Firefighter (Control)

All calls start with Control. Do you have what it takes to work in a demanding Fire Control Room?

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue are recruiting highly motivated people to join a team whose primary role is to receive emergency calls, mobilise resources and manage incidents throughout the County
Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue is looking to recruit highly motivated people to join the Fire Control team as a Fire Control Operator (known internally as a Firefighter – Control), based at Fire and Police Headquarters, Nettleham, near Lincoln.

As a Fire Control Operator, your primary role is to:

Receive, record and action emergency and non-emergency calls
Mobilise resources to incidents in response to emergency calls and/or requests for assistance using the mobilising system provided
Provide support and guidance to members of the public
Assist in the continued management of incidents
Carry out a variety of emergency and non-emergency tasks to support and maintain an effective Fire Service response
Communicate with Officers and other agencies in accordance with policies and procedures
Have the ability to work under pressure in a fast paced and everchanging environment
Have a positive and flexible attitude to all aspects of work
Be able to work as part of a team and act on own initiative
Have a good level of commitment to personal development
 

It is essential that you have a confident telephone manner, exceptional and accurate keyboard skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to think and communicate quickly and clearly. 

The Control Room operates 365 days a year, therefore you will work an 8 day rotating shift pattern, averaging 42 hours per week, which includes days, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays.

Although the role is office based, there will be a requirement to use Service pool cars, as such, a clean full UK Driving Licence is required.

If successful following your application, you will be invited to selection testing which will assess a range of skills such as your keyboard skills, ability to listen and record information as well as spelling abilities. You will also then be required to carry out an interview.

Join our team with a competitive starting salary of £26,852, which increases to £27,970 after just 12 weeks! As you progress through our comprehensive training and development program, expect your salary to grow to £35,791 within approximately 2 years.

 Take the next step in your career with us!

 This role will also require you to undertake police level 3 vetting and a standard DBS.

 Along with a competitive salary we are offering;

A Contributory pension
Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
Sodexo Discounts and Benefits Scheme 
Flexible working policies
Career progression opportunities
A generous leave entitlement with the option to buy more
 Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure

 Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes people from underrepresented groups.

 We look forward to receiving your application.

Wholetime Competent Crew Managers – Transfer Opportunities

Opportunities have arisen for substantive, competent wholetime Crew Managers, to join one of the country’s leading metropolitan fire and rescue services, serving more than two million people spread over almost 800 square miles. 

We are an organisation where everyone is encouraged, trusted, and supported to play their part in promoting safety and wellbeing across all communities in West Yorkshire. We are looking for candidates who are committed to our vision of making West Yorkshire safer and who demonstrate the values of team, responsibility, integrity, communication and learn.

WYFRS are an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.  We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. 

About the roles

·         Crew Manager – Vacancies are available across all duty systems this includes Day Duty Mon to Fri 0900-1700hrs (flexi time), Shift Duty 0800-1900hrs (2-2-4) and Day Crewing.

Those eligible to apply must: 

·         Be a Wholetime Crew Manger in a UK Fire and Rescue Service.

·         Have been deemed competent in role.

·         Hold and have maintained a Skills for Justice (SFJ) Level 3 Award in Initial Incident Command

·         Have no current/outstanding development action plans, performance improvement action. 

·         No development plans or capability issues related to competency.

·         Be free of current formal disciplinary awards throughout the entire process.

·         Have a full UK driving licence.

·         Be available for all stages of the selection process as detailed in the recruitment timeline. 

We offer an excellent package including:

·         Access to an employee assistance programme

·         Training and development opportunities

·         Sports and social clubs

·         Free use of gym.

·         Pay in line with National Terms and conditions, Crew Managers receive an additional 2% Service Delivery Development (SDD) allowance (training roles receive an 8% enhancement). 

Applicants must complete and submit an online application form using the e-recruitment system which will require them to detail how they meet the essential criteria for the role. To apply, please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers.

Wholetime Competent Firefighters -Transfer Opportunities

Opportunities have arisen for substantive, competent wholetime Firefighters, to join one of the country’s leading metropolitan fire and rescue services, serving more than two million people spread over almost 800 square miles.

We are an organisation where everyone is encouraged, trusted, and supported to play their part in promoting safety and wellbeing across all communities in West Yorkshire. We are looking for candidates who are committed to our vision of making West Yorkshire safer and who demonstrate the values of team, responsibility, integrity, communication and learn.

WYFRS are an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities.

About the roles

·         Firefighter Vacancies are available across the 2-2-4 Shift Duty System (0800 and 1900hrs start/finish times) and Day Crewing System.

Those eligible to apply must: 

·         Be a Wholetime Firefighter in a UK Fire and Rescue Service.

·         Have been deemed competent in role.

·         Have no current/outstanding development action plans, performance improvement action.

·         No development plans or capability issues related to competency.

·         Be free of current formal disciplinary awards throughout the entire process.

·         Have a full UK driving licence.

·         Be willing to undertake training to support station specialisms.

·         Be available for all stages of the selection process as detailed in the recruitment timeline.

·         For Day Crewing roles, must, or be willing to reside within a 5 minute “turn in” area of the designated station. (Unless WYFRS accommodation is provided). 

We offer an excellent package including:

·         Access to an employee assistance programme

·         Training and development opportunities

·         Sports and social clubs

·         Free use of gym.

·         Pay in line with National Terms and conditions (Day Crewing staff receive an average 12% total extra pensionable pay and specialist skills allowances payable for some roles.

·         Relocation assistance up to £7500 (Day Crewing Vacancies only subject to conditions).  

Applicants must complete and submit an online application form using the e-recruitment system which will require them to detail how they meet the essential criteria for the role. To apply, please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers. 

Wholetime Competent Watch Managers – Transfer Opportunities

Opportunities have arisen for substantive, competent wholetime Watch Managers, to join one of the country’s leading metropolitan fire and rescue services, serving more than two million people spread over almost 800 square miles. 

We are an organisation where everyone is encouraged, trusted, and supported to play their part in promoting safety and wellbeing across all communities in West Yorkshire. We are looking for candidates who are committed to our vision of making West Yorkshire safer and who demonstrate the values of team, responsibility, integrity, communication and learn.

WYFRS are an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.  We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. 

About the roles

·         Watch Manager roles are available to work on our Day Duty system in specialist roles, Mon-Fri 0900-1700 (flexi-time)

Those eligible to apply must: 

·         Be a Wholetime Watch Manger in a UK Fire and Rescue Service.

·         Have been deemed competent in role.

·         Hold and have maintained a Skills for Justice (SFJ) Level 3 Award in Initial Incident Command

·         Have no current/outstanding development action plans, performance improvement action. 

·         No development plans or capability issues related to competency.

·         Be free of current formal disciplinary awards throughout the entire process.

·         Have a full UK driving licence.

·         Be available for all stages of the selection process as detailed in the recruitment timeline. 

We offer an excellent package including:

·         Access to an employee assistance programme

·         Training and development opportunities

·         Sports and social clubs

·         Free use of gym.

·         Pay in line with National Terms and conditions, Watch Managers receive an additional 4% Service Delivery Development (SDD) allowance (training roles receive an 8% enhancement).  

Applicants must complete and submit an online application form using the e-recruitment system which will require them to detail how they meet the essential criteria for the role. To apply, please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers.

Administrator – Payroll & Pensions

Working alongside experienced Pension Officers you will assist with the maintenance of efficient pension records and will communicate effectively between the Pension Administrator and individuals. You will assist with the section’s workload as needed to ensure that deadlines are met and the professional standards of service of the portfolio are maintained. In addition you will be responsible and accountable for the accurate and appropriate processing of data, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures and legislation e.g. GDPR.

You will have a good working knowledge of administration systems, ICT software packages and the confidence to challenge and question.  However, it is not important for you to have payroll and pensions experience, more important is a willingness to learn, your attention to detail and your ability to input with accuracy.

You should have excellent customer service skills with the ability to build appropriate professional, accessible and friendly relationships with people who use the service.  You should also have excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to work independently and to deadlines, whilst maintaining standards of service.

The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours.

In return we offer;

·         Flexible working hours.

·         Family friendly policies.

·         Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service.

·         Free, secure on-site car parking.

·         Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations.

·         Employee discount scheme (Boost).

·         Employee support networks.

·         Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).

·         Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months’ full & 6 months’ half after 5 years’ service.

·         Ongoing training and development opportunities.

·         Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.

·         Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages.

Please be advised that we are currently in the process of introducing a new Job Evaluation scheme and will also be reviewing the pay and grading structure.  As a result of this all Support roles will be re-evaluated.

Guidance on the Pension implications of undertaking a temporary role are attached.

We are committed to equality and fairness at work.  Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.

The closing date for completed applications is midnight on Monday 15 July 2024. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 22 July 2024. 

For further information or for an informal discussion please contact Jane Edwards jedwards@derbys-fire.gov.uk

If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.

Treasury Management Officer

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, Job Share

Location: Fire Service Headquarters, Birkenshaw, BD11 2DY / Hybrid

Closing Date: 25th July 2024

Salary: £48,474 to £51,515 per annum.

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. 

Your role

The Treasury Management Officer will be responsible for the management of the Fire Authority’s borrowing, investments and banking arrangements and will oversee the provision of budgetary management information and the production of the Authority’s Statement of Accounts.

What you will need 

This is a post you can apply for if you have a background in public sector financial accounting, practical experience in budget preparation and monitoring, the ability to adhere to strict deadlines and are looking for a new career opportunity.

You will be a fully qualified accountant with knowledge of public sector funding streams and financial statements. You will also have a knowledge of the Treasury Management Code and Prudential Code alongside a wider appreciation of accounting policies and procedures incorporated within the CIPFA Code of practice in order to deliver a compliant set of financial statements. 

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 Thursday 25th July 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, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic 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.

Temporary Assistant Chief Fire Officer x 2

Temporary Assistant Chief Fire Officer – x2 Vacancies

–      Director of Corporate Support

–      Director of Service Delivery

–      Up to 12 month Secondment Opportunities

Salary: £108,598 per annum

Car provided + Employee Benefits

We are excited to announce an opportunity for two inspiring and inclusive leaders to join our Executive Leadership Team as Assistant Chief Fire Officers (ACFO). The secondments are for a period of up to 12 months with defined review periods. The posts provide unique development opportunities to make a significant impact both in our service and to the communities we serve.

Here at Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service, we have over 550 dedicated staff operating across 23 Fire Stations, covering over 1,346 square miles, serving a diverse population of over 480,000 people. The county of Shropshire has varied risk profile that requires the use of a range of established and innovative ways of working both individually and with partners to keep our communities safe.

As an ACFO, you will provide strategic leadership to either Service Delivery or Corporate Services. We seek leaders who will encourage fresh thinking, foster collaboration, and champion inclusivity in all aspects of our work.

In 2025, SFRS will launch its 2025 to 2029 Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP). These roles will be pivotal in shaping this plan, ensuring it reflects our commitment to delivering the best possible service to Shropshire through clear and strategic priorities.

**About You**

We are seeking applications from high-performing and high-potential competent Area Managers or Heads of Departments who are aspiring and working towards strategic leadership roles. Ideal candidates will be able to evidence a range of skills and experiences that are key to the core responsibilities in strategic leadership of functions and strategic operational command.

You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills internally and externally with the ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships with agencies and communities. You will engage with external stakeholders at local, national, and authority levels. Confidence, resilience, transparency and integrity are essential qualities for success in this role.

**About Us**

Our staff are our greatest asset. You will work closely with the Deputy Chief Fire Officer and the Senior Management Team to advance our service, enhance our organisational culture, and embed positive change. Listening to and valuing our staff is at the core of our leadership approach. Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is proud of its strong community links and high on-call availability, showcasing our staff’s daily commitment. Our full-time firefighters are always ready to respond to a wide range of incidents and engage with the community at every opportunity.

Currently, we are undergoing our third HMICFRS Inspection. You will play a key role in leading this process with the senior management team, ensuring continuous service improvement and the safety of Shropshire’s communities.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, aiming to recruit a workforce that reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We ensure fair and consistent treatment for all applicants, including reasonable adjustments for disabilities.

**Essential Criteria**

– Strategic Command Level 7 or Multi-Agency Gold Incident Command or equivalent.

– Relevant Level 6 strategic level business or management qualification or equivalent.

– A current UK driving licence.

– DBS checks.

The Assistant Chief Fire Officer is part of the Executive Officer Rota and as such you are required to provide executive cover.  The position is subject to Gold Book terms and conditions. The Service provides a vehicle with an option for private mileage, subject to respective taxation.

**How to Apply**

If you are interested in this opportunity, please  visit our website www.shropshirefire.gov.uk or click here

Closing date is 12pm on 15th July 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview the week commencing 22nd July 2024.

For those interested candidates that would like an informal conversation please contact ACFO Guy Williams guy.williams@shropshirefire.gov.uk or after the 11th July, DCFO Samatha Burton sam.burton@shropshirefire.gov by contacting the executive support team to arrange a telephone discussion on 01743 260200.

We very much look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to our leadership team. Together, we can make a difference in Shropshire.

Shropshire Fire and Service have a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, aiming to recruit a workforce that reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We ensure fair and consistent treatment for all applicants, including reasonable adjustments for disabilities.

Fire Control Content Manager – NFCC

Location: Home based with UK-wide travel, as required/on occasion

Contract details: Fixed term contract for 12-18 months or secondment opportunity

Salary: £46,800 to £55,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time

Directorate:​ Continuous Improvement ​

Responsible to: Head of Operational Response and Fire Control Hub

Here at the NFCC we are the professional voice of the UK Fire and Rescue service, driving improvement and development throughout the UK while supporting our leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Fire Control Content Manager. You will work remotely; however, you may be required to travel nationally where necessary.

The postholder will mainly be responsible for supporting the delivery of the Fire Control Guidance project and supporting the relationship with policy owners from all UK fire and rescue services to ensure the products of the project continue to meet the needs of those services. The postholder will also play a role in the day-to-day support of the Operational Response and Fire Control Hub of the Continuous Improvement Directorate through, providing technical expertise, advice and support.

What you will be doing:

  • Researching and drafting National Operational Guidance for Fire Control, including identifying extant (legacy) guidance that can be fully or partially withdrawn from service.
  • Supporting the links between the NFCC Mobilising Officers Group and Fire Control projects and managing working groups and workstreams relating to Fire Control projects
  • Preparing and delivering written and oral briefs, presentations and reports
  • Responding to questions and correspondence from external organisations
  • Supporting the development of consultation responses on a range of operational response issues and initiatives for a variety of audiences
  • Engaging with relevant stakeholders and managing those relationships
  • Providing advice and support on the technical aspects of fire control including legislation, both internally and to external organisations and members of the public.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a professional and enthusiastic individual that has held a leadership role within a fire and rescue service control or evidence of working at that level. The successful applicant will have worked in an operational environment and will have a good understanding of control room practices.

You will have experience in organising and planning both your workload and that of others, managing multiple tasks at a time, escalating issues only when required.

You will have excellent communication skills and the ability and resilience to challenge appropriately and promote ideas and solutions to identified issues.

What you can expect:

We are people centred and focus on creating a positive and engaging working environment. Wellbeing, reward, recognition and personal development are not just words we talk about, we put them into action daily.

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you can add value to by bringing enthusiasm, experience and knowledge to; please have a look at the Job Description on our website and apply.

How to apply:

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button below on the NFCC jobs 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 – 4th August 2024

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.

Senior Risk Officer

Post: Senior Risk Officer
Salary: £43,736 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £43,736 – £52,242 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 12 July 2024 at 16:00 GMT

We have an opportunity for a motivated Senior Risk Officer to join the Transformation Directorate. This role will work with Brigade departments to identify, analyse, and manage their corporate risks (i.e., risks that could stop the effective functioning of the department and/or delivery of the service) as part of the Brigade’s strategic risk management system. This post will provide guidance and support to all staff in terms of understanding the Brigade’s risk management system and the steps they can take to successfully manage their risks including timely updates through risk reviews.

The role holder will play an important role establishing a risk aware culture in the Brigade, encouraging the proactive management of risks by Heads of Service, senior officers, and departmental staff. The role will also provide advice and assistance to all staff regarding good practice risk management techniques, prioritising where risk management should take place as well as scanning for emerging threats.

Under the direction of the Head of Risk, the role will also play an important role in the continuing development of the strategic risk management framework, including but not limited to ensuring that there are appropriate risk strategies, policies, and procedures in place to facilitate the management and mitigation of significant risks to the organisation.

The Brigade is also keen to improve how it uses strategic risk information in a smarter way. You will lead on the development of IT systems and data tools to improve risk management functionality and accessibility for all users. This will include the development and implementation of key performance/risk indicators (KPIs/KRIs) so that the effectiveness of the risk management review protocols can be assessed and managed.

Ideally, we are looking for someone with who has substantial experience working in a corporate risk environment and can evidence their familiarity with risk registers, good risk management practice, knowledge of available methods for risk treatment and the ability to persuade others regarding the importance of risk management. You will have a high level of IT competence, be energised to continually improve and develop our risk system, and be able to turn data from different sources into accessible (and repeatable) reports for all staff.

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.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted in the selection criteria section of the job description. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.

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 mid/late-July 2024. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

Additional Information
Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

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.

Environment Adviser

Post: Environment Adviser
Salary: £43,736 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £43,736 – £ 52,242 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Thursday 11 July 2024 at 16:00 GMT

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the London Fire Brigade in the role of Environment Adviser.

In this role you will be supporting the Sustainable Development Team in managing and co-ordinating environmental compliance and improvement. As the lead on our ISO 14,001 certified Environmental Management System you will oversee the system, undertaking internal premises and department audits, and lead on external certification audits. You will also be responsible for developing cross-departmental action plans and polices and facilitating their delivery.

We require a candidate with the experience of managing an ISO 14,001 certified EMS, undertaking related internal audits and who possesses an environmental degree in a relevant environmental subject. It is essential that you can demonstrate a good knowledge of environmental legislation and best practice. Good oral and written communications skills will also be essential in order to liaise with all levels of multi- disciplined staff and representatives from 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 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.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted in the selection criteria section of the job description. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.

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 week commencing 22 July 2024. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

Additional Information
Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

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.