Post: Sustainability Adviser
Salary: £45,485 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £45,485 – £54,332 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Wednesday 26 February 2025

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).

An opportunity has arisen within the LFB in the role of Sustainability Adviser.

In this role you will be supporting the Sustainable Development team to deliver on key policies and projects covering sustainability, including responsible procurement and scope 3 emissions. This includes producing/collating and analysing information to inform policy and procedure development, performance management and drafting of reports on these areas. Supporting procurers to include Responsible Procurement within contracts to improve the social value gained through our spend and to monitor, audit and increase supplier performance.

You will require experience of responsible procurement and social value and it’s application within the public sector and will need to possess a degree in a relevant sustainability subject plus relevant working experience in sustainability and responsible procurement at a managerial level.

Well developed inter-personal skills are required in order to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal staff, and with representatives of external organisations. Good oral and written communications skills are required to liaise with all levels of a multi-disciplined staff and staff representatives and outside bodies.

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, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

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
Applicants must possess a degree in a relevant sustainability subject plus relevant working experience in sustainability and responsible procurement at a managerial level.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and your qualification in a relevant sustainability subject and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Possess a degree in a relevant sustainability subject plus relevant working experience in sustainability and responsible procurement at a managerial level.
2. Experience of responsible procurement and social value and it’s application within the public sector.
3. Experience of collecting data, maintaining and analysing data for inclusion in papers, reports and projects or presentations.
4. Demonstrate a good knowledge of responsible procurement and social value.
5. Demonstrate a good knowledge of the principles of Sustainable Development and its practical application in relation to environmental improvement and responsible procurement.

Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.

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

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

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place early/mid-March 2025 at the LFB Headquarters.

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

Additional Information
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexi-time Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave)
• Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
• 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 Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) is a vital part of Gloucestershire County Council, delivering community safety and emergency response services across the county. With a revenue budget of £24.7 million, 21 community fire stations, and a dedicated team of wholetime, on-call firefighters, control staff, and support staff.

The Role

We are seeking three Area Manager to join our Strategic Leadership Team, a role that offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of GFRS and deliver transformational change to our service.

Area Manager – People & Organisational Development

Area Manager – Service Delivery

Area Manager – Protection, Health & Safety & Assurance

As an inspirational and forward-thinking leader, you will:

Drive an agenda of improvement to enhance community safety and emergency response services.
Champion our core values and build an empowered, inclusive, and high-performing organisational culture.
Build strong partnerships with stakeholders across the public and private sectors, ensuring a joined-up approach to public services.
Oversee the delivery of efficient, innovative, and outcome-focused services for the people of Gloucestershire.
Lead by example, demonstrating resilience, inclusivity, and the ability to make and support effective decisions at every level.

What You’ll Need

To succeed, you will be an experienced and committed professional with:

Incident Command Level 3 or equivalent, with experience in large-scale, multi-agency incidents.
A proven track record in leading culture change, delivering transformation, and achieving measurable improvements.
Strong financial management skills, with the ability to prioritise resources effectively.
A history of building successful partnerships and working collaboratively across sectors.
Inclusive leadership abilities, fostering a coaching and supportive environment for staff to reach their full potential.
Strategic awareness, with the ability to articulate a clear vision and deliver against organisational objectives.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us and play a key role in shaping the future of Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service. Apply today and become part of an organisation that values integrity, excellence, and empowerment at its core.

Together, we can make Gloucestershire a safer place to live, work, and thrive.

For more information on the role and how to apply, please refer to our candidate information pack here https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/media/fprjqesr/gfrs-area-manager-recruitment-pack-2025-v02.docx

This vacancy is being managed by Dave Etheridge at Fire Knowledge Recruitment. For a discussion about the role, please contact him on dave.etheridge@fireknowledge.co.uk or 07775 827265.

Applications should be submitted in the form of a CV and accompanying impact statement (link to impact statement: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/media/4jgfkxbb/am-impact-statement.doc), sent to dave.etheridge@fireknowledge.co.uk

Post: Fire Safety Business Support Officer
Salary: £42,283 per annum
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £42,283 – £48,412 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Wednesday 26 February 2025

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).

LFB is looking for a Business Support Group Officer to work within the Petroleum & Primary Authority Business Group in this exciting and challenging role. You will be working with Responsible Person(s) to ensure that buildings across London and the country are safe for residents, workers and visitors. You will need to be able to apply the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 within your role.

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

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

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, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

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
• External applicants only – have a current Level 4 fire safety certificate or above.

• Internal applicants only – you will need to pass your stage one development as an Fire Safety Adviser and be able to demonstrate you either have a Level 4 fire safety certificate or currently undertaking the level 4 fire safety certificate course.

• Be good at meeting and communicating with people representing both internal and external stakeholders.

• Want to drive down the risk of fire in the built environment.

• Be self-motivated, able to work independently, meeting with stakeholders, visiting premises on your own and able to manage your own workload.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own work and meeting deadlines and targets with minimal supervision.
2. Effective oral communication and interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with Brigade personnel and members of the public and to negotiate with/persuade outside professionals.
3. Analytical, research and planning skills in order to assess the effectiveness of business engagement activities.
4. An understanding of equality issues and the ways in which best practice could be applied in the context of the duties and responsibilities of the post.

Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.

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

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

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place early/mid-March 2025.

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

Additional Information
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexi-time Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave)
• Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
• 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 Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.

Job Title: Technical Services Workshop Technician  

Contract: Permanent 

Working Hours: 37 hours per week  

Salary: £33,366 – £36,124 per annum 

Location: Fleet Workshops, Lexden* 

Closing date: 2nd March 2025 

The Role 

You will be part of our Technical Services Team reporting to our Technical Services Workshop Manager, working together to ensure the effective day to day running of the Technical Services Workshop.  You must have a full driving licence as you will be required to attend other sites within Essex County Fire and Rescue Service as necessary.  This role is based in our Technical Services Workshop and due to the nature of the role does not support remote working. 

*Please Note: this role is currently based at Lexden with a planned re-location to Service HQ at Kelvedon Park in the future.  

The main duties of the role will include (but not limited to) To assist the Technical Services Workshop Manager with day-to-day work within the Technical Services Workshop, to support Breathing Apparatus related operational capabilities of the ECFRS.  
To assist the Technical Services Workshop Manager with investigations of circumstances leading to critical equipment failures by interrogating information and reporting on equipment failure for managers, Health & Safety department and the HSE under RIDDOR Regulations. 
To undertake repair, service, testing and maintenance to the appropriate BS-EN Standard of life dependant and lifesaving equipment such as Breathing Apparatus sets, Gas Tight Suit, High Pressure Rescue Air Bags and Gas Monitors. 
To carry out face fit testing (Qualitative and Quantitative) to HSE OC 282/28 fit testing of respiratory protective face pieces to all new and existing operational and support personnel. 
To deal with all enquiries regarding BA and associated equipment, then taking appropriate actions as required. These could include Managers, Stakeholders and other Fire Service Departments.  This also may include County Council Directorates, External Contractors, External Clients or Suppliers.  
Positively contribute to a safe work environment ensuring compliance with Health and Safety, Risk Management, Business Continuity and Safeguarding policy and procedure. Protect all personal information in adherence with the Data Protection Act 2018. 

What Are We Looking For? 

You will have a friendly personality who is keen to work for a busy team playing a pivotal role within Essex County Fire & Rescue Service.  We pride ourselves on working closely together to achieve the best outcomes.   

You will need to be efficient with time management ensuring that servicing of critical equipment is carried out within appropriate time frames. Ideally applicants will have an understanding of Breathing Apparatus and compressed air systems.  

Eligibility 

You will have a Level 2/3 standard of education (e.g. GCSE or A level) or equivalent experience. You will have experience of working independently with good analytical skill, analysing and interpreting information to develop solutions and solve problems.   

The successful candidate will be required to undertake any specific training required to carry out the role.  

How to apply  

You will be required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 500 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria of the Person Specification. You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count must not exceed 500 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.  

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications, or a CV) should you wish, though your additional document will only be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications).  

Assessment and selection: 

The assessment and selection approach will be: 

Stage 1  

Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria of the person specification)  

Stage 2  

Role specific panel interview  

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk  

Our Culture and Benefits 

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

You can find out more about our benefits at https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits 

Disability Confident 

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

As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues.  

Our employee forums and partners include:  

Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men’s Forum, and our Women’s Forum. In addition, we also have a female firefighters operational group.  

Further to the above, the Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.  

Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk  

You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk 

You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via https://join.essex-fire.gov.uk   

Safeguarding

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. 
 
It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service. 
 
You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults. 

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

This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. 

People Coordinator – Up to 18 Months Fixed Term Contract

£28,624 per annum + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of People Coordinator.

The People and Coordinator is a key member of the People and Culture team, reporting directly to the People Partner. This role will support the delivery of a positive workplace culture, boosting morale and engagement, and creating an employee experience that promotes the Service as an “Employer of Choice.”

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the People and Culture Department in the implementation of strategies and initiatives that shape our culture, embed our organisational values, behaviours and beliefs and promote effective employee relations.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

As the People Coordinator you will:

• Provide professional administrative assistance across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, training, and development.

• Provide advice and guidance on HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practices.

• Provide appropriate, reliable and timely advice and guidance, carry a personal caseload and cover the workload of the other Co-ordinators as required, and promote cross-functional activities within the wider team.

• Assist in employee relations activities, such as taking minutes in meetings and supporting employee relations activities and processes.

• Assist in the analysis, interpretation and quality assurance of all data and information relating to the HR function.

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

 Working in a HR environment.
 Using relevant people management systems.
 Undertaking administrative work with a strong understanding of People processes and best practice.
 Engaging with key stakeholders at all levels.
 Preparing and producing comprehensive reports.

About our department

The People and Culture Department has recently gone through a significant period of change and is made up of three clearly defined teams that work closely together to provide a comprehensive people offer. These teams include 1). People Systems and Transformation, 2). Employee Relations and Compliance and 3). Culture and Inclusion.

Our aim is to provide an environment where people are aware of what is expected of them and are supported to achieve the required standards and fulfil their potential. We truly value our employees and ensure they have a voice which positively contributes to our cultural growth and supports our aspirations of being an “Employer of Choice”.

The Selection Process

This is a multi-stage assessment process; successful candidates will be progressed to subsequent stages, all candidates will be notified of their outcomes following participation in a given assessment stage.

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline*
Advert closes 25 February 2025 – 12 Noon
Notification of shortlist W/C 24 February 2025
Interview W/C 03 March 2025
*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

Interested in applying?

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words which should demonstrate how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description.

Please submit your supporting statement and equal opportunities monitoring form by no later than 12 noon on 25 February 2025.

Further information about our Service can be found by visiting www.twfire.gov.uk and our various social media channels.

For further information about the role, please contact Gemma White via gemma.white@twfire.gov.uk

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes a standard DBS check, completion of an occupational health medical questionnaire and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service are one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.

As an organisation we are currently rated as ‘Good’ by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services and by recruiting the right individual with the right skills, ability and knowledge, this will ensure our continued success.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees, and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

Our facilities

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters are located in purpose built premises based in Washington, within easy reach of the A1 and A19. On site facilities include a staff gym, ample free parking and canteen facilities.

Key employee benefits

 Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days plus Public Holidays and 3 local days to be used over the Christmas period
 Flexi-time scheme in operation
 Local government pension scheme
 Free on-site parking
 Free on-site gym
 Blue light discount
 Car leasing scheme

Firefighter – Control
£26,852 per annum, rising to £27,970 per annum following completion training

Full Time, 42 hours per week

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service are currently recruiting for a number of Fixed Term Contracts within the Fire Control department.

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is a high performing, innovative and progressive organisation that has high ambitions for the service that it provides to the communities and people of Shropshire.

We currently have two opportunities for a Firefighter – Control post within Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service.

We are looking for individuals to work within a small team dedicated to receiving 999 emergency calls, dispatching and providing support to operational fire crews dealing with emergency incidents. Additional responsibilities of the team include a wide range of technical, operational and administrative duties.

We operate a Flexible-rostering duty system in our Fire Control department, working 2 days and 2 nights followed by 4 rota days. The flexibility arrangement involves coming off shifts when above optimal crewing and working where there are shortages. For more specific details around this please contact Theresa Simmonds, Fire Control Manager, by email to Theresa.Simmonds@shropshirefire.gov.uk

Eligible candidates are required to have:

Good written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Computer literate, with keyboard skills of at least 30 words per minute
Ability to calm and control situations involving emergency calls

Previous experience of emergency call handling is desirable. Interested candidates must have good written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills; be computer literate with keyboard skills of at least 30 words a minute and be able to calm and control situations involving emergency calls.

Successful candidates will undertake 5 weeks training at our Fire Control Training Centre, followed by a further 4 weeks training in post.

Closing date for applications is Monday 24 February 2025. Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 10 March 2025 which will include a typing test and an emergency call handling role play.

The position is currently based at Headquarters, St Michael’s Street, Shrewsbury, with a planned relocation to our Telford site early in 2026.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure Check.

The role includes the following benefits:

Local Government Pension Scheme
Paycare Healthcare Benefits Plan
Occupational Health Services

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to equality and diversity at work. We positively welcome applications from disabled people and minority people who are under-represented in our Service.

Assistant Chief Fire Officer – 2 roles

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

Service Headquarters – Salisbury

Salary: £ 144,362 per annum

The Role:

Our Service is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our communities and staff. As a forward-looking organisation having the right strategic leadership team to set and drive our strategic direction and cultural vision is critical to our future success and sustainability.

We are seeking two Assistant Chief Fire Officers with exceptional judgement, high levels of self-awareness and emotional intelligence, independence of mind who can provide and receive constructive challenge and fresh thinking. They will have a successful track record of leading high performing, inclusive teams, focussed on high standards of service delivery. They will lead change and improvement, inspiring and encouraging others, nurturing an inclusive  and progressive organisational culture, where staff feel safe and supported. They will lead with resilience, integrity, embodying the behaviours set out in our code of ethics.

The Assistant Chief Fire Officers support the Chief Fire Officer in providing strategic leadership and advice to ensure the highest standards of service delivery in accordance with all statutory, legal, and other obligations.  As part of the Strategic Leadership Team the postholders assist the Chief Fire Officer and the Fire and Rescue Authority in developing and delivering the vision, priorities, and objectives.

The postholders will perform operational command at Gold Strategic Command level and attend other emergency operational incidents as required.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Visible Leader: Provide strategic leadership, empowerment and direction for the areas of functional responsibility ensuring effective management, resources, process, and systems to ensure high quality service delivery.

·       Strategic thinker: Develop and oversee the implementation of strategic plans to ensure organisational learning, development and growth. Act as a professional adviser to the Fire and Rescue Authority and the Chief Fire Officer on policy, strategy and operations relating to Fire and Rescue Services.

·       People Focused: Motivate and develop teams to continually support high standards of service delivery championing inclusion, improvement, and transformation. Foster and maintain positive and effective employee relations.

·       Financial management: Support the Chief Fire Officer in managing the overall financial budget and through the effective use of resources.  Lead efforts to achieve value for money and financial savings while identifying opportunities  that will deliver long-term benefits and stability.

·       Cultural development: Actively inspire, lead and drive cultural change initiatives, role modelling and promoting behaviours that reflect our commitment to public service, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

·       Operational excellence: Ensure high standards of operational effectiveness, safety, and responsiveness across all levels of the organisation.

·       Stakeholder engagement: Foster positive and trusting relationships with a wide range of key stakeholders, including local and national government bodies, community groups, and emergency services partners.

·       Innovation and development: Champion new technologies and ways of working that enhance service delivery and workforce capability.

Eligibility criteria

·       Competent Area Manager or above

·       An accomplished incident commander, qualified at level 4- strategic command.

·       Able to meet required fitness and medical standards

If you are a charismatic and driven leader with the skills and passion to make a significant impact, and are excited about shaping our organisation to give the best possible services to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.

How to Apply

Further information about the roles and selection process can be found in the attached recruitment information pack.

When you’re ready to submit your online application, simply click ‘Apply’ below. The deadline for submission of your application is Sunday 2 March 2025 at 23:59.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the vacancies, please contact CFO Andy Cole on 07785118634.

Department: Portfolio & Planning 

Contract type: Permanent 

Salary: £23,000 – £25,000 per annum

Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required) 

Reports To: Head of Prevention 

The Portfolio Management Office (PMO) team’s core purpose is to provide support, guidance, and assurance of the delivery of the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) national programmes and projects by providing specialist expertise, knowledge, and facilitation across the portfolio. The team ensures proper governance procedures are in place and that project/programme methodologies are embedded and adhered to.  

The PMO is also the central point of contact for the Project/Programme Managers, assisting with the management of their projects as well as acting as a critical friend to challenge and scrutinise to ensure that they are adhering to processes and providing information in a timely manner for internal and external reporting to internal boards and the Home Office.  

As Portfolio Co-Ordinator you will be responsible for the administration needs of the Portfolio Office and providing additional ad hoc admin support to Programme teams. 

You will be responsible for dairy management and event organisation for the PMO for workshops and training sessions, this will involve booking travel and accommodation. 

The post-holder will provide support to the Head of Portfolio and Planning with secretariat support, providing support with the PMO reporting and monitoring function to all programmes and Portfolio administrative tasks. 

Key responsibilities: 

Provide direct secretarial support to Head of Portfolio and Planning including drafting of correspondence, diary management and co-ordination, administrative tasks. 

Co-ordinate and organise meetings, workshops and events including the arrangement of venues, travel and accommodation, where appropriate. For portfolio and programme level.  

Assist with creating and facilitating masterclasses and workshops for the wider portfolio team. 

Attend programme and project meetings and support them by preparing and circulating report packs, taking minutes, logging decisions and actions and tracking the completion of agreed actions. 

Preparing necessary presentation materials for meetings.

Lead on the co-ordination of the forward planner and scheduling in business case submissions.

Act as liaison and first point of contact via the PMO inbox and provide signposting to relevant colleagues within NFCC who can respond to queries raised.

Be responsible for raising Purchase Orders (PO) forms.  

Research and compiling data for portfolio and projects ad-hoc, liaising with key stakeholders internal and external. 

Managing documents and files in the SharePoint environment ensuring the Information Management framework is implemented. 

The successful candidate will: 

Have a keen understanding and use of o365, SharePoint and Microsoft Suite, Excel and Word in particular. 

Be able to demonstrate high levels of literacy, numeracy, accuracy, communication and writing skills with a strong attention to detail. 

You have experience working in an admin function. 

You have excellent time management skills. 

You establish effective relationships with senior stakeholders within the organisation and develop a deep knowledge and understanding of your business area. 

You have the ability to apply reasoning and knowledge to decision-making and solving problems. 

You are confident working alone or as part of a wider team. 

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you would be interested in; please have a look at the Job Description on the NFCC website and apply. 

How to apply: 

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button on the NFCC website. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position. 

If you experience any difficulty completing our application form, or have any queries regarding the role, please contact recruitment@nfcc.org.uk. 

Closing Date – 25 February 2025 with interviews being conducted on the 3 March 2025. 

PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS. 

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post. 

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive. 

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.