Chief Fire Officer

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

Service Headquarters – Salisbury

The Role:

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

We are seeking a leader with exceptional judgement, high levels of self-awareness, emotional intelligence and independence of mind who can provide and receive constructive challenge and fresh thinking. You will have a successful track record of leading transformative change with the ability to inspire and encourage others combined with resilience and integrity.Your leadership will be crucial in nurturing an inclusive and progressive organisational culture, where staff feel safe and supported and behaviours align with our core values set out in our code of ethics.

As the Chief Fire Officer, you will be responsible to the Fire and Rescue Authority for the strategic delivery of our Community Safety Plan, overseeing operations, and ensuring financial sustainability. You will work within the scheme of delegation, maintaining a working relationship with the Chair and the Authority. You will be required to provide strategic operational cover and live within the Service Area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visible Leader: Support, engage, empower and motivate others both within the organisation and externally.
• Strategic thinker: Develop and oversee the implementation of strategic plans to ensure organisational learning, development and growth.
• Financial management: Lead efforts to achieve value for money and financial savings while identifying opportunities that will deliver long-term benefits and stability.
• Cultural development: Inspire and lead 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 Chief Fire Officer, Deputy Chief Fire Officer, or Assistant Chief Fire Officer.
• 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

To receive the recruitment information pack, please submit your CV (maximum 2 pages), setting out your work history, role responsibilities and confirmation of the eligibility criteria to ExecutiveSupport@dwfire.org.uk. You will then be sent the Recruitment Information Pack following which you can apply and submit your application form through our E Recruitment system.

Benefits

Role: Service Delivery Hub Manager – Group Manager

Salary and Grade:

Group Manager B:  £55,953 – £62,028 per annum plus 20% Flexible Duty Allowance.

Location – Various Stations

Lease Car Scheme

Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

Excellent health care support through Benenden and additional support through our Occupational Health provider, Movement Specialist and Fitness and Health Adviser

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is a progressive and community-focused organisation that works as one team to deliver services to the people of Berkshire. We have an engaged and dedicated team of some 700 diverse and talented individuals, an inclusive culture as well as a commitment to the training, development and wellbeing of our people.

We are seeking dynamic, adaptable and forward-thinking individual to join our team as a Hub Manager leading one of our Service Delivery Hubs with responsibility for the delivery of frontline services across Prevention, Protection and Response. This is a critical role and a great opportunity to work for a public service provider with a progressive culture that invests in the training, development and wellbeing of its employees.

About you:

​​​​​​​You will be motivated, forward-thinking and looking for an opportunity to lead and develop within RBFRS. You will be able to maintain effective working relationships by acting with integrity and operating with credibility. You will seek opportunities to lead continuous improvement and change initiatives within your areas of responsibility. You’ll be:

·         People focused, with proven ability to lead teams inspiring high performance

·         Able to drive forward change in a complex and dynamic organisation

·         Passionate in improving and delivering services to our communities

·         Have a good understanding of local and national issues affecting the sector.

Key role requirements for a Group Manager:

·         Confident, inspiring and effective team leader

·         Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

·         Innovative thinking and openness to change

·         Excellent communication skills across a range of stakeholders

·         Evidence of continual professional development

For details of the key role specific requirements please see the Job Profile

Eligibility

Applications will be accepted from Group Managers, Station Managers or Competent Watch Managers in receipt of CPD, with evidence of acquisition of knowledge and understanding relating to people and process management. Competent in ICS L2 with relevant / ongoing incident command experience / organisational assurance and provide evidence of this qualification.

You will need to successfully acquire L3 Advanced Incident Command qualification (Skills for Justice Awards – Fire) within 6 months of appointment, as appropriate.

You will be required to pass a relevant medical assessment as appropriate, and a fitness test (or evidence of recent pass may be acceptable – subject to checks).

Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for this position please click Apply now

Stage One:

Please submit a CV and a supporting statement (restricted to 2000 words) detailing how your behaviours, knowledge, skills and experience meet the job profile / person specification for the role.

Closing date for Applications is 10:00am on Friday, 27 September 2024

Stage Two:

Applicants will be assessed for suitability for the role by means of a role specific selection process including but not limited to a behavioural and competency based interview.

Please note, you will only be shortlisted on information you provide in the supporting statement and CV. If we receive more interest than interviews we can facilitate, we will look to take the top scoring candidates through to the interview stage.

Please see the task instruction and presentation template (optional use) for the process. Task details have been provided ahead of time to facilitate preparation. If shortlisted, you will be required to present prior to your interview.

You must submit any documentation by 10:00am on Monday, 7 October. If you are shortlisted this should be sent via email to Recruitment@rbfrs.co.uk.

For further details about the role, please contact Tom Brandon, Head of Response and Resilience brandont@rbfrs.co.uk  or to discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Ellece Ott, Resourcing Advisor at otte@rbfrs.co.uk

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run from the 7 to 18 October 2024.

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

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behavioural Competency Framework as attached.

The Behavioural Competency Framework allows us to easily identify the behaviours that drive successful performance and enables us to deliver an effective service. The behaviours detailed within the job profile will be assessed throughout the selection process.

Disclosure and Barring Service

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, that is appropriate to the role applied for.

Rechecks will be required in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Statement.

Please view our privacy notice via this link Applicant Privacy Statement

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, your diversity and your dignity.  All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Simply: The communities we serve are varied and diverse, we should be too.

Applications are welcome for job-share or part time arrangements please enquire on application.

All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Leader – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview if you choose to opt into the Disability Confident Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

To find out more: https://www.rbfrs.co.uk/your-service/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue (LFR) are looking for a dedicated and experienced Health and Safety Manager to join our risk management team.

You will have a NEBOSH diploma (or equivalent) and your expertise in health and safety will contribute to protecting the public and ensuring the wellbeing of our workforce.

he Health and Safety Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring a safe and healthy working environment for all staff within the service. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations.

You will also investigate accidents and incidents thoroughly, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Additionally, you will provide comprehensive health and safety training and education to staff at all levels, fostering a culture of safety and awareness.

 You will collaborate with operational colleagues to ensure that risk assessments are suitable and sufficient for activities during training and at incidents. You will also advise and support senior management on health and safety matters, providing expert guidance and recommendations to enhance the overall safety performance of the service.

As a PPE and Systems Officer in the Assets Department you will:

·       Be responsible for providing and managing the Service wide PPE function to minimise operational impact. This includes the issue of a wide range of PPE, stock management (Agresso, Asset Management System), contract management and project support as well as working with the Supplies Manager to implement new working practices.

·       Act as the main point of contact for internal staff for the Online Supplies Catalogue, manage the Services laundry contract and assist with overall budget management within the PPE and Supplies remit.

·       Manage the Respiratory Protection Equipment (RPE) programme, be responsible for the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of PPE items and ensure the asset management database and records are maintained.

What makes you our ideal PPE and Systems Officer:

·       You will meet the essential criteria as listed on the person specification.

·       You will have an IOSH Managing Safely Certificate or willingness to work towards this / demonstrable equivalent level experience in a PPE environment.

·       You will have a valid in date Category C Driving Licence.

·       You will have previous experience of working within the guidelines of the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992.

·       You will have working knowledge of H&S legislation and its application specific to PPE within a Supplies environment.

·       You will have experience of developing and managing systems and processes.

·       You will have proven experience of building and maintaining working relationships with a wide range of contacts, both internal and external.

We have a fantastic opportunity available in the National Resilience (USAR) Team as a permanent Watch Manager – National Resilience Trainer based at Station 60 – USAR, Service Headquarters.

About the role:

As our Watch Manager – National Resilience Trainer you will provide National Resilience Acquisition and Development Training in accordance with both Service and National Resilience Policy, process and standards across all National Resilience capabilities. You will also provide operational support and resilience to Station 60 – USAR.

From 1 April, we have implemented development rates of pay for new individuals moving into a development or an acting up role. These pay rates are set out by the National Joint Council.

This role attracts a 12% Training Allowance.

Key responsibilities of the Watch Manager – National Resilience Trainer role:

Contribute towards the achievement of departmental and Service objectives within a framework of policies, processes and National Occupational Standards.
Develop or periodically review training policies and strategies as required.
Develop training courses, course material and training documentation for all National Resilience equipment and procedures necessary to meet the Services IRMP requirements.
Plan, administer and deliver training within the guidance and standards indicated by the relevant training strategies and implementation plans.
Actively promote the Service’s core values and policies on health, safety, and equality and diversity and ensure they are fully implemented and embedded.
Maintain timely and accurate recording of training data to meet management information needs.
Attend regional meetings / seminars as required and prepare specialist reports to feedback to training and other departments.
Acquire and maintain all qualifications as required by Service policy.
Undertake personal development to obtain relevant teaching qualifications.
Conduct regular assessments of trainees competencies to perform the various roles required at a National Resilience Incident.
Attend such operational incidents and take command as directed or provide specialised or logistical support.
Find out more:
What we are looking for in our Watch Manager – National Resilience Trainer:

Sound operational knowledge and experience and an appreciation of the dynamic environment in which the Special Operations Team operates and all other National Resilience assets.
Ability / potential to command an incident commensurate with the role of Watch Manager.
Proven ability in implementing policy and clear awareness and commitment to Service objectives.
Ability to set targets and meet deadlines.
Leadership and motivational skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility and adaptability – provision of extended periods of operational response in respect of major incidents inside and outside of the Service’s geographic area, willing to work additional hours to meet the needs of the Service.
Able to work at extreme heights and in confined spaces.
Eligibility Criteria:

Be a competent Crew Manager
Be a fully competent USAR Technician
Operationally experienced in the following:Telehandler Driver / Operator
Bobcat Driver / Operator
MTA Specialist Responder
HVP Operator
Mass decontamination and ELS
Have good leadership skills
Not subject to any formal performance improvement actions, nor have any disciplinary sanctions.
Closing Date: 2359 hours Sunday 22 September 2024.

For more information regarding this position, please contact SM Rich Harling via rharling@dsfire.gov.uk.

How to apply:
If you are interested in this position you will need to complete the application form via the link below, which will include a personal impact statement. The personal impact statement relates to each of the four quadrants of the NFCC Leadership Framework as well as operational and professional expertise. Your impact statement should focus on demonstrating your impact at the ‘Leading Others’ level.

You will also need to detail how you meet the following essential requirements of the role:

Experience working in the field of specialist rescue and / or National Resilience.
Sound operational knowledge and experience and an appreciation of the dynamic environment in which the Special Operations Team operates and all other National Resilience assets.
Ability / potential to command an incident commensurate with the role of Watch Manager.
Ability in providing guidance on Service policy and procedure.
Ability to manage resources efficiently, plan activities to match the skill requirements of others.
Good understanding of a USAR Co-ordination Cell and the roles and responsibilities undertaken within it.
The information you provide in the personal impact statement, along with the detail of how you meet the above requirements, will be used to shortlist your application.

Our values
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy.

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and reprimands.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and appropriate response.

As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
We are working together
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve and aspire for tis to be reflected within our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experiences and beliefs, who share our values, to consider working for us.

Closing Date: Noon, 13 Sept 2024

Salary: CM Dev £40,041 rising to CM Comp £41,767 (WDS)

[July 2024 payscale]

The Service aims to establish a talent pool of high calibre individuals ready for appointment to Crew Commander vacancies expected to arise over the next 6-12 months.  If you are looking for a leadership opportunity, join us to play a vital role building upon our successes to date and striving to deliver on our Mission working together to keep Bedfordshire safe.

Those successful in the Supervisory Manager promotion gateway will be eligible for appointments to substantive Crew Commander vacancies arising, for Whole Time Duty System and Retained Duty System (as applicable).  The gateway will also be used to identify opportunities to support personal development, as the Service progresses a structured approach for effective talent management and development pathways.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is made up of an engaged and dedicated team of around 600 talented and diverse individuals.  Our employees are our greatest asset and without them, we couldn’t achieve all we do for the communities of Bedfordshire. We continue to invest in ensuring we have an agile, motivated and highly capable workforce, reflective of the diverse communities we serve.

There has been significant investment in the County recently, and Bedfordshire has undergone significant expansion in terms of housing, and industrial and commercial sites. Our challenge is to align our resources to support this exciting growth and continue to keep our communities safe.

Beyond our fire service duties, we are proud to say we offer much more to our communities. As part of our blue light collaboration strategic partnership we are working with Bedfordshire Police and The East of England Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST) on a number of projects. These include supporting EEAST in responding to medical emergencies and non-emergency falls patients and assisting Bedfordshire Police with searches for vulnerable missing persons and much more. We are also delighted to have launched a new Technical Support Unit, based at Dunstable Fire Station, providing the complex patient rescue capability for EEAST – the first of its kind in the country.

About the role

You will assist in the supervisory management of:

·         the designated Watch/Section, providing leadership for, and assisting in, coordinating the activities of crews and managing the day to use of allocated station resources to ensure effective delivery of protection, prevention and emergency incident response services to the community so as to save and protect life, property and the environment.

You will demonstrate excellent leadership qualities that align with the NFCC Leadership Framework, our Service behaviours and also our Service Values:

·         We are Accountable

·         We’ve got your Back

·         Every Contact counts

·         We Dare to be Different.

Successful candidates will be dynamic, and able to demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.  They will have the ability to motivate and empower others to both understand and deliver on our objectives.  They will also foster an inclusive working environment.

The operational shift pattern for Wholetime is a 24 hour on-duty shift followed by 72 hours off.

Eligibility

We welcome applications to join Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service from those currently serving within a UK Fire Authority as a

·         Substantive and Competent Firefighter on Wholetime Duty System holding valid certified Incident Command Level 1 qualification for entry to CC Talent Pool (External applicants)

The IFE paper requirements for entry to the Crew Manager Talent Pool are IFE Level 3 Certificate Units 2,3 & 4.  Whilst candidates (WDS) are not required to hold relevant IFE papers at the point of application, attainment of these papers is essential for entry to the Crew Commander talent pool.

Subject to success at all stages of the gateway process, and achievement of the required IFE examinations, and Incident Command Level 1 assessment, candidates will be able to progress to the talent pool this cycle.  Internal applicants that are successful at the gateway will be eligible for consideration for temporary Crew Commander role only, if pending any IFE required papers.

Candidates who have a live disciplinary sanction for either Attendance or Conduct at the time of the application closing date will not normally be eligible to engage in the selection process.  Candidates pending the outcome of a disciplinary matter will not normally be eligible to enter the talent pool until the outcome is known.  (Exceptions may be made in instances where extenuating circumstances apply).

To Apply

Applicants will need to complete the relevant application form, with supporting statement. This will enable you to demonstrate how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification.

The Selection Process

All potential candidates will have the opportunity to join an engagement forum hosted by our Chief Fire Officer, Andrew Hopkinson, and Principal Officers to discuss what we have to offer.

Candidates successful at shortlist will be invited to attend a selection process. This will include an assessment stage and an interview stage, as follows:

Crew Manager Gateway
Case Study, Role Play and Crew Manager Interview

Applicants will be offered the option to indicate on their application form whether they would like to be considered for an accelerated pathway.  (This may, subject to their performance at the gateway, enable them to be offered additional development opportunities on appointment to a Crew Commander role, and the option to undertake the assessments leading to entry to the next level up talent pool within 12 months).

Candidates successful at all elements of the process, including relevant IFE papers, and Incident Command assessment will enter a talent pool, eligible for consideration for Crew Commander posts as they arise.

Applicants will be required to successfully complete an Incident Command L1 assessment prior to appointment.  Internal applicants holding a valid Incident Command Level 1 Skills Certificate will not be required to retake this element as part of the gateway process, however will be expected to maintain their revalidation.

Successful candidates will be required to serve at any location in the Service and to gain pre-employment clearances, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and pass a Service Medical and Fitness Test before appointment will be offered.

Those successful will be required to undertake a probationary period of 6 months and will also be required on promotion to satisfactorily complete the Crew Commander Development Programme.

An application form, and full details can be obtained from the Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service website, where the gateway process will be published under the Careers section:

https://www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/promotion-gateways

Completed application forms should be returned to Juliet Ormerod, Assessment & Selection Co-ordinator via email: Juliet.Ormerod@bedsfire.gov.uk.

Closing date:  Noon, 13 September 2024

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

At Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, we’re not all the same. And that’s our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we’ve experienced, and how we think. Because to provide a service that serves everyone, we believe in including everyone.

Be bold, be unique, be you, dare to be different!

TIMETABLE

Engagement Forum & Support Session(s)
11.30 6 Sept 2024 (provisional)

via TEAMs

09.30 – 11.00 13 Sept 2024

10.00 – 11.30 17 Sept 2024

Closing Date Noon, 13 Sept 2024

Shortlisting: w/c 16 Sept 2024

Assessment and Interview Stage Case Study, Role Play and Interview: (provisional dates) 26 and 27 Sept 2024

Incident Command Level 1 Assessment: Prior to appointment

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, Job Share

Job Function: Finance

Location: Fire Service Headquarters, Birkenshaw, BD11 2DY / working remotely

Closing Date: 22nd September 2024

Salary: £30,296 – £31,364 (Pay award pending)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the country’s leading Fire and Rescue Services, to become part of a team where everyone plays their part in making West Yorkshire Safer. 

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just five metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting circa. 900 firefighters who work round the clock to help people and save lives. 

We are changing the way our Finance Department works so that we can achieve the very best for our colleagues, customers and communities and we are looking for an Accounts Officer to help us achieve our ambitions. You will join a supportive team that has a collaborative ethos and clear direction.

Your role

You will be working in a busy Finance department, assisting the Finance Manager to lead and manage the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. You will provide excellent customer service and be a key point of reference for information and procedural advice and queries for both internal and external stakeholders. You will also be working on transformational change initiatives for the finance team to create more efficient and productive ways of working.

What you will need 

To be successful in the role you will need

·         Good communication skills including a polite and confident telephone manner.

·         Good numeracy and computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel).

·         Staff management experience.

·         The ability to plan and organise daily work activities.

What we offer

We offer an excellent package, including Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking, 37 hour flexible working week, an employee assistance programme, training and development, sports and social clubs with free use of gym. 

Our flexible working arrangements include hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices during your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.  

We are a caring organisation, promote an environment of inclusivity and learning and welcome people from all walks of life – just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork. 

If you can meet this challenge, we want to hear from you!

For further details of this and all our vacancies and to apply online please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 22nd September 2024.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially & ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.