Inter-Service Transfer Opportunities – Full Time Firefighters

Applications are invited from existing On-Call operational members of staff (either competent or in development) or competent Firefighters (on transfer from other Fire and Rescue Services) for Full-time Firefighter positions. This process will enable Humberside Fire and Rescue Service to meet the demands of current and future vacancies across the organisation for 2022 and 2023, prior to a wider recruitment campaign.

We are looking for individuals who will act as positive role models, whilst putting our communities first. Those individuals will also act with integrity, dignity and respect and actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.

To apply, please submit the following:

• A completed application form
• Supporting documentary evidence to demonstrate that you are or that you hold the following essential criteria:
• Continuing professional development evidence (CPD)
• A current Performance Development Review (internal only)
• Competent and up to date with all training in your existing role
• Able to meet the pre-requisite (essential criteria) in the person specification

The following will form part of the pre-employment screening process for all applicants and will be undertaken by HR.

• An in-date fitness test at the point of application
• A check on outstanding disciplinary or performance sanctions

Your application form and supporting evidence should be submitted to talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk by midnight on Sunday 11 September 2022. We regret that any applications received after this date and time, or submitted without the correct documentary evidence, will not be considered.

Should you require consideration to be given to reasonable adjustments for disabilities, please contact us as soon as possible (talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk)

All correspondence regarding Full-time Firefighter applications will be sent via email.

Should you have any enquiries about this pipeline, please contact us: 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.

Business Support Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen here at Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority (BMKFA) for a Business Support Officer.

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. Not all lifesavers wear uniforms. We employ around 100 people from specialist support staff to education and fire prevention. 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 this role

This role requires someone with excellent organisation and communication skills

Must be able to proactively manage your workload whilst responding to urgent requests and deadlines

You will have strong administrative and Microsoft Office skills and the ability to collate and manage data

Demonstrate a confident manner in liaising with professionals and organisations

Be a point of contact for the Service, coordinating a range of meetings and monitoring performance

The work is varied and demanding, and we need someone with a calm and organised approach who can make a positive contribution to the success of the team

Aside from the person we’re looking for being great at business support, we’ve got another big ask. What’s really important to us is that you’re in it for the right reasons – you’re interested in working with us because you want public services to be the best, they can be for the real people at the end of them.

The role is based at Aylesbury, Headquarters.

Next Steps

If you have the skills to achieve our goals and an affinity for our values, we’d like to hear from you!

Experience from within the public sector is welcome but not essential. We actively encourage applications from people from the widest range of backgrounds, including those currently under-represented in this industry.

For further information about the role please review the job description.

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If there are any adaptions or adjustments, we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process, please contact us via email or telephone.

Closing Date: 4 September 202

Environmental Officer – 12 Months FTC

Department: Property Services
Grade/Salary: Grade 8 (£35,336 – £38,553 per annum)
Hours: 37 hours
Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Location: Kelvedon Park – Witham

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service are looking for an Environmental Officer to join their Property Services team on a temporary basis.

The right person
This role will be perfect for you if you are interested in the environmental well being of people, machinery and the activities of Essex County Fire and Rescue Service and looking for a short term opportunity while we cover maternity leave of our current environmental officer.

The role
As an Environmental Officer you will support the Engineering team to drive and monitor efficiency of plant and machinery whilst helping to drive the joint environmental strategy for Essex Fire and Essex Police.  You will investigate funding opportunities and new initiatives and assist in managing the research and development of technological opportunities for the Service.  You will monitor the performance of existing carbon usage and reduction plan. You will assist the department to drive down carbon use and improve technologies.

You will be comfortable working with numbers, genuinely interested in the environment and able to work with metered calculations.

Application and eligibility

To be eligible for the role, you must have a degree level education preferably in a related field or hold the equivalent experience.

You should submit your application, including a supporting statement of no more than 500 words, detailing how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification by 2nd September 2022.

This supporting statement will be used to shortlist your application so you should ensure all essential areas of the person specification are covered in your statement and tell us as much about yourself and your experience as you can.

Queries

If you have any queries about the process, please contact our recruitment team via recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

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

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

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

This role maybe subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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.

ICT Second Line Service Desk Technician – 3 Months FTC

3 Month Fixed Term
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £24,920 – £27,514 pa pro rata
Location: Kelvedon Park
Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for a well-rounded person who is responsible, accountable and professional. You need to be able to work effectively in a team environment with good communication skills. You will be an experienced ICT Service Desk Technician with evidence of strong ITIL Service Management Skills, predominantly incident management and service request. You will be able to work autonomously and take the wider view of work in the function, with the ability to support a number of ICT Delivery projects across our site, as well as managing activities on a busy Service Desk. You will champion the use of the ICT Service Management tool to ensure efficient and effective use of all resources, ensuring that all project tasks, incidents and service requests are handled in line with agreed processes and procedures aligning to ITIL best practice.

The ICT 2nd Line Service Desk Technician will have the following attributes:

• Previous experience providing IT support on a similar level
• Strong knowledge of IT hardware
• Logical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to build and set up desktops, laptops, tablets and VoIP phones
• Knowledge of networking technologies – LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi
• Previous experience working with Windows operating systems
• Active Directory experience (including Azure)
• Ability to build and deploy mobile devices
• Working within an ITIL environment
• 1st line support knowledge of MFP printers
• Knowledge of Intune will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of using and supporting Microsoft Teams and O365 products

  Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support core business hours between 8:00am and 5:00pm
• Travel to remote sites using company vehicle when necessary to carry out local repairs/installations of ICT equipment, including desktop docks and VoIP handsets.
• Support Service Desk by acting as a Single Point of Contact to the Business in response to service requests and incidents
• Log all incidents or service requests received in the ITSM Tool following agreed procedures
• Triage reported incidents and make initial diagnosis before carrying out known solutions where applicable. Aim to resolve incidents at 1st/2nd line by using remote access tools where necessary.
• Respond and resolve more complex incidents and service requests within agreed operational target levels and escalate to 3rd level support teams within ICT and external suppliers.
• Take ownership of issues by carrying out problem analysis to implement temporary or permanent fixes with the aim of restoring service to the customer as soon as possible; escalating incidents to other support teams where necessary utilising the ITIL framework.
• Create, maintain and publish relevant support documentation in order to assist colleagues in the quick resolution of their incidents and service requests and enable users to become more self-sufficient, providing advice and guidance on best practice within a defined range of requests.
• Maintain CMDB records in line with agreed process.

The Application Process

Application – Initially you will apply via our website by attaching 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.

If successfully shortlisted you will be invited to competency based interview with questions centred around our Service’s competency framework.

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 – 2nd September 2022

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.

Prevention Team Leader

Scale PO1

£32,798  –  £35,336 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent

Based at Worcester Fire Station

The Role

As the Prevention Team Leader you will manage and direct the day to day function of a Prevention team and all areas within this related to reducing accidental dwelling fires and Home Fire Safety.  The postholder will support the efficient and effective delivery of the Prevention Strategy across the Service to assist in the reduction of fires in the home, road traffic collisions and other risks.

A full job description and person specification for the role can be found attached to this advert.

About Us

Every day we’re helping to save lives and keep the community safe – and not only by fighting fires.  Behind the scenes at Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, there are lots of other roles that people don’t see, helping to provide vital functions to keep us an efficient and effective Fire and Rescue Service.

Preventing fires and other emergencies from happening is the most effective way to save lives. Prevention activities not only help to reduce the actual number of emergency incidents we attend, but also how serious those incidents could be. Prevention activities support our communities to stay safe and well in their homes, on the roads and in the wider environment.

Reasons to Join Us

• 28 days annual leave entitlement increasing to 33 days after five years’ continuous service (plus bank holidays).
• Access to a local government pension scheme.
• Flexi-time and homeworking scheme allowing you to have an element of flexibility over your working hours.
• Free car parking at Service headquarters and across our 25 fire stations
• Access to restaurant facilities and an on-site gym
• Access to the Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest Emergency Services discount card

The closing date for applications is Sunday 11th September 2022. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 28 September 2022. Please note, the successful applicant will be subject to a basic level DBS check.

For any further queries regarding the role, please contact Head of Prevention, Emma Roberts, eroberts@hwfire.org.uk or 07824 538015.

HR Adviser

The Role
Post: HR Adviser
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: Friday 09th September 2022 at 16:00 GMT

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HR Adviser working in the HR Advice and Employee Relations Team. This is a full-time permanent post based at 169 Union Street, with the facility to work from home. A requirement for this role is that you are able to travel to any London Fire Brigade location.

People Services department and this role is undergoing a review towards a new operating model so it is an exciting time in playing a role in the delivery of the LFC’s ambitious transformation agenda and deliver the people priorities.

You will be responsible for supporting and coaching managers on the full range of people management matters, providing risk assessed options taking into account organisational priorities and employment legislation. You will also be responsible for managing complex casework, providing expert advice on employee relations issues.

You should be CIPD qualified or have an equivalent comprehensive knowledge of the application of conditions of service, good professional HR practice and current employment legislation, together with significant experience of employee relations case management.

The successful candidate will have self initiative along with the ability to build successful relationships and influence at all levels. They will also have strong critical, analytical and communication skills with the ability to make sound judgements under pressure.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the attached job description which is subject to the People Services review. 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 job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV.

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 September. 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.

Community Safety Advisor

Permanent Contract, 37-hour week, Full time, Local Government Pension Scheme, good annual leave entitlement, employee benefits, Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health, free onsite parking, onsite gym facilities.

Additional benefits:

• Uniform provided
• Access to Service vehicle

£24,866 – £25,425 a year (Scale F)

Closing date: 11 September 2022 at Midnight

Are you passionate about making a difference in the community?

Are you a people person with a keen interest in helping others?

Are you a strong team player that is flexible and adaptable in their approach?

If so, it could be you that we are looking for!

An excellent opportunity has arisen within the Prevention Team at Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service for a Community Safety Advisor. This role will involve working across the whole of the Service area assisting with our vision, to make Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes the safest areas in England in which to live, work and travel.

The ideal candidate for our Community Safety Advisor role will be:

• Great at communicating with people
• Flexible in their approach to work
• Keen to support the wider Prevention Team and local fire stations in the delivery of Prevention activity
• Passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable people
• Happy to travel across the Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes on a daily basis (vehicle provided)

The successful candidate will work with a team of other Advisors to deliver our ongoing project in specialised housing environments, high-rise premises, sheltered accommodation and other similar settings. A core focus will be delivering Fire & Wellness visits to people in their homes in these settings. During Fire & Wellness visits we work with occupants to identify and reduce fire risk in their homes by providing advice and guidance and installing risk reduction equipment such as smoke alarms as required.

Our Community Safety Advisors also attend community events alongside other members of the team and operational fire crews, to deliver wider community safety education to improve public safety across the service.

For further information about the role please review the job description.

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Equality of Opportunity

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.