Post: FM Officer
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: Friday 04 February 2022 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade (LFB) are one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. There are 103 Fire Stations across the London Boroughs split into 5 districts, along with a Call Centre and Head Office. LFB also form part of the Greater London Authority organisations which also include TfL and London Metropolitan Police. A challenging yet rewarding role, this opportunity will appeal to Facilities professionals wanting to join an organisation that is proud of the work they carry out on a daily basis.

Working as part of the property team, the Facilities Officer will oversee the commercial relationship of the groups key suppliers ensuring that contract requirements are met and that work is delivered to a high standard. It is an integral role in ensuring the properties are maintained in order to support the operational response. The role is customer facing and you will be expected to be a presence at the fire stations, carrying out audits, building relationships internally and with suppliers. You will need to communicate any issues and provide recommendations for improvements to service delivery.

You will need to be an experienced facilities professional with a background in customer and supplier relationship management. An understanding of and significant exposure to M+E engineering and fabric maintenance is also crucial. Most importantly, you will be a confident communicator that is capable of writing reports and carrying out audits. A H+S qualification is also preferred.

A permanent opportunity to work with an outstanding organisation making a difference every day. The Facilities Officer role is mainly focussed on the North London part of the Estate.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the Facilities Officer 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, 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).

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

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

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in February 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.

The Role
Post: Estates Management Surveyor
Salary: £46,684 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £46,684 – £60,620 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 04 February 2022 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade (LFB) are one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. There are 103 Fire Stations across the London Boroughs split into 5 districts, along with a Call Centre and Head Office. LFB also form part of the Greater London Authority organisations which also include TfL and London Metropolitan Police. LFB are looking to strengthen their London Property & Estates directorate. We hold a mixed freehold & leasehold commercial portfolio made up of over 100 properties, the successful applicant will be responsible for optimising the performance and capabilities of the estate.

This is a brand-new career enhancing opportunity to join a unique organisation with a fantastic property portfolio that can offer endless asset management opportunities. The Estates Management Surveyor role will cover the full lifecycle of property and asset management along with project management, portfolio optimisation and external consultancy procurement. This is a fantastic career opportunity for an MRICS Commercial Surveyor to work for the LFB.

What you’ll need to succeed

MRICS Qualified – Essential

The successful candidates will have the experience and ability to deliver high level commercial property & asset management tasks. Experience within the public sector or roles that involve restrictive covenants or political pressures and key stakeholder management is desirable. Rounded general practice, property management and asset management experience are essential.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the Estates Management Surveyor 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, 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).

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

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

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in February 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: Building Surveyor
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: Friday 04 February 2022 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade (LFB) are one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. There are 103 Fire Stations across the London Boroughs split into 5 districts, along with a Call Centre and Head Office. LFB also form part of the Greater London Authority organisations which also include TfL and London Metropolitan Police. LFB are adapting for the future with the Property Department playing a huge part towards this. The team plans, designs and manages projects to conform with the high expectations here, setting an example for all, hence we have a fantastic opportunity for a building surveyor to join the team and make their mark here.

We are looking for a talented and ambitious Building Surveyor to join our busy office and take your career to the next stage. You will be delivering property projects as required such that they are customer focused, on time, within budgets and carried out in accordance with agreed standards and policies (energy efficient). We offer excellent experience and first-class mentoring support to help you achieve your ambitions beyond professional status, with a clear pathway to Senior level.

You will be supporting the director, team leader and the wider team in the delivery of building surveying commissions. You will be investigating and offering technical advice on factors that affect building, including user needs, site and building surveys, and regulatory requirements. You will manage others in preparing designs using CAD software and obtain tenders for construction work. You will need a nationally recognised qualification in a construction related discipline and/or relevant extensive experience at an appropriate level and/or specific contractual knowledge.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the 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, 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).

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

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

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in February 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: Projects Support Officer
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: Friday 04 February 2022 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade as one of the largest fire and rescue services in the world, trusted to serve and protect London, is currently seeking to appoint an experienced Projects Support Officer. LFB is committed to improving the accessibility of its estate, thereby providing an environment which supports equal access and inclusion to LFB and its wider community. This is an opportunity to be part of a great organisation that makes a real difference to people’s lives.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, well-organised, positive and proactive person, who can demonstrate a flexible and professional approach to their work, to join the strategy team within LFB’s property department. This role is required to effectively support the delivery of projects across data management, departmental planning and performance as well as governance requirements. Proactively supporting the Strategy and Performance Manager the post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of staff and activities, ensuring that the department’s obligations are met and appropriate monitoring practices are in place. This will include being a central co-ordinator for recruitment, training and development and communications for the Property department.

The successful candidate must have excellent administration and organisational skills and experience of managing staff. It would be helpful to have an understanding of the Project Management principles, for example APM/ Prince 2 or MSP and interested to develop their experience and qualifications in this area. Experience of budget monitoring, numerical and analytical skills in order to support financial analysis and profiling is also required. The post holder will have excellent IT skills particularly MS Word and Excel, familiarity with Office 365 would be beneficial. In return we will provide you with an opportunity to learn as well as offering a range of benefits in working for LFB.

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

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 cover the selection criteria.

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

Selection Criteria 1 – Demonstrable experience undertaking project management working for a large complex organisation.

Selection Criteria 2 – Experience of leading, motivating and managing the performance of support staff and ensuring they are trained and developed accordingly.

Selection Criteria 3 – Good organisational skills and the ability to identify and address changing and conflicting priorities whilst meeting deadlines and ability to use own initiative in a diverse range of situations.

Selection Criteria 4 – Good oral and written communication skills in order to present clear, concise and accurate information and to ensure effective liaison with officers at all levels. Good interpersonal skills with the ability to positively engage with commercial and public stakeholders.

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 week commencing 21st February 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
Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

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: 999 Control Officer
Salary range: £25,918.58 – £33,776.11 plus 20% shift allowance
Application closing date: Friday 04 February 2022 at 16:00 GMT

The London Fire Brigade are here to protect and serve London.

Our 999 Control Officers are based at our operations centre in Merton and manage over 180,000 999 calls a year from Londoners when they need us most. We mobilise fire engines and specialist equipment, provide support to firefighters and work with other emergency services to safely resolve incidents across the Capital.

A career as a 999 Control Officer involves providing advice to callers and gathering important information to assist the Brigades response to a terrorist attack, serious fire, major incident or large-scale flooding event. Thankfully, these don’t occur every day.

Some of your time will be spent responding to emergencies, you will be taking 999 calls to road traffic collisions, fire alarms, rescues and other incidents requiring our assistance.

At other times you will be undertaking training and development, supporting routine operations in the Control room or speaking to fire stations and officers ensuring you and the Brigade are ready to respond.

At the London Fire Brigade, we believe every contact counts, that starts with Control and it could start with you.

No matter what you are dealing with, day or night, 365 days a year, every contact counts towards keeping London safe.

Is this 999 Control Officer the career for you?

• Would you like a role that is fulfilling which helps saves lives?
• Could you talk someone through their most distressing moments whilst being calm and compassionate?
• Could you work flexibly on a day and night shift pattern, including some holidays and celebrations?
• Are you able to communicate clearly and follow systems under intense pressure?
• Do you like working as part of a team?

If you answered yes and think you have what it takes then we would love to hear from you.

If successful our new 999 Control Officers will undertake an intensive eight-week training course which covers everything from emergency call management to radio procedure, fire survival guidance and appliance types.

Upon successful completion, you will be posted to a watch to continue your development throughout your probation period of nine months. Training is continuous and we are looking for someone with the self motivation to study and learn, to help them be the best they can be.

Over 300 languages are spoken in Greater London, though not essential, the London Fire Brigade welcomes applications from individuals who can speak additional languages.

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

To apply – complete the online application form and outline your experience, skills and knowledge to address the following selection criteria.

1 – The ability to communicate professionally with colleagues and members of the public.

2 – How you have demonstrated your commitment to personal development and learning in current/previous roles or education.

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

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
You will be required to undertake an assessment process and achieve a successful standard at each stage to progress to the next part of the process.

Stage 1

Application form and evidence to address the selection criteria.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2 (from mid/late-February 2022)

Online Simucall assessment (please visit https://www.simucall.com/ to find out more information).
Online verbal reasoning test (please refer to the attached LFB online test information document).

Successful candidates will be invited to stage 3.

Stage 3 (from late-February/early-March 2022)

Interview and role play.

Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment dates, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

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.

Offers of appointment will be subject to a successful medical, reference and other security checks, and if successful you will undertake an intensive, assessment based training course and will have to achieve competence before joining a watch.

Benefits of working for LFB

• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• 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

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.