999 Control Officer

Post: 999 Control Officer
Salary range: £25,918.58 – £33,776.11 plus 20% shift allowance
Application closing date: Monday 29 August 2022 at 16:00 GMT

The London Fire Brigade are here to protect and serve London.

Our 999 Control Officers are based at our operations centre in Merton and manage over 180,000 999 calls a year from Londoners when they need us most. We mobilise fire engines and specialist equipment, provide support to firefighters and work with other emergency services to safely resolve incidents across the Capital.

A career as a 999 Control Officer involves providing advice to callers and gathering important information to assist the Brigades response to a terrorist attack, serious fire, major incident or large-scale flooding event. Thankfully, these don’t occur every day.

Some of your time will be spent responding to emergencies, you will be taking 999 calls to road traffic collisions, fire alarms, rescues and other incidents requiring our assistance.

At other times you will be undertaking training and development, supporting routine operations in the Control room or speaking to fire stations and officers ensuring you and the Brigade are ready to respond.

At the London Fire Brigade, we believe every contact counts, that starts with Control and it could start with you.

No matter what you are dealing with, day or night, 365 days a year, every contact counts towards keeping London safe.

Is this the career for you?

• Would you like a role that is fulfilling which helps saves lives?
• Could you talk someone through their most distressing moments whilst being calm and compassionate?
• Could you work flexibly on a day and night shift pattern, including some holidays and celebrations?
• Are you able to communicate clearly and follow systems under intense pressure?
• Do you like working as part of a team?

If you answered yes and think you have what it takes then we would love to hear from you.

If successful our new 999 Control Officers will undertake an intensive eight-week training course which covers everything from emergency call management to radio procedure, fire survival guidance and appliance types.

Upon successful completion, you will be posted to a watch to continue your development throughout your probation period of nine months. Training is continuous and we are looking for someone with the self motivation to study and learn, to help them be the best they can be.

Over 300 languages are spoken in Greater London, though not essential, the London Fire Brigade welcomes applications from individuals who can speak additional languages.

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

To apply – complete the online application form and provide a cover letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge to address the following selection criteria.

1 – The ability to communicate professionally with colleagues and members of the public.

2 – How you have demonstrated your commitment to personal development and learning in current/previous roles or education.

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
You will be required to undertake an assessment process and achieve a successful standard at each stage to progress to the next part of the process.

Stage 1

Application form and evidence to address the selection criteria (Sift).

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Online Simucall assessment (please visit https://www.simucall.com/ to find out more information).

Online verbal reasoning test (please refer to the attached LFB online test information document).

Assessments will take place on 1st, 2nd and 5th September.

Successful candidates will be invited to stage 3.

Stage 3

Interviews for this role are taking place on week commencing 12th September at LOC (London Operations Centre).

Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment dates, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional Information
Offers of appointment will be subject to a successful medical, reference and other security checks, and if successful you will undertake an intensive, assessment based training course and will have to achieve competence before joining a watch.

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.

Benefits of working for LFB

• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• 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

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.

Watch Manager – Staff Office

Job Title – Watch Manager – Staff Office
Permanent
Working Hours: 42 Hours
Salary: £39,974
Location: Various

About the opportunity

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with an enthusiasm for coordinating and assisting with the day-to-day functions of Combined Groups Staff Team and supporting the local Management Teams and Station personnel, acting as the focal point for information storing, auditing and advice.

About you

Are you ready for a collaborative, positive and rewarding opportunity to lead others at one of the country’s biggest, dynamic, and progressive Fire & Rescue Services?

Currently this role also includes assisting the Central Resourcing Team (when required) in the management of global appliance crewing, Pre-Arranged Out Duties and Additional Shift Working.

The Watch Manager role will be predominately based at the Combined Group Service Delivery Points, however successful applicant will also be required to travel anywhere within Essex to assist in meeting the Combined Groups Staff Team and Central Resourcing Teams strategic commitments.

If you are excited by the opportunities to develop our co-ordination and support offer and think you could make a positive difference to our people and communities, we would love to hear from you.

What Are We Looking For?

Applicants for the role will exemplify professionalism and maintain high standards.
> To be eligible to apply for the role, you must be able to demonstrate that you have:
> Held a substantive role as a Crew Manager (wholetime) for a minimum of twelve months, or are Watch Manager (or equivalent), within a UK Fire and Rescue Service
> Incident Command verification level 1, or be able to achieve within six months
> Successfully completed all other relevant operational assessments and compulsory courses for your current role, 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 42 ml/kg/min, or be actively engaged in a programme of fitness

How to apply 

External Candidates
You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words detailing how you meet the essential criteria for the person specification via our online application form. Please ensure you have uploaded the supporting statement before clicking Apply.

Assessment and selection 

The assessment activity will take place in line with the Service’s agreed promotion approach  and will involve the following activities:

Stage 1
Shortlisting

Stage 2
Values & leadership presentation and interview (NFCC Leadership Framework Leading Others);

Stage 3

Role specific assessment – written paper and interview for the role with – completion of WM role specific process for those not holding a pass for operational role which includes – operational drill, in-tray, Technical paper

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Reuben Frost at reuben.frost@essex-fire.gov.uk

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 –30th August 2022
Shortlisting – 31st August 2022
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.

Fire Safety Manager (Protection Team)

Role: Fire Safety Manager (Protection Department)
Contract: Watch Manager B / 42 hours per week (Day duty system) / £39,974 p/a* Green book Grade 8 / 37 hours per week / £35,336 – £38,553
Contract: Permanent – We are accepting applications from both operational and non-operational candidates for this role.

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, support availability and work from various stations across the county, in line with our Day-Duty Officers Riding (DDOR) principles

While we have opportunities across the county, and the roles can be performed flexibly, including some home working, there is a requirement to attend service premises in the South of the county on a regular basis, as well as attend business and premises around the county to undertake the role.

Are you passionate about fire safety?

Do you share our passion for making our communities safer? Can you provide practical advice on how to make our buildings and workspaces safer places? Are you excited to learn more about making Essex a safe place to live work and travel putting your knowledge and skills into practice in a diverse and challenging county?

If so, then the right opportunity for you has arisen within our Protection (formerly known as Fire Safety) team. As part of our Prevention and Protection strategies we are committed to undertaking more safety audits than ever before, and we are looking for the right people to represent us in the community, providing the right advice and responses to fire safety challenges.

What you will be doing:
Managing a team who will be undertaking building audits and inspections and providing fire safety advice and enforcement, you will assist in the management, development, and delivery of our protection and building review activity that is essential and an area of high priority for the Service.

The role will involve working within the Community inspecting a variety of buildings, providing advice to the responsible person and where necessary taking enforcement action, including a requirement to assess the design of new or extended buildings against the Building Regulations to ensure the design is compliant. You may also be required to deliver fire safety training to our operational firefighter teams.

Eligibility:

• You must have a Level 4 diploma in Fire Safety or be nearing completion of the qualification.
• Experience of liaising with the public, partners, and internal stakeholders, and providing professional advice
• Substantive Watch Managers (Lateral Transfer)
• Held a substantive role as a Crew Manager, and have been competent in role for a minimum of twelve months
• Successfully completed all relevant operation 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
• Possess a valid Incident Command Verification Level 1 (or equivalent).

How to apply
Crew and Watch Managers from other FRS

You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words detailing how you meet the essential criteria of the Fire Safety Manager person specification. Please ensure you have uploaded the supporting statement before clicking Apply. It is important that you provide as much evidence as possible as to how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification as this statement will be used to shortlist your application.

You may also upload a CV if you wish (no more than 2 pages).

Key dates
Closing date: On going
Shortlisting: As and when applications are received
Assessment: Presentation (topic to be confirmed) and interview
Interviews: After shortlisting

Contact
If you have any questions about the role, please contact John Lloyd, Group Manager – Protection, on 07785 975913 or by email to john.lloyd@essex-fire.gov.uk

If you have any queries about the process, please contact recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

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.

Experienced Fire Safety Inspector

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

Location – East Hub, Maidenhead Fire Station

Excellent annual leave allowance of 27 days per year plus public holidays.

Flexible working hours, Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

Other information about our benefits can be found here

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

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 5pm Friday 2 September 2022

Anticipated start date: 24 October 2022

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run week commencing 12 September 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 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

Assistant Chief Fire Officer

Salary: £121,433

Closing Date: Midnight on 28th August 2022

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 Deputy Chief Fire Officer and 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 is confident 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 as an Area Manager (temporary or permanent), have a relevant degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) or equivalent professional qualification appropriate to the post and will have successfully completed a MAGIC course and/or the Fire Service Level 4 Incident Command Course. Forming part of the Principal Officer Gold rota, you will be required to provide a permanent base within the region whilst on call.

Benefits package:

• Attractive salary
• Service provided vehicle
• 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 Assistant Chief Fire Officer 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.

Recruitment Timeline:

– Closing Date – 28 August 2022

– Shortlisting Date – 1 September 2022

– Online Psychometric Assessments – 5-11 September 2022

– Incident Command assessment and media interview – 7-8 September 2022

– Professional discussion – 12 September 2022

– Appointments Panel Date (to include Humberside Fire Authority Appointments Panel interview, Partner Panel Interview, Staff Panel Interview and a presentation) – 16 September 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.

For an informal discussion about the Assistant Chief Fire Officer role please contact Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Phil Shillito, on 01482 567417 (PA to DCFO).

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.