Station Manager Talent Pipeline 2022

Station Manager Talent Pipeline 2022

Applications from Station Managers and competent Watch Managers are now invited for the Station Manager Talent Pipeline 2022. 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, available on our website:https://humbersidefire.gov.uk/careers/vacancies
  • Supporting documentary evidence to demonstrate that you are or that you hold the following essential criteria:

(a)    Continuing professional development evidence (CPD)

(b)   Current Performance Development Review/Staff Appraisal

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

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

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

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

(g)    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 12 noon on Thursday 14th April 2022. 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 12 noon on Thursday 14th April 2022
  • Shortlisting to begin w/c Monday 25th April 2022
  • A written report, submitted by 12 noon on Friday 13th May 2022
  • A presentation to an interview panel, submitted by 12 noon on Friday 13th May 2022
  • It is anticipated that panel interviews will take place, in person, during w/c Monday 23rd May 2022 at Beverley Fire Station, New Walkergate, Beverley, HU17 9EQ.

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

a.      Compile a written report (maximum 2000 words), the subject of which is:

‘As a new Station Manager, how will you ensure effectiveness and efficiency across the three pillars of service delivery?’

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 Friday 13th May 2022. 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:

‘What are the challenges to effective communication across the Service below Station Manager level and how would you improve it?’

The presentation should be based around our strategic priorities:

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

Please ensure your presentation is emailed to us by 12 noon on Friday 13th May 2022. 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 Station 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 Station Manager applications will be sent via email.

Please visit our website https://humbersidefire.gov.uk/careers/vacancies  for Application Form, Employee Specification, Generic and Role Specific Training Outline and Guidance Document.

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.

Education Officer

Education Officer

Post: Education Officer
Salary: £17,538.45 per annum
Grade: FRS B
Salary range: £17,538.45 – £20,789.25 per annum
Contract type: Permanent and Fixed Term until 28/07/2023
Application closing date: Thursday 07 April 2022 at 16:00 GMT

A permanent and a fixed term opportunity have arisen for the role of Education Officer in the London Fire Brigade’s Community Safety Department. Working flexibly on a term-time / part -time only basis you will travel throughout the Greater London area working a 6.5 hour day between 09:00 and 15:30hrs.

As one of the largest fire and rescue services in the world, the London Fire Brigade, responds to emergencies, keeping our capital diverse community safe from fires. Education plays a critical role within our Community Safety department, and fire safety education needs to start early. Our ‘Education Team’ works hard to delivering quality, memorable fire safety workshops in primary and secondary schools and to the general public at local events. By teaching children and young people potentially life-saving information that this will stay with them into adulthood.

Are you the person that can deliver these vital safety messages to diverse communities across London? And are you adaptable to find solutions to problems which may arise.

Experience of working with children and young people, delivering education and presenting to groups is essential. The role relies on your ability to communicate powerful messages in an interesting and digestible way. You will need to work with minimal supervision as well as have excellent organisational and administrative skills.

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

To apply – complete the online application form and provide evidence to address the selection criteria under the assessment overview (see below). Your application will be marked against the responses you provide to the selection criteria. CVs will not be considered.

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 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 imparting education to children and young people.

Selection Criteria 2 – Experience of maintaining record systems (both computerised and manual).

Selection Criteria 3 – Experience of working flexibly with minimal supervision.

Selection Criteria 4 – Experience of using a range of Information Technology applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams, together with good keyboard skills and an awareness of the ways in which IT applications can be utilised in the context of the duties of the post.

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 mid/late-April 2022. 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.

E Learning Developer

E Learning Developer

£30,984 – £32,798 per annum

Joint Training Centre, Ripley

Are you enthusiastic about design? Do you keep a portfolio of your latest design and development work? Do you create attractive looking front-ends that will enhance the users experience? Are you a meticulous planner with an eye for detail? Do your hobbies include 3D modelling and PC gaming? Fancy an exciting opportunity to develop e-learning resources for an emergency blue light service?

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is seeking an E Learning Developer to take responsibility for the production and efficient use of e-resources that support the delivery of learning and development across the service.

This includes the development and production of packages for various types of operational training, including virtual incident/simulation scenarios incorporating imaginative designs.

Essential to this role is:

  • A creative and practical approach to the design of learning materials
  • Demonstrable work experience at degree level (technically and with the nature/level of design) but a degree isn’t necessarily required
  • Significant experience in the production of videos, e-learning packages and presentations, including advanced level use of MS PowerPoint and the Adobe suite of software
  • Recent use of/demonstrable knowledge of simulation/virtual reality software and competent in creative software
  • Experience in creating responsive sites
  • Experience of using learning management systems

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

  • Working with subject matter experts to producing engaging e-learning materials and digital resources
  • Operational management of our Learning management and content management systems
  • Testing and supporting the introduction of new functionality and systems
  • Keeping abreast of new developments and supporting others in the service.

There is also the opportunity to interact with your audiences through live online sessions or through physical interaction during face-to-face training scenarios.

Therefore, you will be someone who enjoys variety and sharing ideas with others: multi-skilled, with a proven record in learning and development.

Possessing excellent communication and organisational skills, you can work effectively in a team or independently.

Please share a link to your portfolio and any recent work when you apply (e.g. via a web address).

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 17 April 2022. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 25 April 2022.

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

Human Resources Assistant – Maternity Cover

Human Resources Assistant – Maternity Cover

Job Role Title:  HR Assistant

  • Grade D
  • Scale Point Range 9 – 15
  • Salary Range £21,269 – £23,953

Contract Type:  Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Advert Opens:  23 March 2022

Further Information

You will be a key member of a small Human Resources (HR) support team, working across many aspects of HR, including recruitment, contracts, and payroll administration, as well as providing administrative support (including note taking) to the HR team during employee relations cases.

You will need to be able to think fast and be confident working in a busy environment, dealing with a high demand from our internal customers, and be able to provide a high level of customer service.

We’re looking for a level-headed, enthusiastic, and proactive individual, preferably with administrative experience and an interest in HR.  You’ll need to have excellent communication skills and a great attention to detail, with a ‘right first-time’ approach to support the delivery of a high-quality HR service.

This is a challenging and immensely rewarding position.  If you’ve got what it takes, we want you to join us.  This is a great opportunity to work in HR Administration and will suit individuals looking for a sideways move or seeking to enter HR for the first time.

Closing date: 06 April 2022

Interview and test date: 27 – 29 April 2022

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlement plus public holidays, on-site gym facilities, free onsite parking, emergency services discount card and use of our occupational health unit. You will also be supported with further training as required.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

  • Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion (ENEI)
  • Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
  • British Sign Language Charter
  • Asians in the Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance- Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Lifetime Allowance – Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Temporary Promotions/Positions – Please note that any period of ‘temporary’, whether that is by way of promotion or allowances associated with a temporary position, will be treated as non-pensionable.

Information and Communications Technology Service Analyst

Post: Information and Communications Technology Service Analyst
Salary: £36,332 per annum
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £36,332 – £41,597 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Tuesday 05 April 2022 at 16:00 GMT

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

The role of ICT Service Analyst is to assist with the support and administration activities in relation to the Brigade’s desktop and server environment. The focus of this role is to provide 2nd level support to IT users and supporting server technologies.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting IT users in a large multi-site organisation, preferably in a 24/7/365 industry, working on Microsoft Server based platforms and supporting technologies such Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, O365 and Microsoft System Centre.

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

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the Information and Communications Technology Service Analyst role are detailed in the job description. To see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the job description) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV.

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 Group
  • 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

On-line application form, CV and cover letter (sift).

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend the stage 2 of the process.

Stage 2

Assessment stage

Assessment for this role is due to take place mid/late-April 2022. 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.

Implementation Liaison Manager – NFCC

Location: Home based (with UK wide travel as required)
Duration: Secondment or Fixed Term Contract (period up until 31st July 2023 with possibility of extension).
Closing Date: 25th March 2022
Interviews: w/c 25th April 2022

The Implementation Support Team provides advice and support to fire and rescues services, to assist them in the adoption and implementation of products developed by the NFCC. The team also maintains two-way dialogue with fire and rescue services. This is to not only ensure services are kept informed of national issues, but to also make sure the products produced by the NFCC meet fire and rescue service needs.

To support this work, the NFCC Implementation Support Team is recruiting to three additional posts (2x external and 1x internal). The post holders will be the key interface between fire and rescue services and the NFCC’s change programmes (Community Risk; People; Digital and Data and Prevention), as well as National Operational Guidance and Learning. The team also work with services, supporting them through the process of implementing new Fire Standards and responding to HMICFRS reports.

This is a key role in delivering change across the UK fire and rescue service and the successful candidates will need a good understanding of the fire sector, its obligations, stakeholders, and governance arrangements.

We would also be keen to hear from exceptional candidates who can bring knowledge and experience from other sectors or can demonstrate key non-operational experience to the role.

You will need to be politically aware, understand how to influence our partners at all levels and be able to demonstrate experience of delivering business change.

We are seeking applicants who can confidently operate at the level of Group / Middle Manager with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with people from all areas of the fire sector.

For these specific roles, we will be recruiting Implementation Liaison Managers to cover the East of England and the South East and South West, with further regional opportunities expected later in the year.

Purpose of the role:

To support the implementation of NFCC products and engage with services to embed them and achieve the expected benefits, and to help the NFCC build a strategic picture of service need.

Your role as Implementation Liaison Manager:

Key requirements

We are looking for professional and enthusiastic individuals to help us achieve our drive to provide excellent service in everything that we do.

As a member of the Implementation Support Team, you will be responsible for gathering information from the UK fire and rescue services, liaising with stakeholders at all levels, and providing reports back to projects, programmes, and boards.

You will work with subject matter experts from project and programme boards to understand the products and their benefits, and help services realise and embed them in their work.

You will represent the NFCC at meetings, events and service visits and engage with all.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Recent experience delivering change in an organisation
  • Expert understanding of the fire sector
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • The ability to influence and drive change at all levels
  • An understanding of the needs of fire and rescue services
  • The ability to take personal responsibility for their own performance

The successful candidate will understand:

  • The structures of the NFCC
  • The obligations and responsibilities of fire and rescue services
  • How legislation should be interpreted in UK fire and rescue services

Desirable qualities include:

  • Excellent report writing skills
  • An ability to work with people from different sectors and different levels
  • An ability to work proactively as part of a team and on individual responsibilities
  • An ability to deliver high quality work in a fast-paced, time pressured environment
  • Confidence to express their own view appropriately and constructively challenge people
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Experience working within project management structures
  • Experience organising and running meetings

Main responsibilities will include:

  • Manage relationships with fire and rescue services and external partners
  • Provide advice to services on appropriate implementation and resolve issues
  • Represent the NFCC at events and meetings
  • Review and approve content for publication
  • Respond to queries from services and external parties
  • Provide briefings of existing products and development work
  • Identify opportunities to develop existing products
  • Candidates must have the ability to work under pressure including meeting deadlines and dealing with interruptions. This is a national role and there will be occasions for UK-wide travel.

The Selection Process

Applicants should submit a CV and covering letter stating why they would like to be considered for the Implementation Liaison Manager post and the approach they would take to delivering implementation support to services.

Selection will include an interview process held in London and may include written tests and a presentation to senior officers.

HR Adviser

The Role
Post: HR Adviser
Salary: £39,083 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £39,083 – £46,684 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Monday 04 April 2022 at 16:00 GMT

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HR Adviser working in the HR Advice and Employee Relations Team. This is a full-time permanent post based at 169 Union Street, with the facility to work from home. A requirement for this role is that you are able to travel to any London Fire Brigade location.

People Services department and this role is undergoing a review towards a new operating model so it is an exciting time in playing a role in the delivery of the LFC’s ambitious transformation agenda and deliver the people priorities.

You will be responsible for supporting and coaching managers on the full range of people management matters, providing risk assessed options taking into account organisational priorities and employment legislation. You will also be responsible for managing complex casework, providing expert advice on employee relations issues.

You should be CIPD qualified or have an equivalent comprehensive knowledge of the application of conditions of service, good professional HR practice and current employment legislation, together with significant experience of employee relations case management.

The successful candidate will have self initiative along with the ability to build successful relationships and influence at all levels. They will also have strong critical, analytical and communication skills with the ability to make sound judgements under pressure.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the attached job description which is subject to the People Services review.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

Stage 2

Assessment for this HR Adviser role is due to take place mid April. 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.

To apply, please complete the online application and upload the following documents:

  • A copy of your up-to-date CV.
  • A cover letter (max. of two sided A4) clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the job description below). To see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access and the full advert.

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.

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

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.

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.

Property & Environment Manager

Location: Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service

Base: Hindlip Park, Worcester (but flexible / hybrid working available)

Salary: PO5 grade £51,602 – £54,868 per annum

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week

Terms: NJC Green Book

Closing Date: Midday Monday 18th April 2022

Contact Name:  Adrian Elliott – Area Commander / Assistant Director (Assets)

Contact Details: AElliott@hwfire.org.uk or call 07919 045570

Are you a professionally qualified MRICS/CIOB/CEng with either a building surveying, construction or engineering degree, or working towards MRICS/CIOB/CEng professional registration?  Do you possess excellent communication skills and experience of project delivery and cost control?  If this sounds like you please read on…

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) have built a reputation for encouraging our employees to succeed.  If you would like to work in a supportive environment, then our latest opportunity to join our professional team as a Property & Environment Manager could be an attractive career move.  Successful candidates currently working towards Chartered Membership of RICS / CIOB / CEng will be supported in achieving full membership via cpd and training sponsorship.

Working in partnership with the Head of Estates of the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for West Mercia via a service level agreement, the primary purpose of the job is to maintain and develop Hereford & Worcester Fire Authority’s property stock to a high standard.

You will need experience of working with Planning Authorities, Consultants, Contractors and Suppliers using negotiating, influencing, programme / project management and monitoring skills and experience of undertaking surveys, preparing specifications and drawings for a variety of building and environment works.  The successful candidate will also have proven experience in managing a variety of major and minor construction projects, including contract administration and budgetary control.  Experience of CAD systems as well as other software packages specific to estates / project maintenance would be an advantage.

You will be driven, engaging and have the true ability to build strong and lasting relationships across the organisation with various levels of managers and leaders. The successful candidate will be proactive, inclusive and keen to take accountability for delivering our plans.  The base location for the post is Hindlip Park, Worcester, however flexible / hybrid working is available.  A laptop and mobile phone will be issued, and the role attracts an essential car user allowance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Property & Environment Manager to join the Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service team.  For more information or a conversation about the role please contact Adrian Elliott – Area Commander / Assistant Director (Assets) on AElliott@hwfire.org.uk or call 07919 045570.

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 a local government pension scheme.
  • Flexi-time and homeworking scheme allowing you to have an element of flexibility over your working hours.
  • 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.
  • Continuous professional development and training sponsorship.
  • Payment of professional membership fees (e.g. MRICS/CIOB/CEng).
  • A laptop and mobile phone will be issued, and the role attracts an essential car user allowance.

The closing date for applications is Midday Monday 18th April 2022.

Interviews will be held on Friday 29th April 2022.

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

Head of Prevention

Location: Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service

Base: Worcester Fire Station, McKenzie Way, Worcester

Salary: PO5 (£51,602 -£54,868 per annum)

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Terms: NJC Green Book

Closing Date: Midday Friday 08 April 2022

Contact Name: Anna Davidson – Assistant Director: Prevention

Contact Details: ADavidson@hwfire.org.uk or call 07824 321989

Job Advert Details:

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) are looking for an outstanding leader to undertake the role of Head of Prevention.  You’ll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team, focused on providing the best prevention services for the communities of Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

The role:

Based at Worcester Fire Station, the successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team, stakeholders and partner agencies to implement the strategic objectives of HWFRS in line with the Prevention Strategy, targeting activities based on risk and data to ensure better outcomes for our communities. The post holder will lead a fantastic department to help shape the future direction and capability of the organisation, through the use of personal, organisational and external insights and experience.

You will be passionate, engaging and have the true ability to build strong and lasting relationships across the organisation with various levels of managers and leaders. The successful candidate will be proactive, inclusive and keen to take accountability for supporting the implementation and creation of strategy. You will be motivated by change and implementing value to positively impact the Service for the benefit of our local communities.

Benefits:

HWFRS is proud to offer a range of benefits to colleagues including:

  • Leadership development programme
  • Hybrid working opportunities
  • Free parking
  • Flexi-time scheme
  • Flexible working schemes
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Laptop and kit to work in an agile way
  • 28 days annual leave, increasing to 33 after 5 years’ service (Plus Bank / Public Holidays)

For more information or a conversation about the Head of Prevention role please contact Anna Davidson – Assistant Director on ADavidson@hwfire.org.uk or call 07824 321989.

Warehouse Operative/ Driver

Post: Warehouse Operative/ Driver
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 01 April 2022 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen in the Logistics function of the Operations Support Group (OSG) as a Warehouse Operative/ Driver.

We are looking for an organised person with excellent interpersonal skills to join our diverse and multi skilled logistics team at the London Fire Brigade Operations Support Centre (OSC). This position is split between time working as a Warehouse Operative and Day Van Driver based on the demands of the organisation.

Whilst at our Croydon warehouse at the OSC the post holder will receive and dispatch deliveries, pick and pack stock items, and interact with suppliers and internal clients. Working to tight deadlines to ensure essential items reach their destination to schedule, ensuring our fire and rescue service remains operational.

When operating as a driver, the post could be dispatching from Croydon OSC, or from time to time covering other routes commencing from Park Royal, or Barking, and will cover a specific region of stations to deliver everything from safety and emergency kit to stationary and toilet roll – everything our locations will need to stay “on the run” and to protect the people of London.

We are seeking people who:

  • Can work with accuracy, plan and prioritise work with the ability to adapt to changing situations and have experience of using stock management systems as well as general office IT packages such as Word and Outlook.
  • Have a “can do” attitude and can work to resolve issues independently when appropriate.
  • Experience liaising with internal and external clients to resolve issues satisfactorily.
  • Have experience of driving vans, planning, and adapting routes, and making multiple daily deliveries.
  • Are confident in safe manual handling procedures carrying weights of over 5kg and no greater than 20kg.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills to work co-operatively and flexibly as a member of a team, and to liaise effectively with staff at all levels.
  • Hold a clean current UK driving licence (LGV preferable but not essential.)

Experience of working in both a warehouse environment as well as a delivery driver would be advantageous, but we would welcome applications from those who may have excelled in one of these positions rather than both of these areas.

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

To apply – complete the online application form and provide evidence to address the selection criteria under the assessment overview (see below). Your application will be marked against the responses you provide to the selection criteria. CVs will not be considered.

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.

Eligibility
Must hold a clean, current UK driving licence. (Unless already qualified, the postholder will be required to take and pass the Brigade’s driving assessment during their probationary period).

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 working in a stores environment and moving heavy items safely.

Selection Criteria 2 – Experience of driving vans, planning routes, and making multiple daily deliveries.

Selection Criteria 3 – Organisational skills in order to plan and prioritise work, to meet deadlines and to work with minimal supervision.

Selection Criteria 4 – Interpersonal skills in order to work co-operatively and flexibly as a member of a team, and to liaise effectively with staff at all levels.

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 in April 2022. 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
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.

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.