist in the provision of support and advice to project and programme managers.

Applicants will have to demonstrate a sound understanding of project and programme management methodologies. They will also have experience of working flexibly in a team and responding effectively to changing priorities to meet deadlines or targets.

PRINCE2 and P3O certifications are desirable, but not essential.

Ideally, we are looking for someone with a proven track record in this field with strong interpersonal skills and can communicate both verbally and in writing to a high standard to provide high quality written reports, briefs and presentations relating to the duties of the post as required. You can manage your time effectively and deputise for the PMO Manager as required.

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)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

Stage 2

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

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

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.

Whilst this post is temporary, there is the possibility the contract may be extended or become permanent.

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.

AREA MANAGER

Salary: Area Manager B: salary up to £82,064 per annum (includes 20% FDS, additional enhancement to provide strategic cover of 12% and CPD, pay award pending) and a lease car or provided vehicle

Are you a solutions-focused leader who inspires teams to be innovative in their thinking and delivery?

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking strategic Fire and Rescue managers from either operational or non-operational backgrounds who are skilled, adaptable, enthusiastic people who are looking for a challenge. We would like to appoint experienced managers with proven leadership and management skills. Candidates should have the ability to set strategic direction to achieve results in an increasingly demanding and performance centred environment.

The successful candidates will be able to deliver sustainable service improvements and build working relationships at all levels of the Service. You will have a range of responsibilities set within a framework of core values based on Service to the Community, People, Diversity and Inclusivity, whilst striving for excellence.

If you want to be a part of a leadership team, to deliver a high quality, affordable and sustainable fire and rescue service to the people of North Wales, you will need to exercise high level interpersonal, strategic and innovative skills to meet the challenges of a complex environment.

In order to be eligible to apply you must:

• Be at least a current competent Group Manager or non-operational middle manager equivalent;
• Have superb communication skills, alongside a comprehensive strategic knowledge of fire and rescue service functions in Wales. Also, it is essential to have a proven track record of delivering high performance on a journey of change;
• Know how to work with a range of stakeholders, articulating strategy and bigger picture vision, while understanding what is needed to get the job done

Welsh language skills are a requirement for this post. Internal candidates must be qualified to Welsh National Qualification Framework level 3. External candidates will be provided with support and training to achieve level 3 within two years of appointment.

For those who come from an operational background, it will be necessary to undertake Incident Command Level 3 assessment or be able to provide evidence of a successful assessment within the last two years. An alternative strategic assessment will be held for those from a non-operational background. The successful candidate will be supported towards achieving Incident Command Level 4.

For an informal discussion please contact ACFO Stuart Millington by emailing stuart.millington@northwalesfire.gov.wales or lisa.allington@northwalesfire.gov.wales to arrange a convenient time to discuss.

A full job description and application pack is available on the North Wales Fire and Rescue Service website or by emailing: hrdesk@northwalesfire.gov.wales

Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is by

10.00, Monday 13 February 2023.

Initial Interviews will be held on Thursday 16 and Friday 17 February 2023.

The closing date will be strictly adhered to and no exceptions will apply.