Post: Deputy Assistant Commissioner (DAC)
Salary range £79,653 – £99,701
Application closing date: Monday 13 December 2021 (16:00hrs)

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is seeking highly motivated, talented and adaptable applicants who have the vision, leadership skills and potential to become part of the Brigade’s top management team. Do you have what we are looking for?

London is one of the largest fire rescue services in the world, serving a complex and dynamic city of 8.9 million residents as well as those who work in or visit the city.

We are looking for the best people to lead the organisation to shape our services to provide London with a world class fire and rescue service, which is trusted to serve and protect London’s diverse communities.

It is an exciting and challenging time to join us. We continue to focus our efforts on prevention and protection, as well as providing a first-class operational response to a wide range of emergencies. We have made big changes in recent years, taking bold decisions to set the Brigade in the strongest possible position at a time of public sector savings. Further challenges lie ahead, particularly in light of the pandemic, and continuing to respond and improve following HMICFRS inspections and the Grenfell Inquiry.

We have made important progress in terms of the diversity profile of our staff, but there is much more to do. London is a wonderfully diverse city and we have an ambitious Togetherness Strategy to build D&I into all our work. This sets out our commitment to promoting fairness and tackling discrimination, and how we’re working to remove the barriers that stop people reaching their full potential.

The Deputy Assistant Commissioner role

Working with the London Fire Commissioner and Directors and Assistant Commissioners, DACs are key leaders in ensuring that the London Fire Brigade is trusted to serve and protect London. DACs deliver this by ensuring the Brigade is a dynamic, forward-looking organisation of fully engaged people at the centre of the communities we serve, adapting to the needs of London. To support this, you will be responsible for the delivery of the London Fire Commissioner’s strategic aims of:

• Placing a premium on leadership skills and investing in leadership at all levels.
• Fostering and embedding a culture of togetherness so that every member of staff feels respected and valued regardless of their gender, sexuality, colour of skin, race or religion and that everyone feels able to bring their whole self to work, feeling a sense of belonging in the Brigade because they can be themselves.
• Developing the Brigade’s long-term strategy to become a forward-thinking service led organisation, with communities at the heart of its delivery, prioritising the development, launch and delivery its Community Risk Management Plan.
• Building on the Brigade’s improvement plans deliver continuous improvement across its operational and support functions ensuring excellence and efficiency in everything it delivers.

DACs are responsible for planning, directing, and delivering the services provided by a designated function ensuring continual improvement in efficiency and performance and compliance with regulations and the law. You will play a full leadership role within the office of the London Fire Commissioner (“the LFC”) as a member of the appropriate Departmental Management Team.

You would join the DAC’s operational rota and would be mobilised to operational incidents to perform monitoring and incident command functions and represent the Brigade at Strategic Command. You would also play an integral role in managing the Brigade’s Strategic Response Arrangements. These roles and responsibilities represent a significant operational and strategic management commitment and will require provision of a standby or call out base in London.

Eligibility
To be eligible to apply you must be a substantive competent Group Commander. External candidates will also need to be serving as a whole time Group Commander in a local government brigade.

The person will be able:

• To provide motivational leadership to the relevant function and secure staff commitment to support the delivery of the LFC aims and objectives.
• To provide leadership to the Department as an integral member of the Departmental Management Team.
• To lead, support and deliver corporate projects, as required.
• To be a champion of diversity and equality of opportunity for staff and to ensure that that the LFC equalities policies are implemented effectively.
• To ensure the relevant function’s resources (people and financial) are deployed and controlled effectively to secure the LFC overall business objectives and Integrated Risk Management Plan.
• To maintain, under continuous review, the effectiveness of the role and responsibilities within the relevant function.
• To ensure the development and implementation of programmes to drive efficiency and performance improvements and to ensure the effective development of strategic partnerships with government, local authorities, and other agencies to deliver improved service performance.

Assessment Overview

If you would like to find out more about the role, we will be running a Q & A session via Teams. If you would like to join please email assessmentcentre@london-fire.gov.uk with your contact details and an invite will be sent to you.

For instructions on how to apply and other information about the role, please visit our jobs pages.

Additional Information
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.

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.

Further information about us can be found on the our website.

Post: Enforcement Support Officer
Salary: £36,332 per annum (full time)
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £36,332 – £41,597 per annum (full time)
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time or willing to consider Part time (0.5 job share – 3 days one week, 2 days the next)
Application closing date: Friday 10 December 2021 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen to join our Fire Safety Regulation department as an Enforcement Support Officer for the Central Regulatory Enforcement Group. In this position you will take lead responsibility for the Enforcement aspects of the Brigade’s responsibilities as a lead enforcer of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Your main duties will include:

• Conduct investigations for the purpose of prosecution into contraventions of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Support Fire Safety Regulation staff in the investigation and prosecution processes by providing guidance and direction for investigations and associated matters including evidence gathering, collating officers and other witness statements, hard copy case file preparation, disclosure and identification of responsible persons, or others responsible for contraventions of fire safety legislation.
• Provide and manage technical support and guidance for Senior Fire Safety Officers; and Fire Safety Officers on all aspects of the Brigade’s enforcement activities including content and service of enforcement, alteration and prohibition notices.
• Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description 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 of your experience, skills and knowledge to address the selection criteria below:

1 – Experience of enforcement and investigative activity and procedures including development and application of enforcement policies, procedures and guidance.

2 – Experience of close working relationships with legal professionals in an enforcement environment.

3 – Experience of the motivation, training and development of teams and of individual staff.

4 – Good organisational skills with the ability to determine priorities in the context of competing demands.

Your application will be marked against the responses you provide to the selection criteria. CVs will not be considered.

Benefits of working for LFB

• Generous holiday entitlement 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.

Eligibility
The successful candidate will be qualified to a Level 4 Fire Safety Diploma or equivalent or be an experienced investigator for another Enforcing Authority such as HSE, Police Force or Local Authority.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application form and evidence to address the selection criteria.

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

1 – Experience of enforcement and investigative activity and procedures including development and application of enforcement policies, procedures and guidance.

2 – Experience of close working relationships with legal professionals in an enforcement environment.

3 – Experience of the motivation, training and development of teams and of individual staff.

4 – Good organisational skills with the ability to determine priorities in the context of competing demands.

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 stage.

Assessment for this role is due to take place in December 2021 or January 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.

Post: Administrative Assistant (Fire Safety Regulation)
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: Wednesday 08 December 2021 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade is one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world and the busiest in the country. As an organisation we are committed to delivering our services in ways that best suit the needs of our communities. Whilst emergency response is a critical part of what we do, London Fire Brigade proudly acknowledges the impact Fire Safety Regulation has in ensuring London is a safe place to live, work and play.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Fire Safety Regulation team as administrative assistants which will be helping us to make a real difference to the communities of London. The role will require you to support the five work streams within the Fire Safety admin team. The role requires organisational skills, flexibility and confidence in using Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to gain knowledge of our additional IT systems.

You will be part of a team supporting the delivery of the Brigade’s Fire Safety Regulation objectives and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You will be required to demonstrate the ability to organise, plan and prioritise your own work and to meet deadlines and targets with minimal supervision.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant role are detailed in 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 of your experience, skills and knowledge to address the selection criteria below:

Selection Criteria 1 – Experience of writing correspondence, minutes and short reports in plain English, using correct grammar, spelling and appropriate vocabulary.

Selection Criteria 2 – Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own work; meeting deadlines and targets while working flexibly within a team.

Selection Criteria 3 – Experience of using standard computerised office systems and specialised computer databases together with an understanding of their role in an office environment.

Selection Criteria 4 – The ability to communicate with people in a professional and helpful manner in order to exchange information and to offer advice and assistance.

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

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

On-line application form and evidence to the selection criteria.

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

Selection Criteria 1 – Experience of writing correspondence, minutes and short reports in plain English, using correct grammar, spelling and appropriate vocabulary.

Selection Criteria 2 – Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own work; meeting deadlines and targets while working flexibly within a team.

Selection Criteria 3 – Experience of using standard computerised office systems and specialised computer databases together with an understanding of their role in an office environment.

Selection Criteria 4 – The ability to communicate with people in a professional and helpful manner in order to exchange information and to offer advice and assistance.

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 stage

The assessment process will consist of an interview and a role-related test.

Assessment for this role is due to take place in January 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 MS-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.