NFCC & Quality Assurance Manager
Contract: Permanent – We are accepting applications from both operational and non-operational candidates for this role.
Salary: Station Manager B (Grey Book) £45,861, Grade 9 (Green Book) £39,571 – £42,614
Working Hours: Station Manager 42 hours per week (Day duty system *), Green Book 37 hours per week
Location: Service Headquarters – Kelvedon Park
There is no preference as to whether the successful candidate is operational (is a serving employee in the fire service eligible to attend fire incidents) or not. The offer will be made to the best candidate.
* as an operational employee, you will be required to maintain your operational competence. There is no Station Manager flexible duty system requirement attached to this role however, if the successful candidate is already part of ECFRS Station Manager flexible duty rota this will be honoured.
We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location.
The Role
As the Protection department for Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) we are passionate about fire safety. As the NFCC & Quality Assurance Manager you will build and maintain positive working relationships with other Fire and Rescue Services, National Fire Chiefs Council and key stakeholders to ensure ECFRS remains aware of all national developments within fire protection.
You will also be responsible for the effective delivery of a quality assurance programme that provides assurances to the Service and the people of Essex in line with statutory requirements.
This is an exciting new role to the Service, and we are looking for an experienced fire safety professional to join our collaborative and busy team.
What You Will Be Working On
- Ensuring that ECFRS Protection department is fully aligned to the NFCC Protection Framework
- Ensuring that ECFRS remains aware of national developments both within Fire Protection and any changes to legislation by building and maintaining relationships with other FRSs and key external stakeholders
- Representing ECFRS at regional and national NFCC and Protection Policy Reform Unit (PPRU) meetings to gain and share best practice and promote cohesive ways of working
- Developing and implementing Quality Assurance (QA) processes that provide the assurances to the Service and the people of Essex, for the delivery of all audits and statutory consultations, in line with NFCC requirements.
- Ensuring that there are appropriate mechanisms in place to ensure that the Protection department are compliant with all assigned recommendations from the Grenfell enquiry and all other national initiatives
What Are We Looking For?
This role will be perfect for you if you are a passionate fire safety professional who is motivated by what you can bring to ECFRS and the people of Essex.
You will have experience in developing and implementing quality assurance processes that mitigate risk and give assurances to an organisation.
We would love to find someone that has strong interpersonal skills and experience of building constructive and effective working relationships.
Eligibility
You must have a Level 4 diploma in Fire Safety or be nearing completion of the qualification.
- Experience of working with NFCC and other FRS.
- Level 4 or 5 standard of education (e.g., Certificate/Diploma of Higher Education or HNDs) or equivalent experience.
- ILM Level 3 Certificate in Management or equivalent gained through in house programme or externally.
- Full driving licence.
- Substantive Station Manager who has been competent in role for a minimum of twelve months.
- Successfully completed all relevant operational assessments and compulsory courses and are competent for your current role.
- No current live disciplinary or performance warnings, nor are you subject to any informal management for reasons of conduct or performance.
- You must have a valid and current FiTech of 37 ml/kg/min or be actively engaged in a programme of fitness.
The Application Process
Application – Initially you will apply via our website by attaching your supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be a maximum of 750 words showing us how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. We love it when our applications write thorough supporting statements so don’t be afraid to go into detail! This will give us a great understanding of your skills and experience and how well you fit the role.
Interview and presentation – If successfully shortlisted, the final part of the recruitment process will include a presentation and interview (further details will be shared accordingly and in a timely manner).
Our Culture and Benefits
Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees. Some of our benefits include:
- Flexible working hours
- Remote working opportunities
- Wellbeing and counselling services
- Physiotherapy services
- Affiliation with the Blue Light Card scheme
- Generous annual leave
- Competitive pension scheme
- Career development opportunities
Closing Date – Wednesday, 9th November 2022 @ 5pm
Interview Date – TBC
About Us
Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service.
You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults.
The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying.
We are an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process. All applications will be considered solely on merit.
This role maybe subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.