Team Administrator – NFCC

Job Title: Team Administrator
Contract Type: 6 months Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £23,000 – £25,000
Department: Administration & Secretariat
Directorate: Professional Services
Location: Working from home, with very occasional UK travel
Reports to: Administration & Secretariat Support Team Leader

The NFCC is currently seeking a conscientious Team Administrator to join our busy Administration & Secretariat Team.

The postholder will provide professional and high-quality administrative support to the NFCC Admin & Secretariat function, the wider NFCC and it’s stakeholders as required.

Acting as a first point of contact for general administrative tasks, including supporting the 

Admin & Secretariat team on projects as required.

Booking of staff travel and accommodation.

Assisting with meeting scheduling; booking venues, catering and refreshments for external meetings.

Assisting with mailbox management, escalating queries to the relevant member(s) of the Admin & Secretariat team as well as other NFCC colleagues.

Supporting staff across the NFCC with the formatting, standardisation, proof-reading and distribution of documents in-line with NFCC guidelines.

Aiding the Admin & Secretariat team in their management of various platforms and databases including our community’s platform and membership database. Creating new user accounts and subject matter groups as well as handling queries, handling membership forms and handling requests.

Assisting with the maintenance of distribution lists and contact sheets.

Maintaining and updating trackers, distributing to the relevant contacts where required.

Ad-hoc secretariat support where required.

Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description on the NFCC Website .

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and actively encourage applicants from under-represented groups to apply. We welcome everyone to consider being a part of the NFCC.

What you can expect:

We are people centred and focus on creating a positive and engaging working environment. Wellbeing, reward, recognition, and personal development are not just words we talk about, we put them into action daily.

We offer an enhanced annual leave allowance of 26 days (pro-rata) plus bank holidays, Health Care Cashplan, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and support flexitime working.

How to apply: 

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button on the NFCC Website . CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position. 

Closing Date – 13th July 2025 with interviews taking place the week commencing 21st July 2025.  

PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS.

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post. 

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive. 

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment .

PORTFOLIO OFFICE MANAGER

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) is seeking a dynamic and forward thinking Portfolio Manager to lead the development and management of our Portfolio Management Office (PMO). This is a unique opportunity to oversee a wide range of transformation and improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals and delivering real value to the communities we serve. You will design and embed best practice frameworks, provide senior-level governance and reporting, and support delivery teams across the Service—all while championing continuous improvement and ethical, inclusive leadership.

Leading a skilled team of programme and project professionals, you will drive portfolio-level planning, prioritisation and assurance. Your role will involve close collaboration with performance, planning and risk colleagues to ensure a data-informed, integrated approach to change. We’re looking for a proven leader with a strong background in PMO or portfolio governance in a complex organisation, experience delivering large-scale transformation, and a passion for innovation and public service. A recognised qualification in programme, project or portfolio management is desirable, along with the ability to communicate effectively and inclusively. Join us to make a meaningful impact in one of Wales’ most vital public services.

Data Quality Administrator

Data Quality Administrator.

Permanent.

FSHQ/Hybrid Working.

£29,572.00 to £30,559.00 per annum

Are you passionate about data accuracy and integrity? West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are seeking a meticulous and proactive Data Quality Administrator to help ensure the reliability of our organisation’s data. In this vital role, you’ll monitor and improve data quality across systems, develop dashboards and reports and collaborate with teams to resolve data issues. If you have a sharp eye for detail, strong technical skills and a commitment to high standards, we want to hear from you!

What we offer: an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly working, 37 hour week flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, an Employee Assistance Program, car salary sacrifice scheme.

Job Purpose: To support the organisation’s data management initiatives by ensuring the accuracy, integrity and reliability of data across systems. The role involves developing and implementing data quality standards, conducting audits and collaborating with departments to address data issues. You’ll also support training and promote best practices in data handling.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor, assess and improve data quality across multiple systems and databases.

Develop and maintain data quality dashboards and generate reports from data systems as required.

Collaborate with data owners to ensure accuracy and compliance with data quality standards.

Support data cleansing activities, resolve inconsistencies or gaps, and work with relevant teams to address issues.

Provide training and support to users on data quality practices.

Promote adherence to the NFCC Core Code of Ethics and WYFRS values, and support organisational policies including GDPR, safeguarding, and business continuity.

Essential requirements:

Demonstrable knowledge and/or experience of data regulations (e.g. GDPR).

Experience using data within systems and databases.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel.

Literacy and numeracy at Level 2 / GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 or equivalent, or equivalent experience.

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve data issues.

High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data accuracy.

Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams.
 

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must also have a car available for work purposes with valid business insurance and have a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting up to 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.

We are a caring organisation, promote an environment of inclusivity and learning and welcome people from all walks of life – just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.

We offer an excellent package as outlined above. Job share applicants welcome.

For further details of this and all our vacancies and to apply online please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers

Closing date for all applications is midnight on Sunday 20th July 2025.        

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, including women, racially & ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees share the same commitment.

Professional Standards Officer (Station Commander)

Professional Standards Officer
Salary: £60,294 plus 20% Flexi-duty allowance.

Station Commanders (substantive and competent) are invited to apply for the role of Professional Standards Officer in the Professional Standards Unit (PSU).

SC’s will remain on the flexi-duty rota and receive the Flexi-duty allowance.

Successful applicants will be required to commit to a minimum of 2 years in this role.

Application closing date: 4 PM on Friday 18th July 2025.

The PSU is a team which provides a comprehensive Professional Standards advisory and support service on all matters relating to discipline, bullying, harassment and discrimination (BHD)-related grievance, and complex investigations. Undertaking engagement with operational and corporate leaders across the LFB to identify trends, risks and opportunities relating to discipline and grievances, and working with leaders and HR colleagues to address them. Providing advice and support to a range of customers, ensuring that this is in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Brigade and in line with best practice. To encourage a culture of continuous improvement and modernisation, and to provide appropriate leadership and challenge to customers on all HR issues. The postholder must demonstrate high levels of integrity to build and retain trust in the PSU service.

The role of the SC within the PSU will be both varied and demanding calling upon a range of skills and experience building on the changes we have already seen following the Cultural Review. You will play a pivotal role in leading PSU engagement with the broader organisation, helping to educate and collate feedback which will shape the way the unit operates. You will also conduct investigations and provide advice and guidance on conduct matters. We are looking for officers with high levels of integrity and resilience as you will be exposed to highly sensitive information. This is the perfect opportunity for officers who want to broaden their organisational knowledge and will provide the successful candidate a high-profile role that ensures professional standards are maintained across all areas of the organisation. Please note that applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check along with Social Media screening.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

For more information or for an informal discussion with the hiring manager, please contact the Recruitment team via recruitment@london-fire.gov.uk

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
Applicants must:

Be a competent and substantive Station Commander who has demonstrated competence against the requirements of the Station Commander role map in an operational post.

Be serving as a wholetime officer in a UK local government brigade.

Have a Level 4 Skills for Justice Incident Command qualification and in ticket.

Hold a full UK driving licence.

Be free of any current formal disciplinary sanctions.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1 – online application and a personal statement

To apply, please upload a copy of your up to date CV, a copy of your Skills for Justice qualification and if applicable, a copy of your Incident Command revalidation, submit an online application and provide a personal statement of no more than 4,000 characters outlining how your skills and experience would best suit the role.

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.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to take part in a formal panel interview, at which they will:

• be given an unseen presentation to prepare and deliver to the panel, who will ask questions; prior to
• an interview based on the LFB Values.

Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment dates, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements. Please state in your on-line application form all your unavailable dates.

PLANNING, PERFORMANCE & RISK OFFICER

1x Permanent

1x 12 month FTC

As part of the Planning, Performance and Risk Team, the role is broadly responsible for the development and continuous improvement of our organisational processes and strategies relating to Business Planning, Performance Management, Risk, Audit and Project Management.

·       One successful candidate will work closely with the Statistics and Risk Team to focus on devising a Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) for the organisation – the project will involve working with external consultants to build a risk-based model for South Wales and undertaking a review of future risks to the communities of South Wales. They will draft the finalised CRMP report and work to ensure that the Service’s ongoing progress against all identified priorities can be monitored.

·       The other successful candidate will lead a Service priority which is to introduce a more robust system for identifying, assessing and mitigating risk to the organisation – the Service is looking to implement a Risk Management System and a method of recording and documenting risks and how they are being managed within areas of responsibility. A Risk Management System will enable the Service to clearly identify risk ownership, mitigation, tempo and escalation/de-escalation routes.

You will be proactive and motivated, able to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to provide advice and support. You will have experience of strategic planning and project/change management to deliver measurable service improvement, working with the Planning Performance and Risk Manager to identify and implement solutions. You will help to develop our frameworks and systems to ensure we deliver against our statutory priorities and the Service’s plans

Information Officer (Temp)

Post Title:
Information Officer
Contract:
Temporary for 12 months
Salary:
Grade 4 (£25,584 – £27,269) (Pay award pending)
Hours:
Part Time – 18.5 Hours per week (flexitime)
Work Pattern:
Monday to Friday 3.7 hours per day
Location:
Headquarters / Agile home working

An opportunity has arisen within our Information and Governance Team for an experienced Information Officer based at our Headquarters in Sheffield with agile home working.  You will be joining a customer focused team in delivering a high-quality service to the public and our staff.

You will have responsibility to manage our Headquarters reception and direct line management of the Administrator Receptionist post and associated duties, to provide a professional welcoming reception and first point of contact facility.

You will be responsible for maintaining and developing the Service’s Intranet content, working with and supporting departments across the organisation to ensure information is published using software and document management systems.

You will have responsibility for maintaining an up-to-date Service policy and key document database linking this work to the Intranet publishing of documents.

You will manage customer feedback survey processes, ensuring information is issued in a timely manner and returns are recorded and results collated in appropriate systems, analysing and sharing results to identify good practice and service improvement.

You will have the ability and customer service skills to manage a valediction notification process, providing a sensitive customer service role to families of the bereaved to meet their needs in communicating information.

To be considered for the role, you will have line manager and proven customer service experience and excellent communications skills to deliver a quality support service.  You will have the ability to work on multiple tasks and be able to organise your working day around immediate customer service requirements.

You will have a good organisation and administration background supported by experience of using Microsoft Office applications particularly Word and Excel.  Experience of using a website content management system is beneficial but training will be provided. You should possess a minimum of a NVQ Level 2 Customer Service and/or Administration.

For more information about the role contact Tracey Wiles on 0114 2532399.

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 9.00am on Monday 14 July 2025.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 21 July 2025.

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays.  Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days.  We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

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.

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People.  All staff are expected to share this commitment.

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

Accountancy Manager

Post Title: Accountancy Manager
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 11 (£50,788 – £52,805) Pay award pending
Hours: Full Time – 37 Hours per week
Work Pattern: Mon – Fri (Flexi time)
Location: Headquarters, Eyre Street, Sheffield

An opportunity has arisen within our Finance section for an Accountancy Manager, based at Headquarters in Sheffield.

The overall purpose of the role will be to support the Financial Services Manager by providing operational leadership for all financial and management accountancy, treasury management and capital accounting related matters and for giving high quality and timely advice and guidance to the Financial Services Manager.

To lead Accountancy in the preparation and monitoring of revenue estimates, the medium term financial plan, the statutory accounts and audit, the capital programme monitoring and reporting, Treasury Management and reporting, reconciliations of accounts, assistance with audit, grants, voluntary funds, statistical returns, compliance with financial regulations and standing orders. VAT advice and compliance.

To be considered for this role you will have proven experience of working in a finance environment at a senior level, including financial management and accounting experience

You must possess a CCAB qualification.

The key duties will include providing strategic advice and support the Financial Services Manager Budget Holders and Senior Leadership colleagues.

Leading the Accountancy team to develop best practice financial management, control and reporting across the organisation, including training, maintenance of financial systems processes and procedures.

Overall oversight on all budgets and hold budget holders to accounts, working particularly closely with workforce planning, operational budget holders, key projects and programmes and all material or higher risk areas to ensure financial plans are aligned to strategy and other internal planning, that budgets are managed and maintained effectively and efficiently.

Lead on the production of the Annual Statutory Accounts in line with an agreed timetable to meet statutory and other deadlines with accurate and complete accounting backed up with clear audit trails and working papers for review by the Financial Services Manager in line with prescribed timelines.

For more information about the role contact Linda Haigh Director of Finance and Procurement on 07971 608875.

To apply please download a copy the application form and the Job Description / Person Specification.
Within your application please detail how your skills and experience meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification with examples.

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

Closing date for applications is 23.59 hours on 21 July 2025

Interviews will be held week commencing 7 & 11 August 2025

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Most of our corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their line manager. Flexi time can be accrued with a potential of up to 13 days to be taken within a year.

All eligible corporate staff are auto-enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme. Further information on the scheme, and additional benefits, can be found on the LGPS website.

Other benefits include (but not limited to) – enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union.

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

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 a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

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

Professional Standards Investigator

Contract: Permanent

Working Hours: 37* 

Salary: £44,711.00 – £47,754.00  

Location: Service Headquarters at Kelvedon Park* 

Closing Date: 5pm, 9th July 2025 

*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location, however the expectation is that, as a hybrid role your work will be balanced between home and Services facilities, and you will be expected to attend the Service premises for at least 3 days of a 5-day working week.  

The Role 

Are you passionate about upholding integrity, fairness, and accountability in public service? Do you have a keen eye for detail? If so, we want you to join our Fire and Rescue Service as a Professional Standards Investigator. 

As a Professional Standards Investigator, you will play a vital role in maintaining the trust and confidence of our workforce and the communities we serve. You will lead and support investigations into complaints, conduct issues, and breaches of professional standards, ensuring that all matters are handled with impartiality, discretion, and professionalism. 

The role will involve some travel around the county and may require occasional evening working. 

What You Will Be Working On 

Conduct thorough, fair, and timely investigations into allegations of misconduct or breaches of policy. 
Gather and assess evidence, interview witnesses, and produce clear, concise investigation reports. 
Work closely with HR and senior leadership to ensure that organisational learning is implemented. 
Actively promote a culture of ethical behaviour, transparency, and integrity. 
Support training and awareness initiatives related to professional standards and conduct. 

What Are We Looking For? 

You will have proven experience of conducting investigations and able to handle the sensitive information which comes from these with discretion and integrity. 

Strong analytical, communication and report-writing skills are required along with a commitment to fairness, equality and public service. 

Eligibility  

Level 2 Professionalising Investigations Programme (or equivalent) or demonstratable equivalent experience. 
Significant experience of conducting investigations, including best practice interview techniques and the production of investigation reports. 
Significant experience of presenting reports and findings and meetings/hearings. 
If you are an internal candidate, you must have discussed your application with your line manager and confirmed with them there are no outstanding issues of conduct or performance. This will be verified prior to shortlisting. 

How to apply  

You will be required to submit a CV detailing a minimum of five years employment and / or education history, along with a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria detailed in the Person Specification.  

You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count of your supporting statement should not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.  

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications) should you wish. Your CV and additional documents will be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications). 

Assessment and selection:  

Stage 1 will take place on the 11th July 2025  

Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria of the Person Specification)   

Stage 2 will take place on  the 23rd and 24th July 2025 

Role specific interview and written report exercise – details will be supplied after shortlisting 

Assessments will be made against positive indicators taken from the Code of Ethics and the NFCC Leadership Framework.   

You can find the NFCC Leadership Framework here: NFCC_Leadership_Framework_Final.pdf (nationalfirechiefs.org.uk)   

Our Service values here: https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/our-strategies-plans-and-reports  

And guidance around the Code of Ethics here:  

Core Code of Ethics England Guidance May 21 V0.pdf (ukfrs.com)  

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Heather Kinzett (Assistant Director – Head of Professional Standards) on 07519 93884 or heather.kinzett@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.  

You can find out more about our benefits at https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits 

Safeguarding 

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 will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  

Disability Confident 

We are an equal opportunities, Disability Confident, employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a work environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process and all applications will be considered solely on merit. 

As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues.  

Digital Accessibility & Inclusion Group:  

The Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.  

Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk  

You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk 

You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via www.essex-fire.gov.uk/join-essex-fire 

Transport and Business Engagement Manager

Post: Transport and Business Engagement Manager

Salary: £54,332 per annum plus a market rate supplement for eligible candidates, currently set at a maximum of 10% additional on top of the base salary.

Grade: FRS F
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time (although part time / job share arrangements may also be considered).

Location: This post is based at LFB HQ, 169 Union Street, with some flexibility to work from home / remotely, subject to agreement and needs of the service.

Application closing date: 4 PM on Monday 14 July 2025.

From specialist support staff to education and fire prevention, enforcing regulations to answering 999 calls, we’re a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is the busiest fire and rescue service in the country. What’s more, we are one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world protecting people and property from 102 stations across the 1587 square kilometres of Greater London. Your chance to make a difference to the built environment in London.

About the Role

A rare opportunity has arisen to join the London Fire Brigade’s Protection team leading specialist staff whose focus is London’s transport system and how we engage with business to promote fire safety engagement and improvement.

The London Fire Brigade is seeking a dynamic Transport and Business Engagement Manager to lead a dedicated team in ensuring fire safety compliance across London’s transport networks and business partnerships. This pivotal role involves shaping policies, fostering strategic collaborations, and driving innovation in fire safety.

The role has four primary areas of responsibility: Primary Authority partnerships, Business Engagement, Transport Fire Safety, and Alternative Fuels. Your work will directly contribute to making London safer by shaping our improving the LFBs business engagement, designing policies, building strategic partnerships, and identifying emerging risks. You will be responsible for promoting safety standards in accordance with key legislation including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 2009, and Petroleum (Consolidation) Regulations 2014.

Key Responsibilities

As the Transport and Business Engagement Manager, you will develop and implement policies for Primary Authority Partnerships under the Enterprise Act 2016. You’ll create strategies that align with our Community Risk Management Plan and Mayoral objectives, while monitoring new risks like lithium-ion batteries and liquefied natural gas. A major part of your role will involve representing LFB at industry events, delivering presentations, and building relationships with businesses, councils and internal teams.

You will oversee fire risk assessments for transport infrastructure including tunnels, railway stations and Airports, ensuring compliance across all projects. The role requires you to serve as our Fire Safety Alternative Fuels Lead, staying up to date with technological developments while prioritising safety. You’ll manage a team, monitor budgets, and identify training needs while upholding our equality and safety policies.

Why Join Us?

We offer competitive salaries, excellent pension benefits, and flexible working arrangements. You’ll have access to professional development opportunities while working alongside experts in fire safety and emergency response. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

Eligibility
What We’re Looking For

We need someone with knowledge of fire safety legislation and experience developing policies and managing partnerships. You should understand transport infrastructure risks and alternative fuels, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to various audiences. Team management experience is essential, along with experience of budget oversight.

A minimum of a Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety (or actively working toward a Level 4 Diploma). Candidates with equivalent qualifications or experience are encouraged to apply and will receive support to achieve this certification in role.

Membership with the Association for Petroleum and Explosives Administration (APEA), support will be provided to obtain this if needed.

What matters most, is that we’re seeking a passionate, innovative professional committed to enhancing London’s safety through collaboration and forward-thinking solutions.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (see instructions below).

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. If you have a minimum of a Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety or equivalent qualification, please upload a copy of your qualification. If you don’t have a qualification but have equivalent experience, you will be able to provide evidence of your experience when completing your application form.

Cover letter requirements: Within your cover letter please provide one or two examples of:

1) How have you effectively engaged stakeholders such as local businesses, emergency services, and community groups to strengthen fire safety awareness, ensuring collaborative risk reduction and compliance?

2) In what ways have you applied key legislation, such as the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 or transport-specific regulations?

3) What approaches have you taken to align internal teams and external partners on shared objectives, ensuring clear communication and accountability?

4) How you led a team through a difficult situation? What specific actions did you take to support your team, and how did you keep staff motivated and engaged during this time?

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.

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.

Stage 2

The assessment process will consist of:
• Structured Interview and a written assessment

Assessment for this role is due to take place week commencing 21st July 2025 at the Brigade Headquarters (Union Street). 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.

Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexi-time Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave)
• Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
• 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 Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.

Assistant Director – People

Assistant Director – People 
Salary: £71 720.00   
Location: Flexible / Hybrid working  

At Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service, our purpose is clear: Prevent. Protect. Respond. From our frontline crews to our professional support teams, we work together to reduce risk, build trust, and make a difference in the communities we serve. 

As our Assistant Director – People, you’ll play a key role in shaping a culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. You’ll lead a team responsible for HR, Recruitment and ED&I. More than that, you’ll help shape the future of our workforce in response to evolving risks, demographic shifts, and national expectations around values and culture. 

This is a pivotal time to join us. Our people engagement scores are among the highest in the sector. We’ve been recognised as ‘Good’ by HMICFRS in how we look after our people. But we know there’s more to do – particularly in driving positive change, supporting leadership capability, and embedding inclusive, fair practice in every part of the Service. We believe that strong, forward-thinking people practices are essential to operational performance – enabling our teams to deliver their best and our Service to meet the challenges ahead. 

You’ll be the advisor to the Chief Fire Officer for all things people, influencing strategic decisions, leading workforce transformation, and strengthening our culture. You’ll play a key role in making sure our people strategy aligns with the Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), ensuring we have the capacity and capability to meet changing needs across Cambridgeshire. You’ll lead and shape our people practices reflecting the evolving demands of service delivery. 

We’re looking for a credible, emotionally intelligent leader – someone who brings deep people expertise, understands organisational change, and shares our values of welcome, respect, and professional. You’ll have extensive experience of navigating complex ER cases, coaching senior leaders, and using data to drive improvement. You’ll have a proven track record of working constructively with trade union representatives to build trust. Most importantly, you’ll keep our people at the heart of everything we do. 

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, shape a positive culture, and make a lasting impact in a values-led organisation, we want to hear from you. 

Apply now and be part of the difference we’re making. 

To apply, please email your application to recruitement@cambsfire.gov.uk. 

Your application should include: 
A copy of your CV, and 
A detailed cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role and why you could make a difference at CFRS as our next Assistant Director – People. 

We reserve the right to close the advert at any time, so early applications are encouraged.Â