Finance Pensions Analyst

The Role
Post: Finance Pensions Analyst
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £39,699 – £47,384 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Mon – Fri (flexible and hybrid working)
Application closing date: Thursday 7 July 2022 at 16:00 GMT

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the London Fire Brigade (LFB) as a Finance Pension Analyst. This is a new role created to ensure we fulfil our statutory requirements and deal effectively with pension related issues as they impact on LFB. As the largest Fire & Rescue Service in the UK we have 4,500+ firefighters that have access to a pension scheme and therefore our commitment to this requires extensive work to be undertaken.

Important attributes of a successful candidate would be to communicate effectively using well developed interpersonal skills which will enable you to develop strong working relationships both within LFB and with external stakeholders such as the Local Government Association and other fire and rescue services. In addition, the ability to suggest and implement new ways of working and to be flexible in your approach would be highly desirable.

Whilst prior knowledge of pensions would be beneficial, we also welcome applications from talented individuals who can provide examples of learning a new role with diligence, enthusiasm and teamwork. Furthermore, as this role will be producing reports and providing support to senior officers it is vital that the successful candidate will have had this exposure previously.

Attention to detail is a key component of the role as the successful applicant will make statutory submissions for the LFB alongside acting as a lead to provide pensions information that is incorporated into the LFB’s statutory Statement of Accounts which are externally audited and therefore open to the highest scrutiny.

In return you will be provided with full training and support to deliver this role successfully.

You will join a team of over 30 finance professionals and a department that is currently undertaking transformation to deliver to the highest standards and to strive to make a difference.

To apply – To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully undertake the role set out in the job description and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the 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

CV and cover letter. (sift)

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Candidates successful to progress to stage 2, will be requested to complete and submit a draft report in advance of the interview date (sift). Candidates shortlisted at this stage will be invited to Stage 3 – Assessment Centre

Stage 3

Candidates invited to Assessment Centre will be requested to complete a 30 minute exercise and a formal interview.
Note: The 30-min exercise will be the base of the first questions at the start of the interview.

Assessment for this role is due to take place on W.C. 01/08 on MS Teams (a video conferencing service). Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional Information
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.

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.

Experienced Fire Safety Inspector

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

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

Location – East Hub, Maidenhead

Excellent annual leave allowance of 27 Days and Flexible Working Hours

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 to 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

For further details about the role please contact Lisa Eveleigh, East Hub Protection Manager at eveleighl@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 17:00 hours on Friday 08 July 2022

Anticipated start date: 22 August 2022

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run week commencing 18 July 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.

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

Industrial Relations and Organisational Effectiveness Officer

The Role
Post: Industrial Relations and Organisational Effectiveness 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 29 June 2022 at 16:00 GMT

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Industrial Relations and Organisational Effectiveness Officer working in the Culture and Organisational Development 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 will be working under a new operating model so it is an exciting time in playing a role in the delivery of the Brigade’s ambitious transformation agenda and deliver the people priorities.

You will be responsible for facilitating the Joint Consultative Committees for the Brigade, including the production of papers, minutes and matters arising. You will also be responsible for owning the Brigade consultation log, monitoring key information about all consultations and negotiations, and sharing with senior staff as well as preparing advice and guidance.

You should have experience of servicing formal meetings; taking minutes; preparing agendas; actioning decisions in a unionised environment and effective organisational skills to manage and plan workloads dealing competing priorities to meet deadlines within a busy environment.

The successful candidate will have self-initiative to work with minimal supervision along with the ability to build successful relationships. They will also have strong written and oral communication skills to accurately take minutes of meetings, draft correspondence and deal effectively with staff at all levels.

To apply, please complete the online application and upload the following documents:

• A copy of your up-to-date CV.
• A cover letter (max. of two sided A4) clearly outlining the relevant experience, qualifications, skills and qualities you have to successfully perform this role (see the job description below). If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access and the full advert.

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 in July. 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 will 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.

Area Manager

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue are seeking to appoint an ambitious, innovative and forward-thinking individual to the role of Area Manager to be part of our Senior Leadership Team.  The right individual will help us deliver our aspiration of “Making South Yorkshire safer and stronger” and will contribute to shaping the direction of the Service whilst providing leadership to key departments, to achieve continuous organisational, service and performance improvement.

The HMICFRS inspection in 2019, found that South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue “is ‘good’ in effectively keeping people safe and secure from fire and other risks; in operating efficiently and in looking after its people.”

We are well regarded by both the communities we serve and the partner agencies with which we do business within South Yorkshire.

Eligibility Criteria

You will be substantive and competent in the role of Group Manager and be a qualified Internal Quality Assurer.

About the role

The role of Area Manager is an integral part of our Senior Leadership Team and is intrinsic in ensuring the provision of a professional, inclusive, innovative and effective Fire and Rescue Service in accordance with all statutory and legal duties.

The successful candidate will need to be operationally competent as the role carries a responsibility to deploy to operational incidents at Gold Level.

You will work on our Continuous Duty System, a minimum of 42 hours per week, with managerial hours normally undertaken Monday to Friday.  All officers on the Continuous Duty System should have attained (or be working towards) the Skills for Justice Level 7 Strategic Command Qualification and have attended the Multi Agency Gold Incident Command (MAGIC) training programme.

You will role model our behaviours of honesty, integrity and respect in all that you do. This will require an open, transparent and inclusive style and the ability to develop positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.

An open and engaging style of leadership, significant experience of developing and leading positive industrial relations landscapes, and a commitment to all aspects of diversity and inclusion, will be essential in building effective relationships with all stakeholders in managing through a period of change as the service reviews its strategic leadership references.

Further information about the requirements of the role can be found in the accompanying rolemap.

Upon invitation to attend the process, you will be asked whether you require any reasonable adjustments in order to complete any of the assessments.  This may include things such as additional reading time where required.

For a confidential conversation regarding this position contact CFO Chris Kirby 07787 438 640 or DCFO Tony Carlin 07979 516 841.

Information regarding the Service and our Fire Authority can be found at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/

Application packs are available by emailing recruitment@syfire.gov.uk and should be returned electronically to the same email address by the date stated in the timetable.

We believe diversity in all its forms delivers a better service for our staff and our communities.  As an equal opportunities employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Area Manager Recruitment Process Timeline

Closing Date for Applications: 0900 Monday 27 June 2022

Notification of Shortlist: 1700 Monday 27 June 2022

Operational Command Assessment: Tuesday 28 June 2022 OR Wednesday 29 June 2022

Notification of outcome for operational command assessment (pass/fail): Thursday 30 June 2022

Psychometric Testing (online): Thursday 30 June 2022

Notification of Assessment Centre: Thursday 30 June 2022

Assessment Centre: Friday 1 July 2022 OR Monday 4 July 2022

• Presentation & interview
• Written exercise
• Role play

Notification of outcome: Tuesday 5 July 2022

FIRE SERVICE CONTROL OPERATORS (x 4)

Working an average of 42 hours per week on a shift basis

Control Room, Joint Communications Centre, St Asaph

Salary – starting at £22,981 per annum (trainee) and rising to £30,632 per annum (once fully competent, minimum 2 years)

We are looking to recruit 4 x Fire Service Control Operators to join our team on a permanent basis (subject to 12 month probationary period). Fire and Rescue Control staff are the first point of contact when an emergency is reported, playing a vital role in bringing incidents to a successful conclusion through the use of specialised call handling techniques.

Open day and night, the Control Room operates on a shift based system providing cover 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Remaining calm under pressure, the Control Operator receives, extracts and accurately records information from callers relating to requests for emergency and non-emergency assistance. The appropriate resources will then be mobilised to meet the needs of the event in accordance with laid down policies and procedures.

You must be able to think fast, have good bilingual communication skills and relay both written and spoken instructions accurately in both English and Welsh.

Applicants will need to demonstrate (with evidence) the skills, as outlined in the job description and Person Specification including:

• Evidence of data retrieval and keyboard typing skills equivalent to 35wpm, with 80% accuracy
• Good standard of education – 5 GCSEs or equivalent (to include Adult literacy and numeracy level 2)
• Ability to communicate effectively, using an appropriate style particularly when working under pressure or dealing with people who may be distressed or anxious
• Ability to understand, recall, apply and adopt relevant information in an organised, safe and systematic way
• Aptitude to work and develop as a team member in a structured environment, to achieve continuous personal and team performance
• Must be able to work unsociable hours, with flexibility regarding shift pattern and shift changes
• Successful clearance of North Wales Police NPPV Level 2 vetting process. (Anticipated start date will be November 2022 following completion of vetting process with successful applicants)
• Level 4 Welsh: speaking and listening – the ability to speak welsh and respond to emergency 999 calls confidently in Welsh is essential for this post.

The selection process consists of a number of assessments (including typing, Language skills and basic skills) which must be successfully completed prior to interview. Interview and technical assessments are scheduled to take place week commencing 18 July 2022.

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 12:00 on 05.07.2022

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

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Control room on 01931 522006.

Deputy Chief Fire Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Humberside Fire and Rescue Service, an innovative, high performing organisation which has ambitious plans for the service it provides to the communities of Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, North East Lincolnshire, and North Lincolnshire. Following a recent promotion, the Fire Authority is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced executive to assist the Chief Fire Officer in leading Humberside Fire and Rescue Service into the future. The successful applicant will form part of the Authority’s Executive team, supporting the Chief Fire Officer in providing strategic leadership, influencing the vision and direction of the service.

We are seeking an individual who has significant experience in a corporate environment, has a supportive and inclusive leadership style and a high level of emotional intelligence. You must be a driven, self-motivated and credible individual. You will possess excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders and partners. The ideal candidate will also have excellent political acumen, be able to execute substantial programmes of change and drive forward continuous improvement within the service.

You will have extensive experience  at a senior executive level, have a relevant degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) or equivalent professional qualification appropriate to the post and will have completed a MAGIC course and be working at Fire Service Incident Command Level 4. Forming part of the Principal Officer Gold rota, you will be required to provide a permanent base suitable for attending any incidents in the Humber area within 2 hours.

Flexible working and working from home will be considered although physical attendance at some meetings will be required.

Benefits package:

• Attractive salary
• Access to a pool car to provide continuous duty
• Relocation Assistance Package
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Sports and Welfare Association with free use of gym

Applications will be via the submission of an application form, outlining suitability for the role against the criteria set out in the person specification.  An application pack can be obtained by emailing HR@humbersidefire.gov.uk or by calling 01482 567546.

Deputy Chief Fire Officer Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date – 3rd July 2022
• Shortlisting Date – Week commencing 4th July 2022
• Online Psychometric Assessments – 11th July – 15th July 2022
• Incident Command Assessment – 12th/13th July 2022
• Professional Discussion Date –  18th July 2022
• Appointments Panel Dates (to include Humberside Fire Authority Appointments Panel interview, Partner Panel Interview and a Staff Panel Interview) – 19th/20th/21st July 2022

Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which includes completion of the Non-Police Personal Vetting (NPPV) Level 2 clearance and Security Clearance (SC) vetting, references and medical including a fitness test.

For an informal discussion about the Deputy Chief Fire Officer role please contact Chief Fire Officer, Chris Blacksell, on 01482 567417 (PA to CFO).

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.

Head of Fundraising

Are you creative, motivational and have experience in managing a fundraising team?  The Head of Fundraising will be responsible for taking strategic leadership of the engagement of these audiences through a ‘digital first’ approach to supporter acquisition, individual giving, community, regional and events programmes, supported by improved data insight and analysis.

Already successful with regional fundraising teams and individual giving income streams, you will have significant management experience and data skills, along with demonstrable success identifying opportunities, new digital fundraising trends and growing sustainable engaging donor journeys.

Apply today or find out more by contacting recruitment@firefighterscharity.org.uk

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 4 July 2022

Interviews will be held: w/c 11 July 2022