Fire Crime Unit Practitioner

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Community Safety and Partnerships dept. as a Fire Crime Unit Practitioner based at South Wales Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters Llantrisant, CF72 8LX.

As a Fire Crime Unit Practitioner the successful candidate will be driven in proactively working in collaboration with both internal and external partners to help reduce the number of Arson and Anti-Social Behaviour related incidents and provide support to victims of domestic abuse and violence (through threats of arson) within the SWFRS’ area.

This role involves frequent travel between sites throughout South Wales, often in service vehicles, therefore the successful candidate for this role must hold a full valid UK Driving License and meet internal driving standards.

Essential criteria to be considered for the role includes, a strong ability to problem solve, experience of working with both vulnerable people in the community and alongside partner agencies paired with the ability to work in full compliance within organisational policies.

An enhanced DBS and Police Check will be carried out prior to appointment.

HR Administrator

HR Administrator

Job Number: NU085

Hours: 14 hours and 48 minutes per week

Salary: from £18,795 (Pro Rata)

(All posts will be subject to job evaluation)

South Wales Fire & Rescue Service is seeking to appoint an organised and proactive person to undertake the administrative duties within its busy Employee Relations team.

The HR Administrator post is based at our Headquarters in Llantrisant.

Welsh language skills are desirable, but not essential for the role.

More details in relation to this position and the role of the Employee Relations Team can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification. For more information, you are invited to contact Gillian Goss, HR Manager, Employee Relations (g-goss@southwales-fire.gov.uk).

We are a family friendly organisation and a flexible working system is in operation. The Service is open to discussion regarding how the 14 hours and 48 minutes associated with this role can be covered.

Administrative Assistant – Training

Administrative Assistant – Training

A vacancy for an Administrative Assistant has arisen within the Central Staffing Training Department of the Operations Directorate, at Fire Service Headquarters.

Post No: NU006

18.5 hours per week

Salary: £18,453 – £19,621 Pro rata

(All posts will be subject to job evaluation)

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the nomination of Station based personnel and the administration of the delivery of training for the Operations Department. The role will include co-ordinating all training activities and liaising directly with the Training & Development Department. The post holder will be required to collate and appropriately store data, maintain information systems and provide statistical data returns.

This role will be based at our Llantrisant, Headquarters and is 18.5 hours per week. Monday full day, Wednesday afternoon and Thursday full day.

Candidates must have proven experience of working in an administrative role, including evidenced experience of using Microsoft Office applications.

A flexible approach as well as excellent organisational skills, and attention to detail are important for this post.

Applications are invited from candidates who meet the required criteria set out in the Person Specification.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 8th September, 2020 at 12:00 Midday.

An application pack, including the Person Specification and Job Description, can be downloaded from the Current Vacancies Section on the South Wales Fire & Rescue Service Website: www.southwales-fire.gov.uk

Please quote the Reference Number of this vacancy.

Completed application forms should be returned via e mail to: personnel@southwales-fire.gov.uk

SWFRS believes in the real value of having a diverse workforce and we proactively want to encourage applicants from all sectors of our community to apply.

Area Manager

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service is inviting applications from talented and inspirational individuals to join us as Area Manager, and become a valuable part of our continuous development into an Outstanding Service.

Location: Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters, Fulwood, Preston.

Salary: £65,163.60 – £71,478 (incudes 20% flexi duty allowance)

Working Arrangements: Flexible Duty System

Do you have what we’re looking for? If you are a competent Group Manager, with the innovation, drive and commitment to contribute to our long-term vision, ensuring we continue to deliver efficient, quality services to the residents of Lancashire, then don’t miss out on this great opportunity to apply to join the team.

Applicants must be prepared to serve in any of our Area Manager posts.  If you want more information, our Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Ben Norman, will be very happy to provide interested candidates with some of the detail around our Area Manager roles.  Please contact Ben on 01772 866801.

Shortlisted applicants who have not already done so will be required to undertake a series of assessments, including informal interview, ability testing and operational assessment during w/c 12 October 2020, with final interviews being held on 2 November 2020.

Candidates need to demonstrate they meet the required standard in English and Maths by demonstrating they hold a GCSE in maths and English Language A-C or a Level 2 qualification in numeracy and literacy or equivalent, or reach the required standards in on-line assessments.

All applicants will be required to complete an application form detailing how they meet elements of the employee specification.  References will also be requested from line managers.

The Closing Date is 20 September 2020 at 12 Noon.  Late application forms cannot be accepted.

Diversity matters at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service – we want to attract the broadest range of people to work with us and the more diverse the workforce, the better able we are to serve our community.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, social background, religion and/or belief or age.  We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

Fire Safety Inspecting Officer – Watch Manager A

This is an exciting opportunity for outstanding professionals to join our Protection Team undertaking the role of Fire Safety Inspecting Officer, Watch Manager A, in Lancashire Fire and Rescue.

Location: Various locations across Lancashire

Position and Grade: Watch Manager Rate as applicable

Duty System: Day Duty, a flexitime scheme is also in operation

Closing Date: 12 noon, 12 September 2020

As Fire Safety Inspecting Officer – Watch Manager A, you will be required to inspect premises in accordance with Service policy to enforce relevant fire safety legislation and also provide fire safety and fire risk assessment advice, and guidance. You will be building and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues across the Service and with Building Control bodies, Local Authorities and other regulatory agencies as well as taking an active part in transforming our Fire Protection Services as we continue to adapt to forthcoming changes in fire safety regulations.

We are looking for people who care deeply about Fire Safety and protecting the people of Lancashire and understand the current and forthcoming regulatory frameworks.

The role is open to applications from existing competent wholetime Crew Managers, Business Safety Advisors and competent wholetime Watch Managers As a minimum you must hold a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety.

We offer comprehensive development, a professional promotion route within Fire Safety, and a flexi-time scheme is in operation.

Please note: Further to successful appointment within Fire Safety and wanting to transfer into an operational role, Watch Managers are required to complete two years in current role (within Fire Safety) and apply via the Services Promotion Board process which includes successfully completing the operational assessment ‘Safe to Command/ICL1’ and a Fit to Ride process.

The closing date is 12 noon, 12 September 2020. We anticipate interviews to take place on 25 and 29 September 2020.

Diversity matters at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service – we want to attract the broadest range of people to work with us and the more diverse the workforce, the better able we are to serve our community.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, social background, religion and/or belief or age.  We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

This post has been advertised internally and externally.

Fire Safety Inspecting Officer

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding professional to undertake the role of Fire Safety Inspecting Officer in the Lancashire Fire & Rescue Protection Team. Green Book Terms and Conditions.

Location:

Various across Lancashire

Position and Grade:

Scale 6, SCP 18-25, £24,313 – £28,785 (Full time)
Scale 6, SCP 18-25, £12,073 – £14,293 (Part time)

Working Arrangements:

1 x Full-time post – 36.25 hours per week
1 x Part-time post – 18 hours per week

A flexitime scheme is in operation

Closing date:

12 noon, 12 September 2020

As Fire Safety Inspecting Officer you will be required to inspect premises in accordance with Service policy to enforce relevant fire safety legislation and also provide fire safety and fire risk assessment advice, and guidance. You will be building and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues across the Service and with Building Control bodies, Local Authorities and other regulatory agencies as well as taking an active part in transforming our Fire Protection services as we continue to adapt to forthcoming changes in fire safety regulations.

We are looking for people who care deeply about Fire Safety and protecting the people of Lancashire and understand the current and forthcoming regulatory frameworks.

You must have achieved or be working towards a Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety or other equivalent technical qualifications or appropriate equivalent experience in fire protection.  Identified as a workplace with an outstanding workplace culture, we offer comprehensive development, free car parking, a Local Government Pension Scheme, access to work place gym facilities and flexi-time.

The closing date is 12 noon, 12 September 2020. We anticipate interviews to take place on 25 September 2020.

Diversity matters at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service – we want to attract the broadest range of people to work with us and the more diverse the workforce, the better able we are to serve our community.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, social background, religion and/or belief or age.  We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

This post has been advertised internally and externally.

Recruitment Team Manager

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) has a new opportunity for a Recruitment Team Manager to join the Recruitment Team based at the Service Headquarters in Huntingdon. *Please note that due to COVID-19 restrictions the successful applicant will be required to work from home initially.

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service is one of the best fire and rescue services in the country. In our recent inspection by Her Majestys Inspectorate for Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) CFRS was noted as good, specifically around promoting the right values and culture, getting the right people with the right skills, ensuring fairness and promoting diversity and managing performance and developing leaders.

The Recruitment Team Manager will be responsible for:

  • The team management of two Recruitment Assistants and one On-call Recruitment Officer, ensuring regular communication with the team including setting objectives and reviewing performance through regular one-to-one meetings and via the Services annual appraisal process.
  • Monitoring the recruitment budget, and be responsible for ensuring that expenditure on recruitment is appropriate, within budget and represents value for money.
  • The delivery of recruitment/ promotion activities, working with stakeholders throughout the Service in relation to recruitment of new, and the promotion of existing, wholetime, on-call and all other Fire and Rescue staff, whether on a permanent, temporary, contractor or agency basis.
  • Providing professional advice and guidance to managers on appropriate advertising for different roles, selection procedures and be involved with interviewing and assessing as appropriate.
  • Working on corporate projects as required, proving input and expertise on matters relating to recruitment and selection as required.

The recruiting manager is keen to recruit someone who is:

  • Self-motivated and genuinely enthusiastic about recruitment and selection.
  • An articulate and effective communicator, able to present and explain issues verbally and in writing.
  • Able to develop constructive working relationships with all employee groups and relevant external contacts.

What can Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service offer you?

  • Exposure to a range of departments across the Service
  • Access to family friendly policies including flexible/ agile working
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to Health Shield health cash plan
  • Eligible to apply for Blue Light Card and Rewards for Rescue

How to apply
Please see below the recruitment pack and application form. The recruitment pack contains the terms and conditions, job description and person specification for the role, as well as other important information.

Important dates
Closing date: 06 September at 17:00
Interview: All successful candidates will be required to attend an interview and testing. Date is to be confirmed.

People Partner

We are looking a People Partner to join our People Team. The recruiting manager is looking for someone who is self-motivated and enthusiastic towards HR/people practice as well as commitment and a positive approach to work.

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is one of the best fire and rescue services in the country. In our recent inspection by Her Majestys Inspectorate for Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) CFRS was noted as good, specifically around promoting the right values and culture, getting the right people with the right skills, ensuring fairness and promoting diversity and managing performance and developing leaders.

The successful applicant will be working with two other People Partners and each of the roles will partner with leaders in specific geographical areas, broken down into North, Central and South of Cambridgeshire. Each broken down area will consist of designated stations, groups and support functions to which you will be responsible for the coaching, supporting and advising amongst other key duties.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • The South of Cambridgeshire – this includes the areas of Cambridge Fire Station, Sawston Fire Station etc)
  • Delivering a professional, high quality, value adding and people focussed service to leaders at an operational level.
  • Coaching and influencing managers from a people perspective, developing their people management and leadership skills.
  • Please take a look at our recruitment pack for further information on main duties and accountabilities.

Whats in it for you?

  • Family friendly policies – including flexible working
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health Shield – Health Cash Plan
  • Access to Blue Light Discount
  • 30 hour working week spread over 4 days, this must include working a Friday.

Think its for you?

Please find below the application form and recruitment pack. The recruitment pack contains the terms and conditions, job description and person specification for the role, as well as other important information.

Recruitment process:

All successful applicants will be invited to attend a 2 stage interview and assessment process.

First stage (interview and role play exercise held virtually) 17 September 2020
Second stage (Values based interview held at Wyboston Lakes) 22 September 2020
Please note if you are unsuccessful at the first stage you will not be required to attend the second stage.

Closing date for all applications is 06 September 2020 @ 17:00, any applications submitted after this time will not be considered.

Recruitment Assistant

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is one of the best fire and rescue services in the country. In our recent inspection by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate for Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) CFRS was noted as good, specifically around promoting the right values and culture, getting the right people with the right skills, ensuring fairness and promoting diversity and managing performance and developing leaders.

The Service has a new opportunity for a Recruitment Assistant to join the Recruitment Team based at the Service Headquarters in Huntingdon. *Please note that due to COVID-19 restrictions the successful applicant will be required to work from home initially.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • The recruitment of all Professional Support and Fire Control staff, as well as any specific recruitment / promotion campaigns as agreed.
  • Providing professional advice and guidance to managers on appropriate advertising for different roles, selection procedures and be involved in interviewing and assessing as appropriate.
  • Working with the Recruitment Team Manager to ensure that recruitment / promotion activities meet organisational needs, operate within legislative requirements and reflect the on-going development of recruitment and selection best practice.
  • Accurately record, store, analyse, retrieve and supply information relating to recruitment and selection processes, in accordance with Service policy, legal requirements and best practice.
  • Work on departmental projects as agreed with the Recruitment Team Manager, supporting the continual improvement of the recruitment service provided to the business.
  • Organise and administer / host information events and assessment centres as required.
    Respond to enquiries into the department from managers, staff and members of the public in a professional manner, ensuring that accurate and timely advice is provided.

The recruiting manager is keen to recruit someone who:

Has the ability to develop effective working relationships
Is able to communicate in a friendly, open and constructive manner
Is able to motivate self and others
Has a clear passion of working within recruitment

What’s in it for you?

Access to career and personal development
Access to family friendly policies including flexible working
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Access to Health Shield Health Cash Plan
Access to Blue Light Card discount

How to apply?

Please find below the application form and recruitment pack. The recruitment pack contains the terms and conditions, job description and person specification for the role, as well as other important information.

All successful candidates will be required to attend interview and testing on the 22nd September 2020.

Closing Date : 06th September 2020 at 17:00 hrs

On-Call Firefighters

We are recruiting for individuals to join as On-Call Firefighters, and have vacancies at all of our On-Call stations. 

On-Call Firefighters provide a range of fire and rescue service roles; these include working at open days, carrying out work with their local communities and acting as an ambassador for the fire service, as well as responding to emergency calls.

At BFRS an On-Call Firefighter can come from any walk of life – our crews already include homemakers, shopkeepers, builders, farmers, office workers and directors of companies, together with people who are not currently employed in other roles. They work closely with the community to increase their level of awareness and to help prevent incidents from occurring in the first place.

To be considered as an On-Call Firefighter you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old by the start date
  • Hold a full UK driving licence (must have passed the driving test by completion of your application)

Additionally, we look for candidates who demonstrate:

  • 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

Find out more about the role, the training provided to successful applicants, the benefits you will receive and how to apply.Â