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 wishing to transfer and Watch Managers looking for promotion.
About you:
Eligibility Criteria
· In date Incident Command Level 2 qualification (SM) or equivalent, e.g. SFJ Level 4 in Intermediate Incident Command ICL2). (Currency of assessment demonstrated though evidence of continued assessments, e.g. LRF AHIC Level 2. For any external candidates, IC assessments must have been carried out within 2 years, if not, an assessment will be required
· Substantive and fully competent 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
· In date Fitness Test – a predicted VO2 Max of no less than 36.8mls/02/kg/min is the minimum required.
· IFE Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management (old L4C Unit 5) or ILM Level 4 Leadership and Management, or equivalent
· IFE Level 4 Certificate in Fire Service Operations and Incident Command (old L4C Unit 3)
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.