Area Manager Talent Pipeline 2022

Location – Humberside Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters, Kingston-Upon-Hull/Homeworking

Salary £83,485 – Gold Book Terms and Conditions

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 the restructure of our Executive Board and an internal promotion, applications are invited for the post of Area Manager who will form part of the Strategic Leadership Team.

We are seeking individuals who have extensive experience as a Group Manager and hold both a relevant leadership and Incident Command Level 3 qualification. The successful candidate will also be required to attain an Incident Command Level 4 qualification whilst in post. You will motivate your teams through your supportive and inclusive leadership style and have high levels of emotional intelligence. You will possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders and partners. The ideal candidate will also have proven experience in working on large scale projects and managing change in a highly unionised environment.

Forming part of the operational command rota, you will be required to provide a permanent base suitable for attending any incidents in the Humber area.

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 role against the criteria set out in the person specification. Please submit your completed application form to HR, via email, on: talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk.

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date – 1700 on Tuesday 24 May 2022. The Service regrets that applications received after this date, or submitted without the correct documentary evidence, will not be considered.
• Shortlisting Dates – 26 and 27 May 2022
• Online Psychometric Assessments – 1-8 June 2022
• Panel Interview Dates (to include Executive Board Panel Interview, Staff Panel Interview and a presentation) – 13, 14, 17 and 21 June 2022 (reserve date).

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, fitness and medical.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phil Shillito, Deputy Chief Fire Officer (pshillito@humbersidefire.gov.uk) or 01482 567417 (PA) or Niall McKiniry, Assistant Chief Fire Officer (nmckiniry@humbersidefire.gov.uk) or 01482 567509 (PA).

For more details, including the role profile, person specification, and application form, please visit our website here.

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. Applicants who require reasonable adjustments for disabilities at any stage of the selection process are invited to contact: HR@humbersidefire.gov.uk

In-House Solicitor (Deputy Monitoring Officer)

Hereford & Worcester Fire Authority

£45,578 – £48,570 per annum (including market supplement) + attractive benefits

37 hours per week – Opportunity for hybrid working (home/office)

Permanent Contract

Based at Service Headquarters, Hindlip Park, Worcester WR3 8SP

The Role

Reporting directly to the Head of Legal Services, you will help to provide a full range in-house legal service within the stimulating environment of a Fire & Rescue Service and be part of delivering a first class service to our communities.  As Deputy Monitoring Officer, you will also be involved in the democratic governance processes of the Authority.

This is a varied and interesting role. You are likely to have a broad range of skills and experience covering a number of legal disciplines.  Full training and support will be given to help you develop those skills further, as well as learn new ones.  Whilst previous Local Government experience may be an advantage, transferable skills, a flexible attitude and willingness to learn are all equally important.

This is a role that will suit someone wishing to progress their career within a small, but supportive team.

About Us

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

Reasons to Join Us

• 28 days annual leave entitlement increasing to 33 days after five years’ continuous service (plus bank holidays).
• Access to the local government pension scheme.
• Flexi-time and hybrid working schemes allowing you to have an element of flexibility over your working hours.
• Full IT support for homeworking, including laptop and mobile phone.
• Payment of practising certificate fee.
• Funding for CPD and training.
• Free car parking at Service headquarters and across our 25 fire stations.
• Access to restaurant facilities.
• Access to the Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest Emergency Services discount card.

The grading for the post includes a market supplement of £5,000 per annum, payable for five years from the date of appointment.

For a full job description, person specification for the role and details of how to apply please go to our WM Jobs application page.

Closing date for applications is at midday on Monday 30th May 2022 .  Interviews week commencing 20th June 2022.

The successful applicant will be subject to a NPPV Level 2 Vetting Check, as we are co-located on West Mercia Police premises.

For any further information regarding the role or for an informal discussion please contact Nigel Snape, Head of Legal Services (07920 502953) nsnape@hwfire.org.uk (no agencies, please).

Watch Manager Talent Pipeline 2022

Applications from competent substantive Watch Managers for transfer and competent substantive Crew Managers seeking promotion are now invited for the Watch Manager Talent Pipeline 2022.

Please note applicants must hold a minimum of one continuous year as a Crew Manager (this may include a period of temporary that continued onto substantive promotion).

This process will enable Humberside Fire and Rescue Service to meet the demands of current and future vacancies across the organisation during the next two years.

The Service is looking for individuals who, as positive role models, will put our communities first, act with integrity, dignity and respect and actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.

All appointable candidates will be offered the next available vacancy, be that a Service Delivery station based vacancy or a ‘day post’ in a specialised area.

To apply, please submit the following:

A completed Humberside Fire & Rescue application form.
Supporting documentary evidence to demonstrate that you are or that you hold the following essential criteria:

(a)    Individual Development Plan

(b)    Continuing professional development evidence (CPD)

(c)     Current Performance Development Review/Staff Appraisal

(d)    Competent and up to date with all training in your existing role

(e)    Evidence of sufficient incident command experience/riding in charge of a fire engine

(f)      Meet the pre-requisite (essential criteria) of the role you are applying for and any other criteria contained within the advert

(g)    In date fitness test at the point of application

(h)    No outstanding disciplinary or performance sanctions

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

Your application form and supporting evidence should be submitted to talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk by 5pm on Wednesday 25th May. We regret that any application received after this date and time, or submitted without the correct documentary evidence, will be unable to be considered.

Selection process:

• Application and supporting evidence submitted by 5pm on Wednesday 25th May
• Shortlisting to begin w/c 30th May
• A written report and presentation to be presented at the interview is to be, submitted by 12 noon on Wednesday 22nd June
• It is anticipated that panel interviews will take place, in person, from Wednesday 29th June – Friday 8th July (depending on the availability of the panel) at SHQ or Beverley Fire Station.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to:

a.       Compile a written report (maximum 1000 words), the subject of which is:

“How would you as a WM counter SILO working to coordinate station activities and thereby improve engagement and service outcomes for the local community?”

You will also be asked to present a 5 minutes summary of your report to the interview panel.  Please ensure your report is emailed to us by 12 noon on Wednesday 22nd June. Reports should be emailed to  talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk

b.       Compile and deliver a 20 minutes PowerPoint presentation (or other media of your choosing) on the following topic:

“How would you engage with your local community to improve diversity in recruitment and promote HFRS as an employer of choice?”

The presentation should be based around our strategic priorities:

• What we must do well
• How we support our communities
• We value and support the people we employ
• We efficiently manage the Service

Please ensure your presentation is emailed to us by 12 noon on Wednesday 22nd June. Presentations should be emailed to talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk

Information

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

Should you secure a position within the Watch Manager Pipeline, you will be posted in accordance with the Talent Pipeline process and be required to remain in that post for a minimum of two years prior to requesting a transfer.  Please note that you may be posted anywhere within the Humberside Fire and Rescue Service area.

All correspondence regarding Watch Manager applications will be sent via email.

Should you have any enquiries about this pipeline, please contact us: talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk

Humberside Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.  We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community that are currently under-represented at Humberside Fire and Rescue Service, including women, Ethnic Minorities, and applicants with disabilities.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Partner

Salary Grade: PS11 (£45,734)

Reports to: Strategic People and Organisational Development Lead

Directorate: Community Protection Group

Service: Surrey Fire and Rescue

Work Context:

Surrey Fire and Rescue (SFRS) is in a period of unprecedented change and this role will be an important part of the ongoing transformation. The role of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Partner (EDI) is central to driving improvements in EDI across the Service and removing systemic barriers that prevent the best possible outcomes for residents and staff.

The EDI Partner role will sit in the People and Organisational Development (OD) Team, reporting to the Strategic People and OD lead. The post holder will work with colleagues, partners and stakeholders across the service and wider council and county to strengthen the diversity of its workforce and create a more inclusive culture, support more inclusive, empowered communities across Surrey and play a key role in stretching the ambition of the service.

Role Purpose:

You will be responsible for developing and leading on the Service’s EDI Strategy as well as managing the design and delivery of SFRS’s EDI Action Plan, supporting the Service to become a fairer, more compassionate and inclusive organisation.

Combining a flair for strategic thinking and delivery with an exceptional ability to build relationships and influence change, the postholder will ensure optimum strategies, systems and processes are established to deliver high quality outputs within time, cost and risk. This will include the development of business cases, programme plans, robust monitoring and reporting, risk and issue management, stakeholder communications and engagement and aligning the programme with both strategic and operational priorities.

Representative Accountabilities:

Evaluate existing service provision taking account of feedback and broader external developments, to ensure innovative solutions are proposed to maximise service quality, efficiency and continuity.

Identify issues, trends and opportunities that may have an impact in their area of responsibility to enable appropriate action to be taken.

Lead the development of policy in the own area of specialism, contributing to the delivery of organisational objectives.

Apply specialist expertise and use judgement to make decisions where solutions are not obvious, to deliver services that meet customer requirements and service standards.

Drive change and embed new ways of working to ensure high quality service delivery and value for money.

Develop and ensure implementation of operational plans and play a key role in the formulation of strategic longer-term plans for the area to fit broader functional and organisational strategy.

Lead major projects and reviews and represent teams in internal and/or external initiatives to enhance reputation and service delivery.

Liaise internally and externally to the organisation to establish service requirements and priorities and ensure the department/service issues are appropriately represented and acted upon.

Lead, motivate and develop individuals using a coaching approach, to better meet current and future requirements.

Uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation.

Work inclusively, with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity.

To have regard to and comply with safeguarding policy and procedure as appropriate.

Line Management Responsibility:

None.

Budget Responsibility:

Indirect budget influence.

Key experience required for the role in line with the above description:

Previous experience of working in EDI related role/s.

Proven track record in planning, implementation and delivery of complex projects, within a live operational environment.

Ability to work independently, take ownership of projects and workstreams to support in achieving the Service’s EDI ambitions.

Excellent communication skills, with good negotiation, persuasion, influencing, presentation and reporting skills for use with a wide range of stakeholders.

Ability to establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

Experience of identifying and implementing evidence-based interventions and projects that have delivered measurable results

Good knowledge of appropriate project management methodologies and tools to support delivery and implementation of the EDI Action Plan.

Strong data analysis and presentation skills

Experience of working in the Fire and Rescue Sector (Desirable).

About the role

The starting salary for this position is £45,734 per annum based on a 36 hour working week.

This role is open to remote working meaning you aren’t required in the office 5 days a week. We’re less worried/concerned about you driving to work and more about us collectively driving down our carbon footprint. Equally, we care about how you work rather than where you work; the people rather than the postcode. In support of the wellbeing of our staff and our greener futures strategies, we’d welcome a conversation with the successful candidate on what remote working may look like for you.

About the Service

At Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), we believe it is essential to embed our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion into every aspect of our work. This is a dual responsibility applying to both to our outward facing, community-focused activities, and also our internal responsibilities to people and volunteers. Our vision is that everyone representing SFRS will be an ambassador for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

At SFRS, our values and behaviours are just as important as our skills and abilities. They shape who we are as an organisation. Find out more about the values and behaviours we follow.

About the Role

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Partner will work with our Head of People and Organisational Development (OD) to deliver and implement our current EDI action plan and any subsequent plans. There are multiple work streams within the programme and the role will be responsible for supporting the coordination of these, ensuring deliverables are being implemented to a high standard within time, cost and risk constraints. They will also engage with the wider workforce to gain their support in delivering wider EDI initiatives.

Working with key stakeholders, the EDI Partner will review and progress our EDI strategy and action plan. Employing optimum strategies, systems and processes they will ensure that it is delivered on time, making the best use of the resources and people available across the organisation. They will also support our EDI network groups and lean into the EDI Change Group; the council’s corporate steering group, reporting progress, risks and escalating any Fire and Rescue related issues to the Group where necessary.

About You

Whilst we are looking for an EDI professional who is organised, analytical and has excellent communication and time management skills we are also looking for someone who is passionate about EDI and is willing to challenge the status quo.

Please find attached to this advert a job profile that outlines the role responsibilities in more detail along with the person specification.

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can bring our full self to work whilst being representative of our 1.2 million residents. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and/or those who have lived experience. For more information on our EDI commitment and objectives please find more information here.

Benefits

From flexible working to job sharing we are committed to providing a healthy work life balance. A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 26 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 2 years’ service, a generous local government salary related pension, as well as the option to join our car lease scheme. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit MyBenefits for Surrey County Council staff.

The Application and Assessment Process

The application process will involve you answering five questions which will allow you to evidence your experience, skills and suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will then be asked to forward their CV and attend a two-stage assessment comprising of an interview and a presentation to our Fairness and Respect Network.

We are committed to ensuring the application process is inclusive and therefore if you require reasonable adjustments with the above please get in touch, we would love to hear from you. There is an opportunity to list any adjustments in the application form.

Additional information

Contact details

To arrange an informal discussion or should you have any questions with regards to this opportunity please contact Danni Lamaignere, Strategic People and OD Lead on 07805 755630 or danni.lamaignere@surreycc.gov.uk.

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

Closing date: 8 May 2022

Location Data Specialist

The Role
Post: Location Data Specialist
Salary: £30,575 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £30,575 – £36,705 per annum
Contract type: Fixed Term – Possibility this may become a permanent post.
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Tuesday 17 May 2022 at 16:00 GMT

Making London safer relies on having accurate addressing and location data. As a location data specialist, you’ll be working with the Brigade’s fire safety and other location data to ensure that the information held about London’s built environment is correctly located and consistently recorded so that records across different systems can be accurately related.

You’ll provide advice and support to staff across the organisation about how to identify the right address to correctly identify a particular location. You understand the addressing standards in the Address Gazetteer and how those records can be used to align data in the Brigade’s various systems that hold location information. You will undertake quality reviews of the addresses (and associated building information) recorded in LFB systems and either recommend actions or, where permitted, update the records so that the best addressing record is used. Where the Address Gazetteer doesn’t hold correct address information, you’ll work with the LFBs Gazetteer Manager (in ICT) to submit new address requests to local authority custodians and then track those through to update the LFBs data.

This is an exciting role which will attract people who enjoy problem solving and working with a range of IT systems and solutions.

To apply – complete the online application form and provide evidence to address the selection criteria under the assessment overview (see below). To see the selection criteria please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ and read the full advert. Your application will be marked against the responses you provide to the selection criteria. CVs will not be considered.

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

Benefits of working for LFB

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme
• 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

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications will not be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application and evidence to the selection criteria.

As part of the online application form, candidates must provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

Selection Criteria 1 – Experience of using a wide range of computer systems/applications for the purpose of corroborating information.

Selection Criteria 2 – Problem solving skills to provide recommendations for action where there is conflicting information and data.

Selection Criteria 3 – Interpersonal skills to be able to work with staff across a range of departments and as part of a team.

Selection Criteria 4 – Record keeping experience for the purpose of tracking actions through a time protracted process.

Your application will be sifted based on the responses provided to the above criteria and shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place Late-May. 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
BASIC check

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.

Head of Organisational Development

£42,614 – £49,462 per annum

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service has a recognised history of developing it’s people.  We have achieved recognition from Her Majesty’s Inspector CFRS who credited us as ‘outstanding’ for our culture and ‘good’ overall for our people. We are an ambitious and progressive organisation, always looking to improve.

We are looking to recruit an exceptional, forward-looking OD and Change leader who can bring an innovative and engaging partnering approach to our service.   As an experienced Head of Department this role will take a lead in shaping our People Strategy, Workforce Plans and Programme Management.

You will have a good track record of delivery in OD and Change with a natural ability to influence, coach, and show positive organisational impact and leadership.

The post holder will work as part of a highly valued and visible People and OD Team to lead and drive organisational development initiatives. Our team take real pride in making a difference and work with senior leaders, union colleagues, managers and our workforce.

If you would like to know more about the role, team, and organisation, please get in touch for an informal discussion.

There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.

The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours. In return we offer flexible working hours, family friendly policies, free car parking, health & wellbeing services, discount scheme and eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

We are committed to equality and fairness at work.  Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.

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.

The closing date for completed applications is midnight on Sunday 22nd May 2022. It is expected interviews will take place in the week commencing 30th May 2022.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the recruiting manager Judi Beresford on 07775 553103 or jberesfo@derbys-fire.gov.uk.

If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.

Fire Fighter – Wholetime

Recruitment opens 2 May 2022 until 15 May 2022*

Link to Artic Shores Assessment will be shared by the Recruitment Hub on 3 May 2022

Initially, priority will be given to those candidates that meet the following conditions;

Live within 10 minutes’ drive of the Surrey border
Hold a Full or Provisional LGV or be prepared to attain a Provisional Licence.
*The service reserve the right to close the campaign prior to this date, should we receive a high volume of applicants

Starting salary of £24,191 per annum as a trainee firefighter, moving to £25,198 per annum as a developing firefighter once completed basic training, rising to £32,244 per annum once you have become a competent firefighter in Surrey. You will also receive an additional allowance of £1,402 per annum on top of your annual salary.

Upon joining the service, all trainees will be enrolled onto the Level 3 Operational Firefighter Apprenticeship Programme. The typical duration of this programme is between 18-24 months. During this period along side working in your role, you will be expected to study in your own time.

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has the responsibility of protecting over one million people who live in the 650 square miles of Surrey. The Service employs just under 700 people across the County in a variety of roles. Comprising both uniformed and support employees, they all share one vision: With you, making Surrey safer. We do this by:

Serving the needs of our community.
Flexibly responding to a constantly changing environment.
Recognising and embedding diversity in everything we do
Solving challenges through intelligence driven collaboration, innovation and improvement.

Job Introduction

In preparation for future Wholetime firefighter opportunities, we are currently recruiting for applicants to join our recruitment pool to fill vacancies that are expected to arise over the next 18-24 months.

If you would consider working for a forward thinking, progressive Fire Authority, that would encourage you to develop a wide range of skills to help serve the community, then we would really like to hear from you.

In applying you will be asked to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK and that you posses a valid manual driving licence that enables you to drive in the UK is mandatory.

If you are successful and invited to attend a Wholetime Course, the training will be residential and based at either Wray Park Centre, Reigate RH2 0EJ or the Fire Service College, Gloucestershire GL56 0RH. Accommodation will be provided, as will catering during the week (*Monday – Friday*)

Whilst at the training centre, the working week will be Monday – Friday, and once you have been posted to a Fire Station, you will be working one of the following shift patterns;

224 (Hours of work 0900 – 1800 and 1800 – 0900)
Adapted 224 (Hours of work 0700 – 1900 and 1900 – 0700)
Day Crewed (Hours of work 0700 – 1900)
*Please visit SFRS website for more information*. Please be prepared to be able to work any one of our shift work patterns.

For more detailed information on the Service please see our website.

After successful completion of training school, all candidates will receive an initial posting to a fire station. During your development period you will be expected to serve a series of rotations which can occur at any one of our stations. You must therefore be able to get to any one of our station (across Surrey) to carry out the duties of the role.

Please note, we are only able to accept applications from applicants who possess a Category B manual driving license

If you would like more information on the role of a firefighter and would like to see how well suited you might be, please click here to go through a realistic job preview.

We anticipate a high volume of applications to this position and therefore we encourage applicants to complete registration at the earliest opportunity.

** Please note the following **

One application to be accepted per candidate, any duplicates will be disregarded.

Job Details

Once you have created an account via the recruitment portal, the Recruitment Hub will share with a link to create the online assessment (this will be no earlier than 3 May 2022)

There are five key stages to the process:

Stage one: Behavioural Assessment: (Arctic Shores)

You will be required to complete a online behaviour-based assessment (BBA), where candidates are presented with a series of tasks which assess against the services expected behaviours.  Please let us know in advance, along with the relevant evidence, if you have a disability which requires reasonable adjustments

Stage two: Fitness testing

Stage three: Physical (role related) assessments

Stage four: Interview (group discussion)

Stage five: Medical – to be completed following provisional offer of employment.

Following on from all the above selection processes, any offer of employment is conditional upon receipt of satisfactory references and a basic DBS check. Should the Service receive unsatisfactory reference/s or basic DBS disclosure, the offer of employment may be withdrawn.

Should you have any technical issues registering your details on the Recruitment Hub please email sfrs.recruiting@surreycc.gov.uk; please note this email inbox is not monitored at the weekend.

Salary

£24,191 per annum – National Joint Council for Local Authority Fire and Rescue Services

plus £1,402 per annum –  Surrey Allowance

Additional Information

The closing date for applications will be 23:59 15th May 2022. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest.

Key Dates

Fitness and Physical Dates – 15 and 22 May 2022 (you will be invited to attend one of these dates)

Group Discussion – 23 and 27 May 2022  (you will be invited to attend one of these dates)

The Group Discussion will take place at Woodhatch Place, Reigate RH2 8EF.

Medical – May / June 2022 (after fitness and physical dates)

Initial training course start date on 4 July 2022 at the Fire Service College. Other course dates to follow.

Community Builder
Permanent
Working Hours: 37
Grade: Watch Manager
Salary: Watch Manager
Location: North East

About Us
The Operational and Community Risk Department is a dynamic and challenging department, delivering prevention and protection messages to the community, and working with internal and external partners.

Our Vision is simple, we want to make Essex a safe place to live, work and travel. While the number of fires across the county has reduced over the last decade, we need to continue to be alert to our everchanging picture of risk. As the communities, travel networks and businesses in our county constantly evolve, the risks they present, their demands and needs change too.

About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and dynamic team at a pivotal moment in its development. Our Operational and Community Risk Team act as a vital link between our central Prevention team and our Response teams on station. As a Community Builder you will be responsible for building relationships and mapping the work delivered by the public sector, groups, and individuals within the community, identifying existing community assets whilst developing an action plan which will encompass the asset based community development approach. This will include conducting safeguarding visits at homes and other premises, signposting to partner agencies, and attending various meetings such as health and wellbeing boards

This role provides fantastic opportunities to work alongside a wide range of other departments and agencies both internally and externally on a day-to-day basis, developing partnership working and sustainable initiatives that promote the reduction of risk within the community.

About you
Are you ready for a collaborative, positive, and rewarding opportunity to deliver within a dedicated team at one of the country’s biggest, dynamic, and progressive Fire and Rescue Services?

The right person for the role will:

• Be self-motivated with experience of working independently and as part of a team
• Be experienced in analysing and interpreting information to develop solutions and solve problems
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Be able to identify and mitigate risk, delivering solutions and building strong and effective relationships.
• Be naturally inclusive and collaborative
• Have excellent communication skills.

If you are excited by the opportunities to be part of our Operational and Community Risk Team and think you could make a positive difference to our people and communities, we would love to hear from you.

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Station Manager Karl Amoss (07500 952429), karl.amoss@essex-fire.gov.uk)

Closing Date – 22nd May 2022
Interview Date – Week commencing 6th June 2022

How to Apply

External candidates
Please apply by submitting a supporting statement of no more than 700 words demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. It is important to ensure you have attached the supporting statement before selecting Apply as this statement will be used for shortlisting purposes.

We review all applications against the criteria detailed in the Vacancy Information Pack, so please do ensure you fully detail how you meet the criteria of the role. We love it when our applicants write thorough and thoughtful responses to the Supporting Statement questions, so don’t be afraid to go into detail. This will ensure we get a good understanding of your skills and experience, and how you meet the requirements of the role

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.

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

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

You can contact us:
Via email at recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk
Or call us on 01376 576121 between 08.30-17.00 Monday to Thursday and 08.30-16.30 on Friday.