Watch Commander B – NOG Training Project (Fixed Term Contract/Secondment for 2 years)

Applications are invited from wholetime and on-call supervisory managers for a fixed term 2 year opportunity to undertake a Watch Commander B role to support the delivery of a key organisational project within Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS).  The role will be based at Pershore Fire Station working alongside 5 other team members comprising of both uniformed and non uniformed staff.

In order to apply, you must also meet the following criteria at the point of application:

• Be a competent UK Local Authority on-call or wholetime Crew Commander, or, an on-call or wholetime Watch Commander (development or competent)
• Have had an appraisal in the last 12 months
• Not have any live formal disciplinary sanctions
• Not be in a formal capability process
• Be medically fit to undertake the role (current fitness test and 3 yearly medical)

Criteria for the role:

• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of National Operational Guidance, Knowledgebase documents and Scenarios.
• Must have a keen interest in driving education within the organisation, with particular awareness of Neurodiversity, learning styles and teaching styles.
• Must have the ability to create compelling and accurate training material, with ability to source and reference appropriate information
• Must have excellent computer skills to operate a range of creative computer programs
• Must have ability to meet very tight, recurring deadlines.
• Must have a good knowledge of UK FRS Training Compliance, including Fire Standards Board and National Occupational Standards and National Operational: Guidance.
• Essentially, you must be able to work as part of a team in a constantly demanding role

Applications are to be made through completion of an online application form on WMJobs. As part of this form you are required to write a statement identifying how you meet the project role criteria. This statement will be used within the shortlisting process.  The closing date for applications is Monday 8th August 2022.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview with the project lead, on 22nd August, to determine the most suitable candidate for the role.

Awareness Sessions

To assist potential candidates, a virtual awareness session is being held online on Monday 1st August at 19:00 hours. If you are interested in attending please email recruitment@hwfire.org.uk and you will be sent a Microsoft Teams meeting invitation link, as well as guidance on how to login.

Interested applicants are also invited to contact the project lead for an informal discussion prior to applying (Station Commander Richard Young, ryoung@hwfire.org.uk, 07973 152779).

Lead Driver Trainer

Benefits

Lead Driver Trainer, 37 hours per week, with excellent opportunities for flexible working

Salary and Grade:  £33,486 – £38,553 per annum, Grade 5

Location – Driver Training School, Pincents Kiln Industrial Park, Newsham Court, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 27 days per annum

Superb Local Government Pension Scheme available

Access to gym and parking facilities

Other information about our benefits can be found here

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service provides a 24/7 emergency response service to the communities of Royal Berkshire, 365 days a year.  Our highly trained, highly skilled Emergency Response Drivers ensure that fire crews arrive at emergency scenes quickly and safely, across all parts of the county of Berkshire.

RBFRS has a reputation for excellence, and 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, and actively promote an effective work life balance.  This includes access to an Employee Assistance Programme, a comprehensive Occupational Health provision, the use of on-site gyms, and physiotherapy.

We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual for the position of Lead Driver Trainer. Working with the Learning and Development and Resourcing and Development teams, you will lead the delivery and maintenance of driver training and assessment across our organisation, thus supporting the safety of the communities of Royal Berkshire.  You will manage the delivery of all driver training products and resources, assuring compliance with National Operational Guidance and other sector best practice.

The successful candidate will be inspired to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached. Candidates will be flexible, adaptable and resilient in their management of the Driver Training team.

The key focus of the role is:

• Responsibility for the management and delivery of driver training in RBFRS, leading a team of Driver Trainers in delivering training and assessment which meets the needs of the workforce
• Provide periodic performance reports, plan for future requirements, and manage resources effectively
• Quality assure all driver training materials and processes to ensure all training is relevant, current and in line with National Operational Guidance, Legislation and/or best practice.

You will also need to satisfy the requirements of an Enhanced DBS check

Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for these positions click Apply Now.

For driver trainer roles, the Fire Authority have exercised the discretion not to apply abatement if the successful applicant is in receipt of a Fire Service pension and the abatement conditions apply. More information can be obtained from Becci Jefferies by emailing jefferiesb@rbfrs.co.uk.

Please find attached the Job Profile.

For further details about the roles please contact Lee Brathwaite, Group Manager (Learning and Development) at brathwaitel@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Closing date for applications is 09:00 hours, Monday 8 August 2022

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run w/c 15 August 2022

Anticipated start date: ASAP following recruitment process

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 Leader – 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

Driver Trainer

Benefits

Driver Trainer, 37 hours per week, with excellent opportunities for flexible working

Salary and Grade:  £27,514 – £31,895 per annum, Grade 4

Location – Driver Training School, Pincents Kiln Industrial Park, Newsham Court, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 27 days per annum

Superb Local Government Pension Scheme available

Access to gym and parking facilities

Other information about our benefits can be found here

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service provides a 24/7 emergency response service to the communities of Royal Berkshire, 365 days a year.  Our highly trained, highly skilled Emergency Response Drivers ensure that fire crews arrive at emergency scenes quickly and safely, across all parts of the county of Berkshire.

RBFRS has a reputation for excellence, and 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, and actively promote an effective work life balance.  This includes access to an Employee Assistance Programme, a comprehensive Occupational Health provision, the use of on-site gyms, and physiotherapy.

This is an excellent prospect for a Driver Trainer to work with the Learning and Development and Resourcing and Development teams, delivering driver training and assessment across our organisation, and supporting the safety of the communities of Royal Berkshire.

The successful candidates will be inspired to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached. Candidates will have the ability to self-manage and be adaptable and resilient members of the Driver Training team.

The key focus of the role is to carry out appropriate driving instruction and assessments, supporting the quality assurance of all driver training resources and processes, ensuring all training is relevant, current and in line with National Operational Guidance, Legislation and/or best practice.

The role requires a Category C driving licence, as detailed in the Job Profile. The candidate must be willing to develop as a Qualified Approved Driving Instructor (DSA ADI), and we are able to provide this course if it has not already been attained.

You will also need to satisfy the requirements of an Enhanced DBS check

Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for these positions click Apply Now.

For driver trainer roles, the Fire Authority have exercised the discretion not to apply abatement if the successful applicant is in receipt of a Fire Service pension and the abatement conditions apply. More information can be obtained from Becci Jefferies by emailing jefferiesb@rbfrs.co.uk.

Please find attached the Job Profile.

For further details about the roles please contact Lee Brathwaite, Group Manager (Learning and Development) at brathwaitel@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Closing date for applications is 09:00 hours, Monday 8 August 2022

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run w/c 15 August 2022

Anticipated start date: ASAP following recruitment process

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 Leader – 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

Transport Technical Officer

Salary £33,486 – £35,336 per annum

Full time – 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional need to work beyond normal office hours, evenings and weekends as required

Based at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service HQ, Butterley Hall, Ripley.

An opportunity has arisen in the Corporate Services portfolio for a Transport Technical Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day management and maintenance of all fleet vehicles and plant equipment to meet the needs of the service.

You will possess a proven ability in team working and supervisorial skills.  You will also provide support to the transport team working closely with the Transport Manager and Transport Administration Manager, to ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective transport function.

The ideal candidate will have experience in managing small teams and individuals and demonstrate their ability to proactively manage change through continuous improvements. They should also have knowledge of Firefighting and/or emergency services and/or light and heavy vehicles.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective line management of the Transport Light Vehicle Mobile Technician and management of external maintenance contracts and services within a corporate environment. They will ensure compliance with relevant transport legislation and liaise with the Transport Manager to have effective management of the transport department’s budgets.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more details relating to the role.

The successful candidates should hold a full City & Guilds in Motor Vehicle Engineering or equivalent qualification and a current LGV(C) licence or be prepared to work towards an LGV(C) licence.  The candidate should also have successfully completed or be prepared to work towards an IOSH qualification.

There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.

The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours. In return we offer flexible working hours, family friendly policies, free car parking, health & wellbeing services, discount scheme and eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.

For further information about the post please contact Group Manager Kev Page on 07825196345.

The closing date for completed applications is midnight on Sunday 21st August 2022. Shortlisting will take place on week commencing 23rd August 2022 with Interviews being held during the week commencing 29th August 2022.

We are committed to equality and fairness at work.  Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.

If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.

Resourcing and Development Support (Fixed Term)

Benefits:

Salary :  £22,129 – £25,927 per annum, Grade 3

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 24 days , plus public holidays and, flexible working hours

Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

About Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service

At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) we are seeking a talented, enthusiastic and driven individual to join our Resourcing and Development team.

This is a great opportunity to work for a public service provider that invests in the training, development and wellbeing of its employees. Our lovely team operate within a welcoming, diverse and inclusive environment also offering flexible working arrangements from day one so that our teams can achieve a good work-life balance.

About the Resourcing and Development Support role

This varied role creates an opportunity for a highly motivated and approachable individual to provide efficient and effective administration as part of a supportive HR and Learning and Development team.

The successful applicant will be in involved in the running of whole-time and on-call (retained) firefighter recruitment and operational promotion processes. They will support the learning and development of our people, through researching available provider options, planning and organising courses, recording training and development, and assisting in the evaluation of training and development activity to ensure provision is fit for purpose.

This role will provide a great opportunity to work for a public service provider. Reporting to the Resourcing and Development Coordinator, this role is both internal and external facing with the successful candidate having the opportunity to liaise with an array of stakeholders.

If you are an attentive individual with great communication skills, who can effectively build relationships at all levels whilst delivering an effective customer focused service we would be keen to hear from you.

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

The key focus of the Resourcing and Development team:

The Resourcing and Development team deliver on-call (retained) and whole-time recruitment processes, operational promotion processes and administrate training and development courses and programmes. This includes planning, organising, monitoring and evaluating training and development delivery. The team also ensure the design and delivery of development pathways; supporting learners, assessors and those undertaking internal quality assurance. Through effective recruitment, development and training, we enable our people to reach their full potential; therefore building a capable, resilient and customer-focused workforce.

The successful applicant will have:

• A proven interest in recruitment, promotion and training and development
• Enthusiasm, great interpersonal skills and administrative skills
• An established track record and commitment to delivering work to a high standard whilst working in a busy environment
• Confidence in the use of Microsoft packages and ICT systems
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work

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 Emma Rickards, Resourcing and Development Coordinator at rickardse@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 Thursday 04 August at 09:00 hours.

Anticipated start date: September 2022

it is anticipated that the interview and assessment process will run in August 2022.

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 Leader – 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

Fire Safety Inspector £23,953 – £31,895

Senior Fire Safety Inspector £32,798 – £36,371

*Please see mandatory information section below for further salary details

Hours: 36.25 per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Fire Service Locations across Greater Manchester

Fire Safety Inspector/Senior Fire Safety Inspector.

Your role:  Are you looking for a new challenge?

Do you want to make Greater Manchester a safer place? We have Fire Safety Inspector roles with clear progression to Senior Fire Safety Inspectors on completion of required qualifications.

Already have those qualifications, then join us from day one as a Senior Fire Safety Inspector, it’s that easy.

There has never been a better time to join us as a Fire Safety Inspector working in our busy and varied Protection team.

Fire Safety Inspectors work as part of our Protection Department. The core purpose of our Protection work is to ensure the safety of the public and firefighters by identifying, investigating and reducing risk. We work with others to identify risks and develop solutions to improve safety through engagement, advice and enforcement.

Our Fire Safety Inspectors provide advice and support to businesses to help ensure buildings are safe and take tough action when the public are put at risk.

The landscape of fire safety regulation is changing, the fire at Grenfell Tower has had far reaching implications and means the way we consider risk in buildings needs to change along with the way we carry out our activities.

About you:

We are more interested in what you can do than what you know.

If you have excellent communication skills, the ability to think analytically, problem solve and can plan and manage a busy workload then you have the right skills. If you can evidence that you can work as part of a team and in partnership, develop relationships with partners, have a co-operative and flexible approach to work and have identified and delivered service improvements then you have the right experience to apply to be a Fire Safety Inspector.

If you don’t currently work in fire safety we will provide you with the essential training and support you need to be an effective Fire Safety Inspector. Once you have mastered the basics we will continue to provide you with access to training and continuous professional development.

We also welcome applications from people with qualifications in fire safety or a similar regulatory discipline for example Trading Standards or Licensing. To join us as a Senior Fire Safety Inspector you will need a level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or equivalent and demonstrable experience of dealing with complex cases.

About us:

This is an exciting time to join fire safety as we work to improve the service in line with the HMICFRS recommendations, find new ways of developing our staff and continue to deliver core fire safety enforcement and business support activities.

We are investing in fire safety teams to ensure that we have an agile workforce capable of responding quickly and effectively to risk and that we deliver an effective regulatory function which is accessible, effective, targeted and proportionate.

We are committed to developing our Fire Safety Inspectors ensuring that everyone has the ability to carry out the core work with opportunities to become a specialist.

About the roles

As a Fire Safety Inspector your main work will be to inspect premises and provide advice and guidance to responsible persons and take enforcement action where necessary.

You will play an integral role in engaging with businesses – this may be through delivering presentations, arranging events or working on guidance. You will work closely with colleagues and partners to promote fire safety in new and existing buildings.

As you develop your skills and experience you will have the opportunity to specialise in a technical role influencing building design or an enforcement role carrying out complex enforcement including criminal investigations.

These are career graded positions which mean that you will develop as a fire safety practitioner in line with the Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators developed by the National Fire Chiefs Council. Progression from Fire Safety Inspector to Senior Fire Safety Inspector will require you to obtain the necessary qualifications and demonstrate your experience and competence through a formal progression framework. We provide all Fire Safety Inspectors with access to internal and external training and a personal CPD budget.

Information on how to apply

You should apply by providing a CV and an expression of interest of no more than 5 pages (as a word attachment) setting out your suitability for the role in relation to the experience, skills and behaviours required.

Closing date is 14^th August 2022.

Interviews will be held the weeks commencing the 15th and 22nd August 2020 and we are looking for people to start in role by October 2022.

About us:

As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.

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 and Non-binary identity, 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.

To find out more about working for us please click here: https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/

Our offer:

In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer.

Mandatory Information:

​Salary grades: Progression through the bar to grade F is subject to obtaining the Level 3 Qualification, demonstrating competency through practical assessment and completion of a Professional Development Logbook and obtaining authorisation to serve Enforcement Notices. Progression to Senior Fire Safety Inspector is based on organisational need and subject to vacancies within the Protection Team. Progression to Senior Fire Safety Inspector will be subject to a competency based assessment and submission of a Professional Development Portfolio.

Essential Car Users Allowance: It is an essential requirement for the role that successful candidates hold a current full driving license and has access to a vehicle. The role attracts an essential user’s car allowance.

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