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Wholetime Firefighter

We are looking for forward thinkers, keen learners, and great communicators who can keep their cool when things heat up!

If you need more, becoming a Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service Wholetime Firefighter can offer you a rewarding, exciting and varied career. Our crews respond to any type of major and minor incident: from road, rail or air crashes, floods, chemical spills and fires to rescuing people trapped in confined spaces.

When they are not answering the call for help they play an active role in the community through safety advice events, education activities and campaigns. As well as being physically fit enough to pull ladders, run hoses and wear breathing apparatus they need a range of personal skills such as understanding, reliability, flexibility and the ability to work as a team.

The Wholetime Firefighters salary is in line with National pay scales at time of advert:

Basic annual wage for a Trainee firefighter £24,191 during the initial basic training
Rising to £25,198 Development Firefighter annual wage until the end of the development programme
Once competent the Firefighter role attracts a salary of £32,244 (rising to £37,080 for those working on our flexi-firefighter duty system)

We run a flexible and sustainable workforce that maximizes the contribution of all employees to changing service needs. All successful candidates can enhance earning potential through extra shifts.

BFRS Wholetime Firefighters work various shift patterns, these currently include days, nights and weekends.

It is our philosophy to embed equality, diversity, fairness and inclusion into everything that we do. We view this as fundamental to achieve our vision of making Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes the safest areas in England in which to live, work and travel.

Before applying find out what it takes to become a Firefighter visit www.bucksfire.gov.uk/join-us/wholetime-fire-fighter . This page walks you through our vigorous recruitment process. It covers what to expect at our residential Firefighter training and contains links to our Firefighters level 3 apprenticeship.

Who are we looking for?

There are some basic eligibility criteria you must meet before you can apply to become a Firefighter. You must be;

At least 18 years old by end of September 2022
Hold a full UK driving licence (must have passed test by completion of application)
Live within 20 miles of the Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes border
Have Level 2 Functional Skills (Basic & key skills builder function) BKSB or GCSE’s in Maths and English Language A* – C (9 – 4) Proof of Certificates held will need to be provided. Please ensure you’re able to provide these. Statements of Results will not be accepted
A confident swimmer

We also look for candidates who have

A ‘Can Do’ attitude
A keen interest in the Fire and Rescue Services
A willingness to learn
The ability to communicate effectively with a range of people
The ability to work in a team environment
The ability to achieve a good level of physical fitness
The ability to follow instructions
The ability to think about the bigger picture in a dynamic and challenging environment

The recruitment process

There are seven steps to our recruitment process. You must pass each stage before moving on to the next.

STEP 1: Online application link
STEP 2: Online Psychometric testing
STEP 3: Behaviour & Bleep test
STEP 4: Role Related Tests Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue – Role Related Tests – Bing video
STEP 5: Interview & presentation
STEP 6: Medicals & eyesight checks
STEP 7: DBS checks, references, kit fitting

Successful candidates will be issued with formal offers of employment. Once in role the qualification achieved through the two-year apprenticeship period is Level 3 Operational Firefighter Apprenticeship. For more information on this qualification please click here Operational firefighter / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

If you would relish the opportunity of working for an innovative, forward thinking, progressive fire and rescue service, that encourages developing a range of skills to help serve the community, then we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 3 May 2022 at Midnight

Assistant Chief Fire Officer/Director of Service Improvement

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority are seeking to appointment an ambitious, innovative and forward-thinking individual, with a proven track record at senior strategic operational level, to the position of Assistant Chief Fire Officer/Director of Service Improvement.

The HMICFRS inspection in 2019, found that South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue “is ‘good’ in effectively keeping people safe and secure from fire and other risks; in operating efficiently and in looking after its people.” The Service was rated as good in ten out of eleven sub-categories, placing us amongst the top rated services in the country.

We are well regarded by the communities we serve and the partner agencies with which we do business. The Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to delivering its aspiration of “Making South Yorkshire safer and stronger”.

We offer a unique opportunity for a high calibre individual with drive, demonstrable strategic skills and with political and financial awareness, who will have a major influence on the future of the Service.

This will require an open, transparent and inclusive style and the ability to develop positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be a confident and respected leader and be proactive in meeting the challenges of the Home Office Fire Reform Agenda. You will role model our behaviours of honesty, integrity and respect in all that you do. You will provide drive to deliver continuous improvement across all directorates to ensure that the level of service to the communities we serve remains effective, efficient and provides robust governance and assurance.

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

This role is required to perform operational command at Gold Strategic Command level, sit on the Principal Officer Command rota, assume operational incident command in the absence of the Chief Fire Officer and, outside of the Principal Officer rota, be continuously available to the Authority and Service for appropriate duties as may be necessary.

For a confidential conversation regarding this position contact Alex Johnson, Chief Fire Officer, on 07785 590 318, or Chris Kirby, Deputy Chief Fire Officer, on 07787 438 640.

An information session with senior leaders, is available to shortlisted candidates.

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

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

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

Recruitment Process Timeline

Closing Date for Applications: 0800 Tuesday 3rd May 2022

Notification of Shortlist: Friday 13th May 2022

Candidate Information Session (virtual): Tuesday 10 May 1300-1500

Psychometric Testing (online): Week Commencing Monday 16th May 2022

Operational Command Assessment: Week Commencing Monday 16th May 2022

Assessment Centre: Monday 23rd May 2022

Presentation & interview with the Senior Leadership Team
Stakeholder Panel
Media Exercise

Notification of Final Interview: Tuesday 24th May 2022

Presentation and final interview with Fire Authority Appointments Committee: Friday 27th May 2022

Volunteer Coordinator

An opportunity has arisen within our Prevention & Protection section for a P/T Volunteer Coordinator as part of a job share, based at CHQ/Agile Working.

The overall purpose of the role will include developing volunteering opportunities within the organisation and encouraging community participation with events and campaigns.

The focus of this role will be to research, set up and manage a volunteering network for South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue. To do this you will be required to liaise with other agencies who already utilise volunteers to gain knowledge and an understanding of best practice.

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of engaging with vulnerable groups and identifying opportunities for volunteers. You will have an understanding of the legislation, policy and safeguarding principles relating to volunteering

You must be educated to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

The key duties will include working alongside the current volunteer coordinator, engaging with volunteers on a daily basis, maintaining volunteer data bases, processing travel claims, providing training and support to new volunteers as and when needed. Having a knowledge of gaps in the organisation that can be supported through volunteering and creating new role profiles.

For more information about the role contact Jade Styan 07385953624 or Amanda Thompson on 07771500729.

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 or on 0114 253 2811.

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

Closing date for applications is 17.00 hours on Friday 27th May 2022

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 13th June 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.

Area Manager (Assistant Director)

Job Title: Area Manager (Assistant Director)
Contract: Grey Book, Permanent

Working Hours: 42 hours a week
Salary: c.£74,000 (this is made up of £61,667 per annum salary, plus an additional 20% payment related to providing cover on the flexi-duty rota)

You will be able to work flexibly, with a nominal base post at Service HQ (Kelvedon Park, Essex). You will need to attend multiple locations around Essex on a regular basis as a requirement of the role.

The Role

Are you ready for an exciting, challenging and rewarding opportunity to join the Extended Leadership Team at one of the country’s biggest, most dynamic and progressive Fire & Rescue Services?

At Essex County Fire & Rescue Service we are adaptable to the variable demands placed on us and very aware of the need for ongoing change to drive efficiency and effectiveness, whilst keeping our people at the heart of everything we do.

Reporting into the Director of Operations as part of our Extended Leadership Team (ELT) you will make a valuable contribution and help shape the development and delivery of the Service’s core values and corporate priorities. There will also be plenty of opportunity to promote and lead the delivery of service improvement solutions and initiatives to achieve great outcomes for communities across Essex.

We would like to invite all interested people to attend an informal visit of Service HQ on either Tuesday 3 May at 14:00, or Thursday 5 May at 10:00, to meet with Chris Parker, Director of Operations, as well as some of your prospective ELT colleagues and our fantastic employees and be shown around the facilities. If you would like to join us at either of these times, please email recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

What You Will Be Working On

> Leading a function within the Operations Directorate
> Responsible for people, organisational performance and resources within your functions
> Deliver effective change alongside a continuous improvement agenda
> Successfully contribute to the achievement of the objectives set out in our Fire and Rescue Plan, the Integrated Risk Management Plan, the Service’s Annual Plan and the delivering the departmental strategies for your areas of responsibility
> Provide Gold and Silver command to resolve large or significant incidents

What Are We Looking For?

To be successful in this role you’ll need to have successfully managed and developed high performing teams at a middle manager level, demonstrating your high level of interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust, confidence, credibility. You will also be able to demonstrate the ability to think, plan and act strategically and corporately with a creative and innovative approach to problem solving, delivery of outcomes and managing organisational change.

As a senior operational professional, you will have evidence of performance at Incident Command Level 3 (or equivalent); and be prepared to achieve level 4 within six months. You will be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of statutory requirements including Fire Safety and Health and Safety legislation and will have a clear understanding of the risk concept and how it can be applied within a proactive safety culture.

The Application Process

There will be a three-part selection process.

Application – Initially you will apply via our website with an attached supporting statement. You may also attach a CV (no more than 2 pages) if you wish.
Your supporting statement should be a maximum of two pages (Word doc, Arial font, size 12) and should show us how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. We love it when our applications write thorough supporting statements so don’t be afraid to go into detail! This will give us a great understanding of your skills and experience and how well you fit the role.

Leadership & ethics assessment, media assessment – If you are successfully shortlisted you will be invited to the next stage of the process, which will include submitting a written report, delivering a presentation on your personal leadership attributes and ethics, and undertaking a media assessment.

Inclusion activities, interview – For the final part of the assessment process, you will meet with our Extended Leadership Team for lunch along with the other interview candidates, take part in a discussion with representatives from our employee groups, and undertake a formal panel interview.

Dates to note – Our “open days” will take place on Tuesday 3 May at 14:00, and Thursday 5 May at 10:00 at Service HQ, Kelvedon Park. The interview and other assessments will take place at Colchester United Football Stadium on Tuesday 14 June and Wednesday 29 June 2022. Further details will be confirmed to shortlisted candidates nearer the time.

Our Culture and Benefits

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees. Some of our benefits include:

> Flexible working hours
> Remote working opportunities
> Wellbeing and counselling services
> Physiotherapy services
> Affiliation with the Blue Light Card scheme
> Generous annual leave
> Competitive pension scheme
> Career development opportunities

Closing Date –12pm, Monday 23 May 2022

You can contact us:

For an informal discussion about the role ahead of the open days, please contact Chris Parker, Director of Operations, on 07900267893 or by email to chris.parker@essex-fire.gov.uk

If you have any questions about the process, or working for Essex County Fire & Rescue Service, please email 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.

About Us

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service.

You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults.

The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying.

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

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

Property Services Helpdesk Assistant

Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time
Salary: Level 4
Location: Kelvedon Park, Witham, Essex

The Role

Essex County Fire and Rescue Property Services are looking for Property Services Administrator to join their professional, supportive and high performing Property Services team.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working on their own initiative and has a fantastic eye for detail. Our team is always looking to grow and develop and are looking for someone to join us who has a ongoing drive for improving process and performance. Delivery timescales are a priority to us and a good understanding of a risk based approached to delivery will be a huge benefit. As a team we value great communication and are looking for someone confident in communicating well with our colleagues throughout the service as well as the contractors we work with outside the organisation.

Included in your duties will be:

Processing defect and repair orders
Dealing with ongoing repair monitoring
Supporting maintenance works
Providing excellent customer service
Providing administrative support to the Property Services Team

The Application Process

Application – Initially you will apply via our website www.join.essex-fire.gov.uk with an attached supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be a maximum of 700 words showing us how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification for the role. We love it when our applications write thorough supporting statements so don’t be afraid to go into detail! This will give us a great understanding of your skills and experience and how well you fit the role.

Interview – If successfully shortlisted you will be invited to a values based interview with questions centred around our Service’s competency framework.

Our Culture and Benefits

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees. Some of our benefits include:

Flexible working hours
Remote working opportunities
Wellbeing and counselling services
Physiotherapy services
Affiliation with the Blue Light Card scheme
Generous annual leave
Competitive pension scheme
Career development opportunities

Closing Date – Monday 25th April 2022

About us

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.

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.

Health and Safety Administrator Assistant

Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Grade: Grade 4
Salary: £22,129 – £24,432 pa
Location: Kelvedon Park

Do you share our passion for helping to make our work environment safer?

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Health and Safety department for an administration assistant.

Working with the Health & Safety team and reporting to the Senior Health and Safety Advisor this role will include but is not limited to:

Management and administration of the safety event electronic reporting system, review and monitor progress of all accident/safety event reports and investigation documents.
Providing awareness on the use of the safety event electronic reporting system, including supporting and dealing with requests and query’s relating to system users.
Prepare documentation, coordinate, and disseminate documentation for Health and Safety related meetings and act as the minute’s secretary.
Providing administrative support to the Health and Safety team.

The ideal candidate for this Health and Safety Administrator Assistant role, will have experience of working both independently and as part of a busy team, a good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and willing to work flexibly within the team and have a Health and Safety background.

You will have a Level 2 standard of education (GCSE or equivalent) and it is desirable that you will have a level 3 accredited health and safety qualification.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please complete an application form and submit a personal statement of no more than 500 words detailing how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

For an informal discussion regarding the Health and Safety Administrator Assistant role please contact the Senior Health and Safety Advisor, Nicki Franklin on 01376 576240.

Closing Date – 12pm Friday, 29th April 2022
Interview Dates – 10th & 11th May 2022

Our Culture and Benefits

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees. Some of our benefits include:

Flexible working hours
Remote working opportunities
Wellbeing and counselling services
Physiotherapy services
Affiliation with the Blue Light Card scheme
Generous annual leave
Competitive pension scheme
Career development opportunities

About Us

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.

Station Manager

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for professional, highly motivated individuals with a drive for excellence. Individuals that are looking to broaden their knowledge and skills and join our team in the role of Station Manager B Flexi.

Applications are welcomed from current Competent Grey Book Watch Managers or existing Station Managers in any role, both internal and external to join our Station Manager Succession Pool.

We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and under represented groups.

Applicants should:

Be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions.
Not have any live formal disciplinary sanctions.
Not be in a formal capability process.
Hold a valid UK driver’s licence.
Be medically fit to undertake the role.
A current completed Personal Development Review.
All applicants are required to complete an On Line Application form and in addition upload the following:

– An Impact Statement relating to each of the four quadrants of the NFCC Leadership Framework, each section has a maximum word limit of 350 words.

– A Personal Statement evidencing relevant experience, knowledge and understanding and behavioural attributes for the role. This has a maximum word limit of 1200 words.

Failure to submit both of the above will disqualify you from the process.

The requirements of the role will mean that you will be expected to demonstrate commitment to the core values of our service and encourage all those that you manage and work alongside to do the same.

Further information can be found on the Station Manager Candidate Pack, accessible here – https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/media/2114454/station-manager-application-pack-2022-final2.pdf

We will be offering 2 On Line information sessions on Microsoft Teams, where prospective applicants can meet us and ask any questions they may have prior to the closing date.

The closing date for applications is Midnight 28th April 2022.

If you are interested in attending one of these sessions please email GFRSrecruitment@glosfire.gov.uk and request a link.

If you have any questions regarding the process please contact Station Manager Richard Kerry:

Mobile – 07920561289

Richard.Kerry@glosfire.gov.uk

Additional Information

To access the NFCC Leadership Framework, follow this link – https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/media/2110456/nfcc-leadership-framework.pdf

To access to Personal Impact Statement for completion, follow this link – https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/media/2114434/sm-personal-impact-statement.doc

This Position is subject to a DBS check.

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Trainee Fire Safety Advisor

Trainee Fire Safety Advisor

The Role
Post: Trainee Fire Safety Advisor
Salary: £30,575 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £30,575 – 36,705 £ per annum
Contract type: Fixed Term
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 06 May 2022 at 16:00 GMT

LFB is looking for Fire Safety Advisors to work across the whole of London and within all departments of Fire Safety these are exciting and challenging role. You will be working with range people across difference businesses to ensure that buildings across London are safe for residents, workers and visitors. You will need to be able to apply the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 within your role. You will be provided with complex technical training – Level 3 Fire Safety Certificate (Fire Auditor) as well as other courses to enable you to carry out this function. You will be expected to take a proactive role in your study and complete some of the study in your own time to meet assignment deadlines.

You will need to be flexible, respond positively to change and be prepared for continuous learning and professional development throughout your career. The regulations governing the fire safety aspects of buildings are frequently evolving and you will need to ensure that you keep up-to-date.

A reasonable level of physical fitness and mobility is necessary as you will be required to inspect the whole building and take equipment with you to carry out your role. This can also include walking around the surrounding areas of the building as well as reviewing a building internally.

If you are:

willing to study and learn technical information – up to a qualification Level 4;
good at meeting and communicating with people both internally and externally; and
have strong written communication and report writing skills

This may well be the role for you.

You will need to be self motivated, able to work independently, visiting premises on your own, and be able to manage your own workload. The London Fire Brigade is able to offer job share but you will be expected to work full time due your initial training.

To apply the process will be as follows:

Submit a CV and covering letter
To complete an online Math and English test and Written test
To carry out a role play and a formal interview

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the Trainee Fire Safety Advisor 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.

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
Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

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

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

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

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Online Math and English test and Written test. Successful candidates will be invited to stage 3.

Stage 3

Role play and formal interview.

Assessment for this role is due to take place Mid 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
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.

Communications Officer

£30,984 – £32,789 per annum

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is looking for an experienced communications professional to join the corporate communications team, supporting employee engagement and the Service’s vision of ‘Making Derbyshire Safer Together’.

You bring your experience, skill, and knowledge, and we will provide a communications role that is varied and rewarding. You’ll get a sense of pride being part of Team DFRS, promoting Service wide successes, communicating during emergency incidents, supporting employee engagement, and promoting DFRS as an employer of choice.

You’ll need to be confident working in a fast-paced environment, dealing with local and national media, providing timely and accurate updates during unfolding emergencies. You will also need creative flair to plan and deliver Service campaigns across social media and through traditional communication channels.

When you are not dealing with media enquiries, or planning the next Service campaign, you will be involved in planning and facilitating corporate events and providing social media support and training to Firefighters across the Service.

Does this sound like you? Are you ready for a new challenge? If so, we would love to hear from you.

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 Sunday 8 May 2022. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 23 May 2022.

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

Hydrant Technician

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The Role
Post: Hydrant Technician
Salary: £25,794 per annum
Grade: FRS B
Salary range: £25,794 – £30,575 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 6 May 2022 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen to work in the London Fire Brigade Water Team and contribute to front line firefighting.

As a London Fire Brigade Hydrant Technician you will responsible for visiting fire hydrants that have been reported as defective by operational firefighters and other sources in order to undertake a range of minor repairs. You will also be working with the water companies that serve Greater London and their contractors to ensure that hydrant installations and repair works are satisfactory in order to provide a suitable supply of water for operational firefighting.

Passionate about delivering an important role in supporting the availability of water supplies for firefighting, you will be expected to carry out accurate and high-quality work, visiting an average of 22 fire hydrants per day in your working area in accordance with current targets.

Although part of the London Fire Brigade Water Team, the job is predominantly a lone worker role which you will undertake from Monday to Friday all year round. You will have experience of working efficiently, effectively and constructively with a wide range of people both as a lone worker and as a team member.

The position covers the North East area of London and is currently based at Chingford Fire Station, however, there may be some opportunity to change that base location.
You will also be required to cover work in other areas of London in accordance with the needs of the service.

You will be provided with a service vehicle and a range of equipment with which to undertake your duties. It will be your responsibility to utilise and maintain them in accordance with the appropriate standards and policies.

You may need to undertake and pass a London Fire Brigade Light Driving Assessment in order to drive the service vehicle. You will also be required to achieve an appropriate Street Works qualification in order to carry out the role. Appropriate training/familiarisation will be given.

A clean and current driving licence is required for this position. Experience of working within the water industry is an advantage but not essential for the role.

NB – Please note that the latest start time stated in the job description of 9.00am is under review and is likely to change to an earlier start time for the winter months. This is to ensure that all hydrant inspections can be completed in the hours of daylight for health and safety reasons.

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 2 sided A4) clearly outlining the relevant experience, qualifications, skills and qualities you have to successfully perform this role (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 Hydrant Technician 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
Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Eligibility
A clean and current driving license is required for this position. Experience of working within the water industry is an advantage but not essential for the role

Assessment Overview
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 1

CV and cover letter (sift). 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.