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Learning & Compliance Manager

Scale PO3

£40,578 – £43,570 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent

The role

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is offering a fantastic permanent opportunity for a talented, enthusiastic Learning & Compliance Manager to join our Training Centre department, responsible for the training of 700 staff.

Key requirements

You should have experience of delivering and facilitating the delivery of a complex educational syllabus to a wide range of learning styles and abilities. You should have experience of delivering theoretical and practical training to neurodiverse learners and understand the safety critical nature of training delivery.

Above all you will be an ardent supporter of organisational education and know how to affect a training culture transformation, providing drive, vision and dedication.

Skills & experience

You should have experience of:

Delivering an educational programme to a wide variety of learners, including neurodiverse learners
Providing strategic advice on educational improvements
Supporting and developing colleagues in the delivery of training and education
Providing advice and quality assurance to developers of internal training material
Implementing modern learning methods and technology
Ensuring a complex compliance model is adhered to

In addition you should:

Be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience in a relevant subject/professional area
Hold membership to a relevant professional body e.g. Society for Education and Teaching (SET)

In return you will be part of an exciting educational transformation in HWFRS, with the first 2 years being based at Pershore Fire Station on a Project Team to implement the changes, and thereafter based at Training Centre, Droitwich.

Additional information

We also offer:

Opportunities for professional development
Flexible working, including flexi time scheme and annual leave of 28 days per year (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to the Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest Emergency Service discount card

For more information please see the Job Description / Person Specification.

Closing date is 31st July 2022. Apply online through our WMJobs application portal.

If you have a specific question or require further information regarding this post, please contact Station Commander Richard Young on 07973152779.

Station Manager Promotion Board

Station Manager Promotion Board – South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue

Station Manager – multiple roles Service wide.

Salary – £45,861 (competent) £41,578 (Development) (plus 5%, plus 20% Flexi Duty Allowance dependent upon role)

Various locations across South Yorkshire dependent upon role. We promote agile working including homeworking.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue is proud to be one of the leading fire and rescue services in the country, having been rated as triple good in our most recent inspection from Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS).

We have a clear vision – to make South Yorkshire safer and stronger – and we base everything we do around this core aim. We also have a set of three key aspirations – to be a great place to work, to put people first and to strive to be the best.

We are a forward thinking and ambitious organisation that is constantly striving to improve. To meet our goals and aspirations we need capable and driven leaders who are passionate about delivering a first class service to the communities we serve.

We also want good people who share our values of honesty, integrity and respect. People who are brave and have the courage to do things differently, embrace diversity of thought and adapt to the challenges we will inevitably face in the future.

As a member of our station manager cohort you will be part of a busy, metropolitan fire service. Our crews and officers responded to over 13,500 incidents last year – ranging from road traffic collisions and water rescues, to animal rescues and traditional fires.

You will also help us manage and respond to the wide ranging risks we face across South Yorkshire. We’ve got shopping centres and national travel links, wildlife parks and airports, prisons and listed buildings, reservoirs and COMAH sites.

And ultimately, you will be helping to protect over 1.4 million people across 1,553 square kilometres. We need the very best leaders to help us do this so, if you’re up for a challenge, we want to hear from you.

Please visit our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs/station-manager-promotion-board-september-2022/ for further information including eligibility criteria, FAQs and details of how to apply.

The closing date for submitting completed Application Forms is 09:00 on Monday 25 July 2022.

Operational Wholetime Crew Managers

Operational Wholetime Crew Managers – Permanent and Temporary Vacancies

£35,747 per annum

Day Duty and Shift System (42 hours per week)

Various locations across the Service

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is a high achieving, dynamic and forward thinking organisation. During this recruitment and selection process we will be looking for positive, talented and inspirational individuals who will be able to help shape and lead the organisation, ensuring that the level of service received by the people of Derbyshire continues to be of the highest standard.

Due to our workforce planning profile we will appoint successful candidates on an organisational needs basis. Appointable candidates may be appointed as appropriate up until the start of the next Crew Manager promotion process, normally undertaken annually.

These opportunities are open to anyone who is a current local authority substantive competent Wholetime or On-Call Firefighter looking for promotion or an existing Crew Manager looking to transfer.

Applicants must demonstrate the following:

Evidence of displaying our values and striving to achieve our vision of Making Derbyshire Safer Together
Describe your leadership skills and explain how you would utilise these as a Crew Manager in a watch environment to achieve positive performance outcomes.
Detail of your personal commitment to development within the Service.
For all posts – provide evidence of having achieved 2 IFE Level 3 Certificate units, including

o Unit 2: Fire Operations (mandatory)

o and either – Unit 1: Fire Engineering Science or Unit 3: Fire Safety

Further information is outlined in the Service Procedure – Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE) Examinations which can be found in the links at the end of the page.

Successful candidates that do not hold a Level 1 Incident Command Qualification will be required to undertake an initial 4-day course with assessment later in 2022. Appointments will only be offered upon successful completion of the Level 1 course.

DFRS require successful candidates to complete the Leadership Programme. Further information can be found in the links at the end of the page.

Appointable candidates will remain on a hold list until the next process, normally a period of 12 months.

Guidance on the Pension implications of undertaking a temporary role / promotion can be found by following the link below to FireView or by request from the Service Centre:

If you are an existing On-Call Employee with DFRS and are successful in gaining a Wholetime role, please note that the maximum number of hours On-Call cover you are able to provide is 60 hours per week. For further guidance, please refer to the Secondary Employment Policy and the Retained Flexible Contracts – Local Collective Agreement.

We offer family friendly policies, free car parking, health & wellbeing services, a discount scheme and eligibility to join the Firefighters’ Pension Scheme.

All successful candidates will be subject to the necessary security vetting and other relevant employment checks.

For roles based at Headquarters, Ripley or Joint Training Centre, Ripley – 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.

Operational employees are responsible for their own fitness, health and wellbeing. Fitness will need to be maintained for the role to be undertaken safely. Specifically, the fitness requirements must be met as detailed in the DFRS Fitness Policy.

We are committed to equality and fairness at work, supporting and encouraging diversity through recruitment and the work we undertake.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 7 August 2022

Interviews will commence 12 September 2022 on various dates over 3 weeks.

If you would like further information about the Operational Wholetime Crew Manager role or require assistance with completing the application, please contact the Service Centre service-centre@derbys-fire.gov.uk.

Payroll and Pensions Assistant

We’ve undertaken a major restructure of our finance team, creating some exciting new opportunities.

As a Payroll & Pensions Assistant, you will help to prepare payrolls for serving and retired staff and help to administer the firefighter and local government pension schemes.

You should have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation, be able to deal with high volumes of data changes and work well as a member of a team.

You’ll need a Foundation Level CIPP Qualification and GCSEs, including Maths and English (A to C or equivalent).

Planning and organisation skills will be really important- as will the ability to use different operating systems.

If this is you, apply today by explaining how you meet the essential requirements on the job description and person specification.

For more information about the role, please contact Claire Davies on 0114 2532472.

A job description, person specification and application form for the role can be obtained via our intranet at http://syfirecorp01/human-resources-h-r/find-a-job/ or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk or on 0114 253 2811.

To apply for the post, please submit your CV along with a covering letter to recruitment@syfire.gov.uk. Your covering letter should explain how your knowledge and experience meet the criteria within the person specification. If you do not include this information, your application may not meet the requirements within the shortlisting criteria. Please limit your covering letter to a maximum of two A4 pages.

If you would prefer to submit an application form, please download a copy from our website or contact recruitment at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours on Friday 29th July 2022.

Interviews will be week commencing Monday 15th August 2022.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented, particularly in mid to senior level positions within SYFR. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. references, and medical screening where necessary.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Helpdesk Operative

An opportunity has arisen within our Estates & Facilities section for a Helpdesk Operative, to support the delivery of all property related requirements across all stations within South Yorkshire.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB

Responsible for the provision of technical advice and support to enable the efficient operation of Estates and Facilities department and for the administration duties related to the repair and maintenance function of the Fire Service Estate.

Working to department KPIs and ensuring at all-time excellent customer service, quality and efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To assist with planning, allocation and supervision of in-house and contractor resources to repair requests ensuring compliance with Fire Service procedures and standards. Ensuring that all work and contractor visits are reported to the relevant site, booked in and names or engineers / personnel attending are logged .To assist the Office & Help Desk Manager by monitoring and evaluating the progress of work to ensure deadlines and targets are achieved and that works are carried out in accordance with appropriate regulations and to an appropriate standard. Ensuring that a weekly update report is generated from TecForge outlining completed / outstanding works for each contractor is produced.

Comply at all times with the Code of Conduct for officers of the Authority and such other professional requirements as to standards of conduct

The successful person, as a minimum, must:

Recognised apprenticeship, C&G qualification, NVQ3 or equivalent (for example in Electrical or Mechanical Installation / Engineering, Administration).
Knowledge of working on a busy facilities customer focused helpdesk with proved track record of customer service, quality and integrity
Knowledge of computerised data entry and retrieval from databases and spreadsheets.
Proven ability to assess the technical implications of a building related task, including the ability to assess priority and resourcing.

For more information about the role contact Carol Crawshaw on 07553633985

An application form, job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our intranet site at http://syfirecorp01/human-resources-h-r/recruitment/corporate-staff-vacancies/ or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 09:00am hours on Monday 25th July 2022.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black or Minority Ethnic backgrounds (BME), women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT) or are registered as disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Mechanic (x2)

An opportunity has arisen within our Transport Section for two Mechanics, based at our Workshops in Rotherham.

We are seeking to recruit two Mechanics at our Vehicle and Equipment repair Workshop. The overall purpose of the role will be to undertake repairs, modifications and maintenance to our fleet of vehicles and equipment.

To be considered for the role you will have experience of repairs, maintenance and servicing to both light and Large Goods Vehicles to the VOSA Standard. You will also have experience in the repair and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic and vehicle electrical/electronic systems. You will have knowledge of the Road Transport Legislation for class 4, 5, 7 and LGV vehicle including current road vehicle maintenance standards and have good understanding of vehicle diagnostic and repair techniques.

You must possess a recognised qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair NVQ level 3 or equivalent, have an LGV Driving License – Class ‘C’ minimum and be able to work independently or within a team.

For more information about the role contact Ian Kemp (01142532210) or Chris Lawrance (01142532672)

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

To apply for the post please download an application form from our website or contact recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 09:00am hours on Monday 25th July 2022.

Interviews will be on week commencing Monday 8th August 2022.

New starters will normally commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 27 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 31 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 36 days.

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Occupational Health & Wellbeing Manager

An opportunity has arisen within our occupational health and wellbeing team for a manager, partly based at CHQ, with agile working too.

The overall purpose of the role will be to lead the occupational health & wellbeing team in the delivery of their work involving advising, supporting and assessing all employees in relation to occupational health and wellbeing, so that a professional service is delivered in line with all relevant service strategies & objectives, guidelines and statutory requirements.

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of providing effective team leadership in a service provision context; designing, commissioning, implementing and evaluating innovative health & wellbeing programmes, projects, interventions and initiatives; advising, leading and negotiating with senior managers at a corporate level in relation to health risk management, and; a successful track record of consistent achievement in a multi-disciplined organisation.

You must possess a degree in a relevant subject area or equivalent demonstrable experience and knowledge of OH and wellbeing issues. You will be professional, persuasive and influential and able to command the confidence of senior operational managers, employees, trade unions, external partners and other stakeholders. You will have strong management skills with the ability to inspire, motivate and support a team of employees during periods of high demand and pressure and instil a strong customer service orientation.

The key duties will include providing strong leadership to the OH & wellbeing team and the wider people function, setting a clear vision and strategy for the management of health and wellbeing; collaboratively working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that all significant organisational risks to health are consistently and appropriately identified, communicated and that programmes are installed to effectively manage those health risks in line with SYFR risk management strategy, appropriate health protection plans, legislative guides and OH & wellbeing sector best practice, and; ensuring the OH & wellbeing team consistently provides robust health surveillance and case management support programmes suitable and sufficient for the needs of the SYFR.

For more information about the role contact Sue Kelsey, Head of HR, on 07766781812

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our intranet site at http://syfirecorp01/human-resources-h-r/recruitment/corporate-staff-vacancies/ or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

To apply for the post please download an application form from our website or contact recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 09:00am hours on Wednesday 20th July 2022

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 2nd August 2022

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Inspecting Officer (Petroleum & Alternative Fuels)

The Role

Post: Inspecting Officer (Petroleum & Alternative Fuels)
Salary: £18,438.50 per annum
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £18,438.50 – £21,110.50 per annum.
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Application closing date: Wednesday 20 July 2022 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen to join the Fire Safety department in the role of an Inspecting Officer (Petroleum & Alternative Fuels).

Reporting to the Petroleum and Alternative Fuels Group Team Leader, you will be responsible for undertaking inspections at petroleum dispensing premises as well as evaluating design submissions and certifying sites as being acceptable for the storage of petrol. You will be required to keep up to date with industry developments, shape policies and negotiate with key stakeholders both within and outside the Brigade, to ensure London Fire Brigade retains its place as a centre of excellence. You will also be expected to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external parties, including working with our Primary Authority Partners.

The ability to understand and decipher technical information and strong organisational skills are required for this role. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills are required in order to cultivate and maintain relationships within the Brigade and with outside organisations. An understanding of current legislation which covers petroleum and alternative fuels, key developments and related emerging themes is desirable but not essential.

Please be advised additional learning and travel may be required as part of this role.

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

Benefits of working for LFB

Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
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.

Eligibility

A recognised qualification in petroleum and/or fire safety (or an equivalent standard), and the successful applicant will be prepared to commit to training and subsequent qualifications suitable to the role.

Possession of a current UK Driving licence.

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 early August. 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.

Infrastructure Design and Support Analyst

The Role
Post: Infrastructure Design and Support Analyst
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: Wednesday 20 July 2022 at 16:00 GMT

As a key support service, the delivery of high quality ICT services is crucial to the efficient, effective and economic achievement of the Brigade’s vision.

The role of Infrastructure Design and Support Analyst is key to maintaining and developing the Brigade’s on-premise and cloud infrastructure in an operational based capacity. The focus of this role is the smooth running of the brigade’s server environment and supporting infrastructure services ensuring all parts of the server infrastructure are maintained, patched and secure.

The successful candidate will have experience and proven success at contributing to the continuous design, development and support of server based infrastructures running on a on premises Hypervisor based infrastructure and/or cloud based infrastructure for a large multi-site organisation, preferably in a 24/7/365 industry, working on Microsoft Server and VMware based platforms.

Candidates should be used to working as part of a team but they must also be able to manage their own workload effectively.

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

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 mid August. 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
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.

Senior Network Engineer

The Role
Post: Senior Network Engineer
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: Wednesday 20 July 2022 at 16:00 GMT

This is a position for a senior network engineer with sound experience in Data, Voice, Security and Wireless technologies. Preferably CCNP certified, with good knowledge in Cisco ISE, NGFs, routers, switches (inc Nexus), wireless controllers and network management tools. The post involves taking responsibility for projects including support of the network infrastructure and is based at LFB Headquarters. Remote access is used when appropriate and site visits will be required during projects and support. The chosen candidate will need to have the ability to work and fit seamlessly within a small team and at times work on their own initiative. Responsibility and accountability are key ingredients along with a good attitude and desire to complete tasks to the best of their ability

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

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