The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service are pleased to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Wellbeing Screening Nurse (Occupational Health) on a permanent basis.

This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week (5 days). The base of work can be flexible, however, there will be a requirement for extensive travel throughout the SFRS footprint with this post.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has a Health and Wellbeing Department providing wellbeing services to over 8000 staff. Our workforce profile covers a range of staff groups including operational Firefighters, Control and Support staff, each of them having distinct health and wellbeing requirements to support them in safely carrying out their roles.

This is a full time post however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share or flexible working basis would be considered.

Overview of role:

The Health and Wellbeing Screening Nurse is responsible for supporting the development and provision of an effective Wellbeing Service within the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS). The role will support the delivery of Wellbeing activities – with an emphasis on recruitment – and projects to enable organisational transformation and change across the Service.

The post holder is responsible to the Wellbeing Practitioner and works with others within the Wellbeing Team to support the functional plan.

• To assist in the development and provision of an effective Health and Wellbeing Service

• To support the implementation of Health and Wellbeing strategies, policies, procedures and guidance to ensure that the SFRS applies best practice and complies with relevant health and wellbeing legislative requirements to promote a positive health and wellbeing culture

• To plan and undertake pre-placement health assessments for all staff as appropriate, determining fitness for role and initiating any baseline health surveillance programmes as identified by risk assessment

• Plan and deliver health and wellbeing activities including assessments, screening, inductions and related activities as directed by the Health and Wellbeing Practitioner (OH) to agreed protocols and within their level of competence

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on health and wellbeing matters related to the role

• To undertake specialist health surveillance or fitness for work programmes in line with clinical guidelines and legislation e.g. Spirometry and audiometry

• To maintain competency standards, and work in accordance with guidance and legislation.

• Contribute to the development of Health and Wellbeing promotion related support materials

• Ensure all Health and Wellbeing equipment used to deliver core tasks is stored, used and maintained to ensure it is safe and fit for purpose

• To undertake vaccinations and blood immunity checks for identified groups as required

• To provide clinical advice and support to Health and Wellbeing Technicians in all aspects of their role.

• Undertake Specialist health surveillance or fitness for work programmes in line with clinical guidelines and legislation e.g. Spirometry and Audiometry

• To oversee and ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and arrange calibration programmes as required

• To ensure appropriate recording, confidentiality and correct management of relevant information and documentation in accordance with relevant legislation and clinical guidelines and standards

• To undertake Health and Wellbeing projects and initiatives including health promotion, promoting a pro-active approach to individuals physical and psychological health within the working environment aligning with SFRS strategies.

• To assist in preparing reports, and to collate statistics, performance indicators and associated trends in line with health and wellbeing activities

• To carry out any other duties consistent with the post as may be required by the Wellbeing Practitioner and Management team

Essential Criteria:

Registered Adult Nurse (RGN) with post registration experience

To maintain registration as a registered nurse and to undertake relevant professional development activities in order to comply with the NMC requirements with a commitment to ongoing CPD.

Knowledge of current Health and Safety; and other relevant emerging legislation and clinical guidance

Ability to work on own initiative, exercise judgement to inform decision making

Working knowledge of MS Office, spreadsheets, databases and management systems

Experience of problem solving in an analytical manner, identifying sensible and proportionate solutions

The post holder is required to attain and maintain PVG Scheme membership in relation to carrying out regulated work with protected adults

Full UK Driving licence, and the ability to travel across SFRS footprint as required

Desirable Criteria:

Experience of working in an occupational health setting

Competent in Clinical History Taking and Physical Examination

Have experience of undertaking health surveillance programmes

Have experience of undertaking health promotion activities

Experience in supporting Health and Wellbeing Projects and initiatives

Experience of successfully supporting individuals to implement lifestyle change to improve health and wellbeing

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack. 

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review – in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

This post is subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. The successful candidate will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and will be required to carry out regulated work with adults and children.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.

£33,024 per annum rising to £35,745 per annum

Job reference: REQ000274

Closing date: 03.06.2024

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service – an organisation with a purpose. Built on values and driven by our people, we make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, where you can see and feel the difference your contribution makes. Begin your rewarding career today!

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health and Safety professional to join our Health and Safety department.

You will assist in the delivery of Service’s Health and Safety Support function, and you will support the Health and Safety Advisor in providing expert guidance and support in all matters related to health and safety. You will also assist in the design and delivery of health and safety related training for Service personnel.

In this role you will:

– Provide informed professional advice and guidance to all levels of management and personnel regarding compliance with health and safety legislation and best practices specific to the fire and rescue service.
– Act as the principal ‘competent person’ in the absence of the Health and Safety Advisor, ensuring adherence to the Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and assisting in fulfilling statutory duties and best practices.
– Assist in delivering effective health and safety information, instruction, and training, including conducting health and safety-based courses and modules for service members.
– Support the completion of risk assessments for general work activities and specialised areas such as manual handling, hazardous substances etc.
– Lead on assessments for Manual Handling (MH) and noise, conducting initial assessments and reviewing existing ones.
– Participate in health and safety inspections, performance monitoring, and auditing, ensuring outcomes are recorded, reported, and recommendations implemented.

You will have:

– In-depth experience of conducting health and safety audits, inspections and investigations into safety events to a high standard and reporting findings through written reports
– In-depth experience of conducting suitable and sufficient health and safety risk assessments on a range of work and specialist activities
– In-depth experience in the delivery of training
– In-depth experience in using Microsoft Office applications to a high standard to analyses data and produce comprehensive presentations, graphs and reports
– Highly skilled at communicating, maintaining professional relationships across an organisation
– Knowledge and understanding of health and safety legislation and practice, particularly in relation to its application within the fire and rescue service
– To hold or attain in post, NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent within 12 months
– You will also hold a current full driving license with no pending issues and must be able to travel to other sites as and when required.

For more details on the essential criteria required for the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Next steps

If this role is of interest, please visit our website www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 13th June 2024

Join us in contributing to the safety and wellbeing of our community.

We are an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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

Public Safety Administrator – Permanent
Closing Date: 2 June 2024 | £25,575 – £26,046 Per Annum

Are you organised, great at multi-tasking, and a people person? Then join our Public Safety Administration Team!

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?

Find out more about us and our values at www.bucksfire.gov.uk/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 role of our Administrators is varied and the heart of the organisation. The team provides crucial administrative support to our Prevention and Protection teams, as well as being the first point of contact with members of the public and our partner organisations.

The role will include:

• Managing incoming queries and referrals
• Stock control – i.e., ordering and collating stock for fire alarms
• Reporting the number of fire alarms used, and visits booked
• General administrative tasks

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Motivated and focused
• A great communicator
• Highly personable
• A problem solver who actively looks for ways to make processes better
• Organised and can prioritise tasks

Experience & Qualifications Required

• Experience of working in an office or in an administrative role
• IT literate, and is competent using Microsoft packages

The Package

£25,575 – £26,046 Per Annum

• Full Time
• Permanent Contract
• 37-Hour Week
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Good Annual Leave Entitlement
• Employee Benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health
• Free, Onsite Limited Parking
• Onsite Gym Facilities

Anything else you need to know…

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 you 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.

Cleveland Fire Authority is seeking to recruit ambitious, innovative, and forward-thinking individuals to the role of Area Manager. We are looking for individuals who will share our vision and commitment to make a positive difference to the safety and quality of life of every local citizen; and the places where they live and work.

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 within the Northeast of England that is well regarded by the communities it serves and our partners.

This is an exciting time to be joining our senior team who, together, will help shape and deliver on our ambitious plans for the future. 

The role of Area Manager is rewarding, and successful candidates will need to demonstrate an understanding of the challenges facing the Fire & Rescue Service, with the vision to embrace opportunities to deliver transformational change.  This will require excellent leadership, resource management, business planning and decision-making skills.

Acting as an ambassador for diversity and inclusion, and with a proven track record in strategy development and implementation, you will have a flexible approach, and demonstrate those essential interpersonal qualities and attitudes with an open and engaging style of leadership which is part of our ‘One Vision-One Team’ concept.

Working directly to the Assistant Chief Fire Officer Community Protection, the successful candidates will need to be strategically minded and achievement focused, with strong communication, negotiating and influencing skills to work effectively in a political and unionised environment.  

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 Fire Brigade could be for you

Grade 9: £48,474 – £51,515 per annum + 7% Market Supplement + 4% Management Allowance

Peripatetic throughout West Yorkshire

Permanent

Are you passionate about Fire Safety? Are you looking to join or progress your career with West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (WYFRS)?

We have a fantastic and exciting opportunity for the right individual to support and lead a team of dedicated Fire Protection specialists in delivering an excellent service to the communities of West Yorkshire. You will take responsibility for the delivery of key functions within a fast paced and expanding Fire Protection team, leading from the front and taking accountability for the critical functions we deliver.

Being a proven leader, you will possess the technical skills and competencies as set out in the person specification of the job description which will enable you to support and deliver this essential role within one of just five Metropolitan Fire & Rescue Services in the country.

As a 24/7 service we operate an out of hours on call rota for which additional remuneration is provided.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of 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.

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

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.

For a discussion about the role please feel free to contact Chris Kemp, Senior Fire Protection Manager at christopher.kemp@westyorksfire.gov.uk.

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 Monday 3rd June 2024 at 08:00.    

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.

GROUP MANAGER ‘B’ (Flexible Duty System) – Substantive Opportunities within both CRMP and Safer Communities

Salary: £ 64561.20 – £71570.40 pa (depending on competency – including 20% flexible duty system allowance)

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service (ESFRS) prides itself on keeping communities safe through its response, protection and prevention activities.

We are a high performing Service facing an unprecedented period of change and challenge. ESFRS wants to ensure people are more than just residents or employees but also members of a safer, stronger and more resilient community.

We are looking for individuals to fill two Group Manager roles. The role of Group Manager is crucial to delivering effective outcomes to the community and our partners. As a team, Group Managers will bring together a range of skills, backgrounds and experience that we believe will help deliver our strategic aims across the county.

We are seeking to appoint individuals who:

• are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work culture

• are self-aware

• are able to demonstrate high levels of personal resilience

• are team players with excellent collaboration skills

• have proven leadership ability

• possesses enthusiasm, agility, drive and commitment to make a genuine difference.

These roles are responsible for leading and navigating their area within ESFRS whilst working cross-department with other Group Managers and professional staff equivalents on a daily basis.

We are an organisation committed to developing our people and creating opportunities to enable colleagues to continue their professional development. As well as accessing the ESFRS Group Manager Development Programme, successful candidates will also continue to develop their potential through a range of tailored personal development opportunities including coaching, mentoring, secondments and relevant qualifications in preparation for future strategic roles within the Service.

A condition of the appointment to the role of flexible duty Group Manager is that the post holder will provide operational cover from within the County. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer relocation expenses.

The recruitment process will consist of:

• Application form and line manager’s report

• Presentation

• Interview

We welcome applications from:

• Substantive Group Managers and

• Substantive and Competent Station Managers

All candidates must hold the Level 2 incident command qualification in order to be eligible to apply and must have evidence of maintaining their skills, knowledge and understanding. External applicants will also be required to provide additional details such as training records and proof of competency.

Candidates may apply for one or both roles and will be able to indicate which role(s) they are applying for at application stage.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Matt Lloyd, Assistant Director – Safer Communities on 07876133723. For more information or to apply for the role please visit www.jobtrain.co.uk/esfrs.

Please ensure that you apply as an external candidate.

Closing Date: 2 June 2024

Interviews and presentations will take place on 25 & 26 June 2024

Post: Operational Resilience Planning Manager
Salary: £43,736.00 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £43,736.00 – £ 52,242.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Thursday 23 May 2024 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen for an FRS E to join Operational Resilience in the Executive Business and Governance team. This role will require very strong communication and interpersonal skills in order to convey complex information clearly and efficiently, and build effective working relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally. Excellent organisational and project management skills are essential as well as the ability to deliver high level reports both internally and externally.

The role will have an emphasis on development and maintenance of key Operational Resilience workstreams and projects, including the responsibility to specialise in specific planning requirements for Control of Major Accident Hazard (COMAH) regulations, Pipeline Safety Regulations and Radiation (Emergency Preparedness and Public Information) Regulations 2019 (REPPIR).

Experience of leading and delivering project work is essential and knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act (2004) would be advantageous.

Successful candidates will be required to apply for security clearance for these roles.

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.