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Procurement Administrator

Due to expansion within the Procurement Team, we are looking for a full time Procurement Administrator.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has an interest in starting a career within Procurement. This role offers on the job training, as well as the addition of completing a recognised Level 3 CIPS Procurement qualification which will be fully funded.

You will work in a team who have a wealth of public sector procurement knowledge and experience who will support you in developing your knowledge and skills.

The Procurement Team provide support with and oversee the Procurement of goods, works and services in an ethical and legally compliant manner, so if this sounds like something you may be interested in learning about then we would encourage you to complete the application form.

As Procurement Administrator you will:

Act as the main point of contact for the Procurement Team; directing calls and messages from the general procurement mailbox to the relevant Procurement Officer or Senior Procurement Officer.
Provide general administrative support to the Procurement Manager such as producing reports and collating information.
Support with the development and maintenance of systems such as SharePoint and the Procurement Connect Site.

What makes you our ideal Procurement Administrator:

You will meet the essential requirements as listed on the Person Specification.
You will have excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to build strong working relationships.
You will have excellent attention to detail with the ability to ensure your work is completed to the highest standard, adhering to Service procedures.
You will have a willingness to learn and undertake professional development by completing a CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply.

For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the Job Description and Person Specification.

Fire Prevention Officer

Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you passionate about helping people?

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.

You can help West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service to educate the public and a range of community groups on fire safety, road safety and arson reduction and carry out safe and well checks ad be involved with community engagement activities.

You will have proven experience in delivering education and awareness in the community, be able to work independently and as part of a team, with a good standard of written and verbal communication.

What we offer: an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly working, 37-hour week flexible working arrangements, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, an Employee Assistance Program, car salary sacrifice scheme.

The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of current valid driving licence.

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 six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting up to 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.

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.

We offer an excellent package as outlined above. Job share applicants welcome.

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 6 October 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, 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.

Respiratory Protective Equipment & Gas Tight Suit Manager (OSG)

Post: Respiratory Protective Equipment & Gas Tight Suit Manager (OSG)
Salary: £40,657 per annum
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £40,657 – £46,550 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on 30 September 2024

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

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

The post holder will be responsible for the direct line management of a team of staff that possesses varying specialisms for different functions within the department. The post holder will be leading a team to work efficiently and to exacting standards, whilst innovating and collaborating with colleagues to ensure the brigades best interests remain at the heart of everything that we do within the Operations Support Group (OSG).

The post holder will assist in the day-to-day management of the human and physical resources of the OSG Workshop(s) with specific responsibility for Respiratory Protective equipment and Gas Tight Suits.

Candidates should be aware that the post of RPE Manager will involve a degree of physical activity in terms of lifting and carrying items of equipment (e.g. 6Kg compressed air cylinders). To this end, a measure of physical fitness will be required which will be assessed by means of a medical questionnaire which all successful candidates will be required to complete. If you have any medical conditions, e.g. back problems etc., which might affect your ability to fully carry out the duties of this post, you should declare them on the medical questionnaire referred to above.

The OSG is based at the Operations Support Centre, Unit 1 Pegasus Road, Croydon, CR0 4RN.

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

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

Eligibility
Possession of a full UK driving licence.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

1. Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own work and meeting deadlines whilst working flexibly within a team and with minimal supervision.
2. Experience of developing and/or maintaining administrative systems both manual and computerised.
3. A technical understanding of the range of equipment used and maintained by the Operations Support Group.
4. An understanding of good health and safety practice in a workshop environment together with an awareness of the regulations governing the use of display screen equipment.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. 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 in late-October 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 the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme
• 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.

Operations Support Group (OSG ) Technician

Post: Operations Support Group (OSG ) Technician
Salary: £29,007 per annum
Grade: FRS B/C
Salary range: £29,007 – £41,075 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Monday 30 September 2024

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

An opportunity has arisen for an Operations Support Centre (OSC) Technician post within the Face Fit Team at the Brigades Operations Support Group (OSG) based at Croydon.

The successful candidate will be part of a team reporting to the Face Fit Manager. The post will deal primarily with the service and maintenance of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) such as breathing apparatus masks and respirators.

It is desirable that applicants are confident working with intricate equipment and high-pressure systems, are keen to learn and can retain information, are computer literate and are able to work in a team environment as well as independently. Applicants will need to be able to manage their workload whilst adapting to the changing environment of an operational emergency service. Applicants will need to build good working relationships with staff at various levels.

Full training will be given to the successful candidate.

Candidates should be aware that the post of OSG Technician involves a degree of physical activity in terms of lifting and carrying items of equipment (e.g. 6Kg compressed air cylinders). To this end, a measure of physical fitness will be required which will be assessed by means of a medical questionnaire which all successful candidates will be required to complete. If you have any medical conditions, e.g. back problems etc, which might affect your ability to fully carry out the duties of this post, you should declare them on the medical questionnaire referred to above.

Eligibility
Applicants must possess a full UK driving licence and reside within the Greater London Authority area.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

1. Good I.T. skills in order to input and retrieve information, and for the sending of emails.
2. The ability to work alone without any direct supervision and to demonstrate initiative and flexibility in completing daily tasks.
3. The ability to familiarise and become proficient in servicing and maintaining the range of equipment and can display experience of similar technical/mechanical/engineering proficiency and understanding.
4. An understanding of good health and safety practice in a workshop environment together with an understanding of the regulations governing the use of display screen equipment.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. 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 early November at Operations Support Centre, Unit 1, Pegasus Road, Croydon CR0 4RN. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional Information
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

People Systems Advisor

£34,834 – £36,648 per annum (pay award pending) + benefits

About Us

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

We are currently rated as good by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS), and we consider ourselves to be a high performing, innovative organisation that is well regarded by the communities we serve and the partner agencies with which we do business.

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

The Department

The People & Culture Department is currently going through a significant period of change and we have a number of new and exciting opportunities available.

The Department is made up of three clearly defined teams that work closely together to provide a comprehensive people offer. These teams include 1). People Systems and Transformation, 2). Employee Relations and Compliance and 3). Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

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

The Role

The People Systems Advisor is a key member of the People & Culture team, reporting directly to the People Systems and Transformation Manager. This role is integral in supporting future improvements to our people systems, and for the provision of advice, guidance and support regarding functionality and the day-to-day maintenance of such systems.

The post holder will provide good quality data and reporting which supports evidence-based decision making across the Service, and which also enables us to respond to external reporting requests and statistical data returns.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and will champion these in their day to day work.

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 12 noon on 26 September 2024
Notification of shortlist w/c 30 September 2024
I3 Profile online assessment w/c 30 September 2024
Interview w/c 7 October 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 our on line application form 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.

Please complete an application by no later than 12 noon on 26 September 2024.

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

For further information about the role, please contact the Head of People and Culture via email at leanne.cain@twfire.gov.uk.

Pre-employment checks

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

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

Policy & Strategy Development Officer

Post: Policy & Strategy Development Officer
Salary: £34,215 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £34,215 – £41,075 per annum
Contract type: 1 x Permanent and 1 x Temporary for 9 months initially with the potential to be extended
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Friday 27 September 2024

London Fire Brigade is one of the largest fire and rescue services in the world and the busiest in the country. As an organisation we are committed to delivering our services in ways that best suit the needs of our communities.

We have a very proactive Prevention and Protection department working to make London a safer place to live, work and travel to.

We have an exciting opportunity and are looking for two highly motivated, organised individuals to join our Policy and Strategy Team within the Prevention and Protection department.

You will be working closely with teams across the department, as well as those across the organisation and external partners. Your role will be to ensure that policies are up to date, as well as helping to develop and deliver new strategies and projects to our communities in London. We are looking to recruit:

• 1 x permanent role working to help deliver our drowning prevention work with the aim of reducing the number drownings in London and of Londoners when they are elsewhere.

• 1 x temporary position (9 months initially with the potential to extend for a further year. There may be an opportunity for assimilation, but this is not guaranteed). This position will be supporting Home Fire Safety Visits (one of LFB’s crucial prevention tools) but may also include working on other projects, so flexibility is key.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

1. Experience of working flexibly and proactively as a member of a team and with minimal supervision.
2. Experience of undertaking research and analysing both numeric and textual data and providing commentary on the outcome.
3. Effective interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships within Community Safety, the wider Brigade and with external organisations.
4. Problem solving skills to assist in the delivery of assigned work and to provide effective solutions to inform decision making and delivery of prescribed activity.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. 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-October 2024. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional Information
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

Assistant Chief Fire Officer

At Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, safety, and community service. Our mission is to protect and serve the 1.2 million people who live and work in our county through prevention, preparedness and rapid response. We achieve this by creating a culture of teamwork, innovation and continuous improvement.

The role of Assistant Chief Fire Officer is crucial to our organisation. This leadership position demands not only a deep understanding of fire service operations, but also a visionary approach to strategic planning and community engagement.

For more detailed information of the role, please visit our microsite: Assistant Chief Fire Officer

Head of Category (Procurement) ICT

Post: Head of Category (Procurement) ICT
Salary: £67,836 per annum plus 10% market supplement
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £52,242 – £67,836 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Monday 23 September 2024

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

LFB is in the early stages of a multi-year transformation journey. This aims of this transformation are to provide the capabilities, capacity, and resiliency to enable LFB to provide the best possible service to London and Londoners.

As part of this, the Commercial and Procurement team is likewise transforming to introduce a robust end-to-end category management capability. We are seeking enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Procurement Professionals to join our team for this exciting journey!

The Head of Category – ICT is a key member of the Procurement and Commercial Management team, reporting into the Head of Commercial – Corporate. The role is responsible for leading the ICT Category team in procurement and commercial contract management activity that maximises value for money and minimises risk.

This includes creating and developing multi-year category plans in pursuit of the team’s transformation plan and ensuing that these are delivered by the team. Resource management will be a key aspect of the role to ensure the right capacity and capability of up to five procurement professionals and specialists to meet the demands of the category in a fast faced market and internal environment with conflicting priorities. Experience of proactive stakeholder management to foster timely decision making based on procurement data and MI analysis, and actioning and resolving risks and issues to meet the function’s performance targets is key.

Applicants should have a high working knowledge of procurement legislation, be commercially astute with the capability to demonstrate compliant, value adding procurement, contract management and category management activities. They will be proactive, self-sufficient and resilient individuals who can manage the category team capacity to maximise efficiencies against objectives through robust prioritisation.

They will also have experience of leading teams and inspiring others to be resilient in the face of busy project demands and changing priorities.

We are looking for someone with hands-on and leadership experience in this field. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills in order to manage multiple stakeholders, ensuring resources are commercially focused on delivering proportionate, sustainable, and innovative commercial solutions that effectively manage commercial risks are essential. They will have a working knowledge of common procurement tools and databases (including ERP tools, Microsoft 365 applications and SharePoint sites).

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

1. Experience of staff management, motivation and development, to ensure effective capacity and capability whilst managing weaknesses and harnessing strengths.
2. Experience of leading by example to ensure early planning and awareness of how the consideration of existing work commitments are considered to facilitate succession planning, organisation and prioritisation within a team.
3. Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage conflict in a professional manner whilst providing consistent support for the section by encouraging stakeholders to focus on solutions.
4. A working knowledge of best practice procurement, contractual and financial procedures relevant to a large local authority, including relevant procurement legislation and maintaining an awareness of changes.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. 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 early-October 2024. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional Information
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.

Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

People Partner

£40,221 – £43,421 per annum (pay award pending) + benefits

About Us

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

The Department

The People & Culture Department is currently going through a significant period of change and we have a number of new and exciting opportunities available.

The Role

The People Partner role is a key member of the People & Culture team, reporting directly to the Employee Relations and Compliance Manager. This role will provide a high quality, customer focused service, overseeing all aspects of operational people management activity across designated areas of TWFRS, including the management of employee relations (ER) caseload and contributing to a positive employee experience which promotes the Service as an “Employer of Choice”.

The post holder(s) will need to be fluid in their approach, with the ability to support other colleagues within the Department, ensuring good quality and consistent service provision is always maintained.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and will champion these in their day to day work.

The Selection Process

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

Interested in applying?

Please complete an application by no later than 12 noon on 25 September 2024.

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

For further information about the role, please contact the Head of People and Culture via email at leanne.cain@twfire.gov.uk.

Pre-employment checks

Our 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

Pensions Apprentice

Fixed Term Contract – 2 years

Full time – 37 hour week

Salary – £22,071 (National Living Wage)

Are you organised, a good at communicator, and able to work well as part of team? Join our team as a Pensions Apprentice.

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 successful candidate would be responsible for supporting on the delivery of a range of responsibilities centred on the timely and accurate processing of pensions administration.

The role includes:

Maintaining key aspects of employee pension records within the system
Dealing with routine pension related queries
Supporting the Pension Officer in applying legislative, regulatory, case law changes as appropriate
Processing and collating pensions related data
Assisting with the review and checking of pension related changes
Assisting with HMRC correspondence, queries and third-party administration

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

Numerate, analytical and problem-solving skills
Time management skills
The ability to prioritise workloads
Good written and verbal communication skill
Excellent attention to detail
Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion issues,

Experience and qualifications

Qualifications:

GCSE qualification at C or above / levels 4 -9 or equivalent in Maths and English

Experience:

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook and PowerPoint)
Ability to use the relevant software competently
Able to communicate to various stakeholders in a confident manner

Anything else you need to know

We deliver a broad pension service to a varied range of employee groups with varying terms and conditions and the background against which we administer this service is both dynamic and challenging. As an apprentice you will be supported throughout your employment and will also be studying a relevant apprenticeship qualification.

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.