Do you have a current, technical understanding of Fire Service Control Systems? We are seeking a dedicated Control Manager to lead our dynamic team. If you want to utilise your expertise in modern control systems to ensure seamless operations and emergency response – we would love to hear from you!

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue (LFR) is committed to supporting the development and progression of all staff and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to performance and promotion. At Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and ideas drives innovation and strengthens our ability to work together for safer communities. 

We are welcoming applications from anyone who meets the criteria as detailed below, including both internal and external candidates. It is for Station Managers (Control) wishing to transfer and Watch Managers (Control) looking for promotion.

About you: 

Eligibility Criteria 

Essential:

·       Substantive and fully competent Control Watch or Station Manager

·       No active or pending disciplinary action/live sanctions  

·       No current or pending capability plans including documented informal management action outside the formal meetings covered in LCC policy  

·       Full driving licence

Desirable:

·       IFE Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management (old L4C Unit 5)  or  ILM Level 4 Leadership and Management, or equivalent  

Please ensure you clearly demonstrate in the application form how you meet the eligibility criteria. 

About the process: 

The station manager selection process involves the following elements:  

A written report: topic and instructions provided following successful application. To be completed and submitted prior to the assessment day.  

A presentation: The instructions for the presentation element will be provided on the assessment day. The delivery of the presentation element will be on the assessment day. 

An interview with a panel: Conducted on the assessment day.  

Further details on these elements will be provided to those individuals who’s application is successful. All applicants invited into the selection process will be required to complete all elements – evidence from prior processes will not be accepted.

Post: Mechanical and Electrical Project Manager
Salary: £52,242.00 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £52,242.00 – £67,836.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 2 August 2024 at 16:00 GMT

An exciting vacancy has arisen in the London Fire Brigade (LFB) for a mechanical and electrical project manager within the Property Services Department.

The successful candidate will join the Project Delivery Team based at the LFB Headquarters at 169 Union Street, London SE1 0LL. They will be responsible for a package of allocated projects (normally ranging from £100k to £2M) at various fire stations, offices and other ancillary facilities within the Greater London area. The majority of projects are delivered by external consultants who design the works and act as a contract administrator. The successful candidate will oversee the external consultants and is expected to regularly attend site during the duration of their projects.

The project manager will prepare project briefs, liaise with stakeholders, manage project budgets and report on progress throughout the project period.

The project manager will need relevant IT skills and effective oral and written communication skills.

The project manager will need to deliver all projects in accordance with LFB policies and the standard station design brief.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

Benefits:

Salary:  £25,979- £29,777 per annum, Grade 3

Hours: Full time –  37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 25 days (pro-rata), flexible working, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available

Other information about our benefits can be found here

Our Commitments:

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 Offer of an Interview 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/

About the role:

We are seeking to recruit a Communications and Engagement Assistant on a Fixed Term basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain new skills and experience, working as part of our Communications and Engagement Team. The successful candidate will be working to help to deliver effective communications to the public, press and staff across the Service.

About you:

As part of the Communications and Engagement Team, you will be working with colleagues from different parts of the organisation to produce content for our communications channels.

Specifically, we are seeking someone who is motivated, organised and confident in producing written content, such as articles for newsletters and the website. This role would suit someone that likes working in a fast paced, but supportive environment.

The key focus of this role is:

• Support the RBFRS’ social media presence, including the sourcing and frequent updating of content, monitoring of activity, evaluating impact and dealing with any customer enquiries.
• Liaise with the media dealing with queries and supporting requests for data, pictures and information in a timely manner.
• Monitor incidents and draft media statements.
• Produce content for our newsletters and content management systems.
• Support the planning and content management of the RBFRS website and intranet.
• Event planning support, including our Awards Ceremony.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• High standard of verbal and written communication skills and ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
• An understanding of media relations and digital media.
• Experience of working with social media and web- based communication channels for business use.
• Strong IT skills (MS Office suite, other multimedia packages).
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload

Application and selection process

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behaviour 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.

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Please see Job Profile/Person Specification.

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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

For further details about the role or to simply discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Mark Antell, Senior Communications and Engagement Officer at antellm@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CVs without an accompanying application form.

Closing date for applications is 5pm on 31 July 2024.

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will run week commencing 5 August 2024.

Anticipated start date: September 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.

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Programme Office Coordinator

£27,334 per annum + benefits

About the role

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

We are recruiting a Programme Office Coordinator to support the running of our Programme Office. The role will assist with the day to day management, oversight and governance of Service project documentation and will work alongside the Programme Office Advisor to develop efficient and effective project management processes within the Programme Office

Reporting to the Programme Office Advisor, you will be responsible for supporting the coordination of Programme Office activities and managing systems, monitoring and reporting relating to our project management activities within the Service.

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 Programme Office Coordinator you will:

·         Provide support to the Programme Office Advisor in the day to day management of the Programme Office.

·         To assist project managers with the management of project documentation

·         To assist with the preparation of reports and presentation of accurate management information.

·         To assist in all aspects of staff training in relation to project and programme management.

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

·         Project management processes

·         Significant administrative and coordination experience

·         Experience of collation and analysis of data/information to produce reports

·         Experience of working with a range of stakeholders

Our Service Improvement team

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 – 30 July 2024 at 12:00 noon
Notification of shortlist – 01 August 2024
Assessment and Interview – w/c 05 Aug 2024

*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 complete the application and 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.

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

For further information please contact Louise Clarkson, Director of Corporate Services via Louise.clarkson@twfire.gov.uk

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an enhanced 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

Ø  Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days plus Public Holidays and 3 local days to be used over the Christmas period

Ø  Flexi-time scheme in operation

Ø  Local government pension scheme

Ø  Free on-site parking

Ø  Free on-site gym

Ø  Blue light discount

Ø  Car leasing scheme

Breathing Apparatus Maintenance Technician

Closing Date: 4 August 2024, at Midnight

Scale G: £31,864– £32,322 Per Annum

Are you organised, a great team player, know your way around respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and associated ancillary equipment? If yes, join our team and be part of the Technical department!

About Us

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 Firefighters operate from 19 Fire Stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to Fire Prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us? 

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This why we support flexible and hybrid working.

About the Role

The primary purpose of the role is to ensure that all respiratory protective equipment (RPE), associated ancillary equipment, and other related equipment is tested, repaired, maintained, recorded, and replaced as necessary.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Carrying out the required acceptance tests and quality assurance on all new RPE and any equipment repaired tested or serviced outside the Service
• Maintaining stock levels of spares
• Ensuring all compressed breathing air cylinders in the Service are tested by an approved contractor
• Monitoring the purity of air delivered by breathing air compressors in the Service
• Investigating and reporting on the malfunction of equipment

About You

We are looking for someone who has excellent interpersonal skills and knows their way around respiratory protective and associated ancillary equipment.

You must be able to:

•     Work on your own initiative
• Confidently manage your own work schedule
•  Determine solutions to issues and risks identified, and report accordingly
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Maintain strong computer literacy

Experience & Qualifications Required

Essential Requirements

Experience:

• Experience working in the maintenance environment related to safety critical equipment
• Proven record of managing maintenance schedules and recording results
• Working with RPE (respiratory protective equipment) in an operational or maintenance environment (desirable)
• Experience working with Breathing Apparatus (desirable)

Knowledge:

• An understanding of Health and Safety Legislation as it relates to RPE (desirable)

Qualifications:

• A good general level of educational achievement, as a minimum, GCSE qualifications at C or above / levels 4 -9 (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• A full, valid, UK driving license – as the role will involve travelling across BFRS Service Area
• NVQ L3 Mechanical Engineering (desirable)
• Ability to Portacount test (desirable)

How to Apply

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability are welcome.

If there are any adaptions or adjustments we can make to help you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

Everyone who works with us is required to have a DBS check. If you have any queries or concerns regarding this, please contact HR@bucksfire.gov.uk.

For further information about the role, please review the job description.

(Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password)

Abatement & Protected Pension

If are in receipt of a Firefighter’s pension, before taking up employment with Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority, you are required to notify Human Resources as Abatement Rules may apply.

Strategy and Planning Advisor

£34,834 per annum + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to recruit into a new role of Strategy and Planning Advisor, in the Service Improvement Department of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

Reporting to the Service Improvement and Strategy Manager, the role will be responsible for developing and monitoring the Services’ strategic planning documentation, and driving planning and improvement processes across the organisation.

The role has responsibility for co-ordinating planning and improvement activities, developing appropriate measuring and reporting tools, preparation and delivery of strategic planning workshops, and liaising senior management on strategic and improvement planning progress.

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.

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

·         Effective and confident planning and improvement activities

·         Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective networking and liaison at all levels, internally and externally

·         Liaising with senior managers, to provide advice, guidance and updates on key objectives

·         Effective time management skills to work to conflicting priorities, meet deadlines and targets.

·         Preparing comprehensive, high quality and accurate reports and briefings.

·         Confidence to deliver presentations and facilitate workshops/training at all levels.

Our Service Improvement team

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 July 2024  12 Noon
Notification of shortlist – 26 July 2024
Assessment and Interview – w/c 29 July 2024

*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 complete the application and 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.

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

For further information please contact Louise Clarkson, Director of Corporate Services via Louise.clarkson@twfire.gov.uk

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an enhanced 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

Ø  Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days plus Public Holidays and 3 local days to be used over the Christmas period

Ø  Flexi-time scheme in operation

Ø  Local government pension scheme

Ø  Free on-site parking

Ø  Free on-site gym

Ø  Blue light discount

Ø  Car leasing scheme

Cleveland Fire Authority is seeking to recruit ambitious, innovative, and forward-thinking individuals to the role of Group Manager. Over the coming months we have several vacancies at this level and therefore we want to establish a talent pool of people eligible for current and future temporary or substantive appointments.

Rated as ‘Good’ in all areas by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Service, we consider ourselves to be a high performing, innovative organisation – one that is well regarded by our communities and Partners.

We are looking for people who will be committed to the achievement of our vision – people who will make a difference to the safety and quality of life of every local citizen on Teesside.

To be successful you will need to demonstrate an understanding of the challenges facing the Fire and Rescue Service and offer evidence of delivering transformational change. You will act as an ambassador for equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as being a role model for our values and ethical behaviours.

If you are looking for a leadership opportunity in a fire and rescue service with a great reputation and a strong track record of visible leadership and delivering positive outcomes for our communities, then Cleveland could be for you.

Applications are invited from competent and substantive Station Managers and existing Group Managers.

For informal discussions, prior to the closing date for applications, contact Area Manager Dave Preston on 01429 874013.

Specialist Vehicle & Driving Instructor

Grade 8, £33,024 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and qualified* Specialist Vehicle & Driving Instructor to fill an essential post within our service.

Based in our small team of trainers at our newly opened Training and Development Centre offices in Telford, the successful candidate will be responsible for training Service personnel in a range of driving skills, on and off road, and using associated equipment to enable them to qualify as Large Goods Vehicle (LGV), Specialist Vehicle, and Emergency Response Drivers (ERD) and operators.

You should possess a minimum of 3 GCSE passes A-C / 4 – 9 or equivalent including English Language.The successful applicant must hold a full United Kingdom driving license with a minimum of Category C entitlement, be a Department of Transport Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and ideally hold a range of other qualifications as detailed in the Job description (e.g., ERDT, Off-Road 4×4 and Police Advanced Driving Instructors Certificates).

(*in the absence of the essential and/or desirable criteria, the right candidate will be provided with the opportunity to upskill to fulfill the role requirements. Therefore, the absence of one or more skills should not be considered a barrier to applying).

The successful applicant must be able to communicate confidently with people at all levels and have excellent written, record keeping and ICT skills.

The work is varied, challenging and can involve weekday, evenings and weekend working therefore a flexible approach is required.