South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue are seeking to appoint an ambitious, innovative and forward-thinking individual to the role of Area Manager to be part of our Senior Leadership Team.  The right individual will help us deliver our aspiration of “Making South Yorkshire safer and stronger” and will contribute to shaping the culture and direction of the service whilst providing leadership to key departments, to achieve continuous organisational, service and performance improvement.

We are well regarded by both the communities we serve and the partner agencies with which we do business within South Yorkshire.  The HMICFRS inspection in 2022, found that South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue is “good at identifying risks in its communities and puts appropriate measures in place to mitigate those risks. It is good at identifying those people in its communities who are most at risk from fire and working with its partner organisations to good effect to reduce this risk.  The service has introduced new response standards for attending emergencies. Values are well established in the service, and it is good at promoting equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI).”  However, we do have areas requiring improvement and this role will be key in helping us make these changes.

About the role

The role of Area Manager is an integral part of our Senior Leadership Team and is intrinsic in ensuring the provision of a professional, inclusive, innovative and effective fire and rescue service in accordance with all statutory and legal duties.

The service has three Area Managers, each responsible for one of the following portfolios:

•             Service Delivery

•             Service Improvement

•             Service Development

Eligibility Criteria

You will be substantive and competent in the role of Group Manager, be a qualified Internal Quality Assurer and have a Level 3 Incident Command qualification, as the role carries a responsibility to deploy to operational incidents at Gold Level.

You will work on our continuous duty system, a minimum of 42 hours per week, with managerial hours normally undertaken Monday to Friday. All officers on the continuous duty system should have attained (or attain within a specified timescale) the Skills for Justice Level 7 Strategic Command Qualification and the Multi Agency Gold Incident Command (MAGIC) training programme.

You will role model our behaviours of honesty, integrity and respect in all that you do.  This will require an open, transparent and inclusive style and the ability to develop positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.

An open and engaging style of leadership, experience of developing and leading positive cultural improvement, and a commitment to all aspects of diversity and inclusion, will be essential in building effective relationships with all stakeholders in managing through a period of change.

Further information about the requirements of the role can be found using the rolemap link.

For a confidential conversation regarding this position contact CFO Chris Kirby 07787 438 640 or DCFO Andy Strelczenie 07785 576 318.

Information regarding the service and our Fire Authority can be found at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/

Application packs are available by emailing recruitment@syfire.gov.uk and should be returned electronically to the same email address by the date stated in the timetable.

If invited to attend the process, you will be asked whether you require any reasonable adjustments in order to complete any of the assessments.  This may include things such as additional reading time where required.

We believe diversity in all its forms delivers a better service for our staff and our communities.  As an equal opportunities employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and an Enhanced DBS (with adult barred list) check.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People.  All staff are expected to share this commitment.

Area Manager Selection Process Timeline
Closing date for applications:
0900 Monday 3rd June 2024
Notification of longlist:
6th June 2024
Operational command and media assessments (pass/fail):
W/C 10th June 2024
Notification of shortlist:
14th June 2024
Psychometric testing (online):
W/C 17th June 2024
Assessment Centre:

·         Presentation & Exec Team interview

·         Written exercise

·         Stakeholder interview
25th or 26th June 2024
Notification of outcome:
Thursday 27th June 2024

Job Title:                       PMO & Benefits Manager 

Contract:                       Permanent  

Working Hours:          37 hours* 

Salary:                            Grade 9 (£43,421 – £46,464 per annum)  

Location:                   The role will be a hybrid role based at Service HQ (Rivenhall, Witham, Essex, CM8 3HB) and working from home, but with the requirement to travel around the county and attend Service premises at times*  

Closing Date:               2nd June 2024  

*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location. 

The Role 

At Essex County Fire & Rescue Service, we’re not just about fighting fires; we’re about leading innovation and embracing change. As a Portfolio Management Office (PMO) & Benefits Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of our dynamic PMO team. We’re committed to upholding the highest standards of excellence in project, programme, and portfolio management, ensuring that our change initiatives deliver unparalleled benefits and value to the people of Essex. A key focus for the role will be leading the way for benefits management at the Service, championing our vision, facilitating education, overseeing benefits management, and ensuring realisation of benefits maximising returns from our project investments. If you’re passionate about driving positive change and delivering tangible benefits, come be a part of our journey towards a safer, and more efficient future as part of ECFRS’s Innovation & Change team.   

What You Will Be Working On 

Leading our PMO team in providing a centre of excellence to the Service, offering the governance, tools & templates to deliver the projects and programmes within our change portfolio. 
Ensuring transparency and accessibility of information through our PMO reporting, providing vital insights that drive decision-making at all levels. 
Developing and championing our Benefits Management Framework, engaging with stakeholders in the identification, monitoring, and realisation of project and programme benefits. 

Working with stakeholders across the Service of all levels, as well as offering indispensable support to our Portfolio Management Board (PMB) and Service Leadership Team. 
Reporting into our Head of Portfolio, Governance & Assurance, and managing our Portfolio Officer & Portfolio Analyst. 
 
What Are We Looking For? 

We are looking for someone with a passion for organisation & planning, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who has a positive attitude to delivering change. Applicants should have previous experience in a “change” type role with knowledge of project, programme and/or portfolio management and best practice methodologies, ideally with a change qualification such as Prince2, P3O, or Management of Benefits. We would love to find someone with experience in a benefits management role previously, demonstrating an understanding of benefits, in either the public or private sector.  

Eligibility  

The role requires the following:  

Level 4 standard of education (foundation degree/NVQ Level 4 or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent at work.  
A professional project management, benefits management, or equivalent qualification, i.e. Prince 2 or APMG Managing Benefits.  
Previous experience in a “change” role with knowledge of project, programme and/or portfolio management, including best practice methodologies.  
Previous experience of benefits management.  

If you are an internal candidate, you must have discussed your application with your line manager and confirmed with them there are no outstanding issues of conduct or performance. This will be verified prior to shortlisting. 

How to apply  

You will be required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria of the Person Specification. You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count must not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.  

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications, or a CV) should you wish, though your additional document will only be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications).  

Assessment and selection: 

The assessment and selection approach will be: 

Stage 1  

Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria of the person specification)  

Stage 2  

Presentation & Interview (details around the prestation will be shared with successful candidates 1 week prior) 

Assessments will be made against positive indicators taken from the Code of Ethics, the NFCC Leadership Framework and the Person Specification. 

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Hannah Wakeman (Hannah.wakeman@essex-fire.gov.uk). 

Our Culture and Benefits 

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees.  

You can find out more about our benefits at https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits 

Disability Confident 

We are an equal opportunity, Disability Confident, employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a work environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process and all applications will be considered solely on merit. 

As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues.  

Our employee forums and partners include:  

Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men’s Forum, and our Women’s Forum. In addition, we also have a female firefighter’s operational group.  

Further to the above, the Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.  

Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk  

You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk 

You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via www.essex-fire.gov.uk/join-essex-fire 

Safeguarding 

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. 

It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service. 

You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults. 

The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying. 

This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  

The Role
Post: Digital Communications Manager
Salary: £52,242.00 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £52,242.00 – £67,836.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 31 May at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade is London’s Fire and rescue service where staff are driven by a strong sense of purpose: to be trusted to serve and protect London. It is one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world, founded in 1833. Employing almost 6000 staff who work in more than 400 teams at over 100 locations.

The Brigade is on a journey to improve, following a series of challenging inspection reports from HMICFRS, the Grenfell Inquiry and an independent review of culture. Effective digital communications will play a key role in the delivery of the Brigade’s aims and ambitions in the coming years.

The Digital Communications Manager will own, develop and implement digital communications plans that will help the Brigade to realise it’s vision of providing accessible services that meet the needs of its communities. The Digital Communications Manager will work closely with the ICT and other departments to drive all of the Brigade’s digital activity. They will manage and oversee all aspects of digital communications for the communications directorate. This includes new online services, improved digital engagement, and strategic data collection.

The successful candidate will have experience in leading, motivating, and training digital teams, and with a proven track record in successfully managing and driving social media campaigns as part of a fully integrated communications strategy.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description.

The Role
Post: Senior Business Assurance Officer
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: Friday 31 May 2024 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade is looking for an exceptional Senior Business Assurance Officer to join the Transformation Directorate. This role will play an important part in the definition, implementation, and maintenance of the Brigade’s Enterprise Assurance Framework (EAF). The successful candidate will provide oversight, guidance, and contribute to the delivery of a second line of defence assurance programme that works with and oversees the first line of defence.

The role holder will provide guidance, advice to heads of departments and their staff on the application of the Brigade’s EAF. Under the direction of the Head of Business Assurance, you will deliver on a programme of second line of defence activities which will include assurance oversight of department EAFs and undertake thematic reviews.

You will be involved in the production of Board and Committee reports, briefing documents and policy level correspondence related to assurance matters. Ideally, we are looking for someone with a proven track record who is capable of producing high quality written reports, briefs, and presentations.

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 are looking for an individual with strong leadership and communication skills and a proven ability to influence and motivate staff to join our management team. This person will play a crucial role in our commitment to the highest levels of service delivery to ensure we are ready to change, save and protect the lives of the communities we serve.  The ability to support the Service in the implementation of changes associated with the Service’s CRMP is also an essential element of this role.

The successful candidate will possess an understanding of the issues relating to the fire and rescue service at national and local levels, have political awareness and be committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and staff engagement. They will also be required to demonstrate competence against the “Leading the Function” element of the NFCC Leadership Framework, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a high performing team in accordance with the Service’s core values.

This opportunity is open to internal and external wholetime competent Station Managers. This also includes substantive Watch Managers who have achieved and maintained competence at Station Manager level in a temporary role. 

Applications are also welcomed from substantive Group Managers who may be considering a transfer into Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service from another FRS.

Whilst aptitude, skills and experience are key requirements, academic ability is also important and it is expected that applicants will have achieved the IFE Level 4 Certificate Unit 3: Fire Service Operations and Incident Command paper and/or a Fire Related Degree.

The selection process will comprise of three elements each representing a gateway so only those successful at each stage will progress throughout the process.

Initial application
Level 3 Command assessment
An interview and presentation
A Command Assessment Development Day has been scheduled for 6 June 2024. Please contact the admin hub directly by email to secure your place on this familiarisation day: AdminOperational&.CommandTraining@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Job Information
We are interested to seek out highly motivated and experienced candidates at competent Watch Manager levels, as well as inviting applications from existing Station Managers from across the fire sector.

We are preparing for potential Station Manager vacancies across the service. Currently we have Station Manager positions within Training, Assurance and Safety (TAS), Fire Safety, Technical Services, Business Improvement and Community Risk and Response (CRR). On conclusion of this process a small talent pool will be generated to support our future senior management team retirement profile across the next 18 months.

Northumberland is the northernmost county of England, bordering Cumbria, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and the Scottish Borders with an outstanding North Sea coastline of 103 km and a county of rural natural beauty. The county is steeped in history and heritage and with a population of over 300,000 residents, the council provides a wide range of services across over 5,000 sq. km. Northumberland is one of the largest counties in England Northumberland County Council is seeking to appoint to a key post within Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service.

The post holder will be part of the senior management team to support the delivery of our ambitious plans to ensure that we really are a “land of great opportunities” and to focus on delivering an ambitious improvement programme across all parts of the service.

You will be expected to:

Lead and motivate our teams and assist in developing and implementing service policies, strategies and services that support the aspirations of both the County Council and the Fire and Rescue Service.
Promote and maintain a positive relationship with all employees and their respective trade unions in the interests of developing a climate of harmonious and constructive employee relations.
Lead on the services continuous improvement strategy while supporting a positive and innovative organisational culture through genuine staff engagement. Show exceptional leadership skills aligned to the ‘Leading the Function’ elements of the NFCC Leadership Framework. NFCC_Leadership_Framework_Final-1.pdf
Model our values and behaviours; promoting a culture which embraces collaboration, inclusivity, high performance and wellbeing, and you will strive to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
Manage and lead operational incidents as Incident Commander, or in other incident command support roles in accordance with the requirements of EFSM2 and local standard operating procedures.
Provide emergency response across all areas of Northumberland and be conditioned to our Flexi Duty Officer Rota. The requirement of providing a base within the service will be discussed with those candidates who may consider applying from outside of Northumberland.

For further information please see the Job Description in the supporting documents attached to this advert. If you are interested in this exciting role, we would welcome an informal discussion with you. 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact:
Mr Steve Kennedy, Assistant Chief Fire Officer on 07771865875 or Email: stephen.kennedy@northumberland.gov.uk

We are offering a salary range of £46,712 to £51,525 depending upon experience and Officers working on the flexible duty system shall be paid a pensionable supplement of 20% of their basic pay.

Closing date for applications will be midnight on 23rd of June 2024.

Group discussions, interviews, and presentations will take place across the weeks commencing the 8th, 15th and 22nd of July 2024.

Job Information
We are interested to seek out highly motivated and experienced candidates at competent Station Manager levels, as well as inviting applications from existing Group Managers from across the fire sector.

We are preparing for potential Group Manager vacancies across the service. Currently, we have Group Manager positions within Training, Assurance and Safety (TAS), Fire Safety, and Community Risk and Response (CRR). On conclusion of this process a small talent pool will be generated to support our future senior management team retirement profile across the next 18 months.

Northumberland is the northernmost county of England, bordering Cumbria, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and the Scottish Borders with an outstanding North Sea coastline of 103 km and a county of rural natural beauty. The county is steeped in history and heritage and with a population of over 300,000 residents, the council provides a wide range of services across over 5,000 sq. Km, one of the largest counties in England. Northumberland County Council is seeking to appoint to a key post within Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service.

The post holder will be part of the senior management team to support the delivery of our ambitious plans to ensure that we really are a “land of great opportunities”. They will be expected to help deliver an ambitious improvement programme across all parts of the service.

You will be expected to:

Support the aspirations of both the County Council and the Fire and Rescue Service by enabling further integration within the County Council and developing our offering to our communities.
Lead on the services continuous improvement strategies while supporting a positive and innovative organisational culture.
Demonstrate exceptional leadership skills aligned to the ‘Leading the Function’ elements of the NFCC Leadership Framework. NFCC_Leadership_Framework_Final-1.pdf
Lead change in a complex and evolving environment.
Have excellent communication skills and an ability to engage constructively with internal and external stakeholders.
Have demonstrated high levels of ability with regard to the implementation and management of key projects
Model our values and behaviours; promoting a culture which embraces collaboration, inclusivity, high performance and wellbeing, and you will strive to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
Manage and lead operational incidents as Incident Commander, or in other incident command support roles in accordance with the requirements of EFSM2 and local standard operating procedures.
Provide emergency response across all areas of Northumberland and be conditioned to our Flexi Duty Officer Rota. The requirement of providing a base within the service will be discussed with those candidates who may consider applying from outside of Northumberland.

For further information please see the Job Description in the supporting documents attached to this advert.

If you are interested in this exciting role, we would welcome an informal discussion with you. For an informal discussion about the role please contact:
Mr Steve Kennedy, Assistant Chief Fire Officer on 07771865875 or Email: stephen.kennedy@northumberland.gov.uk

We are offering a salary range of £53,801 to £59,642 depending upon experience and Officers working on the flexible duty system shall be paid a pensionable supplement of 20% of their basic pay.

Closing date for applications will be midnight on 23rd of June 2024.

Group discussions, interviews, and presentations will take place across the weeks commencing the 8th, 15th and 22nd of July 2024.