Legal Services Manager (Maternity Cover – 12 months)

Please apply by: 8th April 2025 at 12:00 Midday

Shortlisting is anticipated to take place: 9th April 2025

Interviews are anticipated to take place: w/c 14th April 2025

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Legal and Insurance Professional to join our team and provide expert legal advice on a range of matters, including fire service responsibilities, property, contract, and GDPR. In this role, you will manage legal issues affecting the Service, draft documents, prepare briefs for Counsel, and attend conferences, courts, or tribunals as necessary. You will also ensure appropriate insurance cover is in place, liaise with insurance providers, and manage the in-house systems for handling insurance claims. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

As part of this role, you will also be responsible for leading and supervising a team, resolving operational issues, setting work standards, and ensuring seamless service delivery. Your leadership will extend to managing performance, conducting appraisals, and ensuring compliance with departmental plans and procedures. If you are a qualified legal professional with experience in general legal matters, insurance, and team management, we would love to hear from you. This position offers the chance to contribute to the effectiveness of a vital public service while advancing your career in a supportive and engaging environment.

ROLE PROFILE

• Contract: 12M Maternity Cover

• Grade: 14

• Salary: £43,693 – £44,711

• Hours of Work: 37

• Directorate: Business Support

• Job Ref: NU151

• Location: Llantrisant

External Crew Manager Process

Do you want to be a Crew Manager within Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service?

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role within our service as a Crew Manager, this job could be for you. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to our aim of Safer People, Safer Places through our embedded Values and Behaviours.

We are looking for external, substantive, and competent wholetime Crew Managers to join our service. We have a number of Station based and Training & Development department vacancies which due to our retirement profile we need to resource. These vacancies cover a variety of duty/crewing systems we currently operate.

Application Process

Entry is via a three-stage process:

Stage One – written application form via our e-recruitment portal.  Applications will be anonymised and scored against set criteria. If you are successful, you will be invited to progress to Stage Two.

Stage Two – interview process, which will require attendance at a location in Leicestershire. If successful, you will be invited to progress to Stage Three.

Stage Three – Level 1 Incident Command Assessment which will require attendance at a location in Leicestershire.

Candidates must pass all three stages to be deemed successful.

Key Dates: 

Opening date for applications – 19th March 2025
Closing date for applications – 9th April 2025 – 23:59hrs
Shortlisting – 14th to 18th April 2025
Interviews – W/C 28th April 2025

Incident Command Assessment – TBC after successful interview

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations  

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge.  Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship 

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Job Objectives

Contribute to the protection of people and making communities safer by:

  • Delivering community safety programmes
  • Supervising and maintaining the response of an emergency service
  • Providing leadership and support at incidents
  • Supporting Watch Managers in the management and administration of a watch/appropriate area, in the absence of their Line manager and take responsibility for the watch/team.

Applicants for our 2025 Crew Manager process must be committed to developing themselves as managers and will be looking to prepare for future opportunities helping us work towards creating Safer People, Safer Places.

Skills Requirement

To apply for this process, you will need to be working within a local authority Fire and Rescue Service and be:

  • An external applicant only
  • A substantive, competent wholetime Crew Manager looking to transfer to our Service and able to demonstrate and prove competence via their employer.
  • Has a current valid full UK Driving Licence
  • Not be subject to formal or informal performance and capability management actions.

Community Safety Administrator

1.     Comply at all times with the employee code of conduct, service behaviours and code of ethics for fire and rescue staff

2.     Fully participate in the service’s personal review process appropriate to the requirements of the role

3.     Successfully complete any training and development opportunities required for the role

4.     Practice and promote the service’s equality & diversity and health, safety & wellbeing policies

5.     Be responsible for the accurate and appropriate security and processing of data, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures (i.e. data protection). 

6.     Carry out other duties from time to time as required, appropriate to the grading of this post.

7.     Work within a dedicated team to support the service delivery of SYFR Prevention work

8.     Be the main point of contact for members of the public wishing to access services provided by SYFR; ensuring a professional, customer focused response to those using the “Hotline” in accordance with current policy and procedures

9.     Input and maintain accurate and up to date records on the Community Fire Risk Management Information System (CFRMIS) for risk information

10.  Effectively utilise ICT systems to input and retrieve data to appropriately manage all referrals received by SYFR where Home Safety Checks are required, including those where a threat of arson or domestic abuse has been identified. Other referral routes may include referral partners, home oxygen, Hard of Hearing and any other referrals for Community Safety services

11.  Provide an efficient and effective administrative support service for the SYFR referral partnership scheme by processing referrals for Home Safety Checks. This will include following processes and procedures to determine if a new visit is necessary

12.  Liaise with external agencies and partners to ensure requests are effectively processed

13.  Effectively manage the CSD Admin email inbox and provide the appropriate response / information

14.  Provide support for Community Safety meetings including facilitation, agenda production, minute taking, action logging and circulation of papers

15.  Be responsible for the accurate and appropriate processing of data, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures (i.e. data protection)

16.  Provide feedback to line manager to help improve service delivery where necessary

Workshop Team Leader

Workshop Team Leader

£37,035 – £39,513 per annum + (On Call Allowance £6,220) + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of Workshop Team Leader

This role is to provide guidance and support of all inspection and maintenance activities carried out on fire appliances, vehicle fleet, marine assets, operational equipment and ancillary equipment. A major feature is the efficient planning and progression of scheduled work whilst maintaining an effective response to un-scheduled work to support service delivery.

Reporting directly to the Workshop Manager you will be responsible for efficient running of the transport workshop as well as managing a team of technicians and working closely with other departments.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day to day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

As the Workshop Team Leader you will:

• Lead a team of technicians, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise.
• Allocate tasks and ensure that work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Mentor staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, promoting safe working practices at all times.

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Heavy Vehicle).
• Proven experience in HGV maintenance and repair, with strong diagnostic skills.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or chargehand role is highly desirable.
• A full UK driving license, with a class C license preferred.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations related to vehicle maintenance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team.

About our department

The Technical Services Centre is a purpose-built facility on Baltic Road in Gateshead. Technical Services is a modernised central transport, property and equipment maintenance and supply facility.

The Technical Services department co-ordinates the development and delivery of asset storage and issue, maintenance, evaluation, specification and compliance with all technical, legal and policy standards. Its primary purpose is to facilitate the effective and efficient management of transport and operational equipment assets along with the provision of PPE, fuel and consumables, which supports the continuous improvement of service delivery.

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 – 4th April 2025 12 Noon
Notification of shortlist – W/C 7th April 2025
Panel Interview – (face to face) W/C 14th April 2025

Interested in applying?

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to 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 submit your supporting statement and equal opportunities monitoring form by no later than 12 noon on the 4th April 2025

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, tom.greer@twfire.gov.uk

Pre-employment checks

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

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

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

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

Key employee benefits

 Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days plus Public Holidays and 3 local days to be used over the Christmas period
 Flexi-time scheme in operation
 Local government pension scheme
 Free on-site parking
 Free on-site gym
 Blue light discount
 Car leasing scheme

Senior Fire Safety Inspecting Officer

Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 8 (£38,626 – £41,511)
Hours: Full Time – 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time)
Work Pattern: Mon – Fri
Location: To be agreed on appointment

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Business Fire Safety, Building Regulations and Complex Buildings Team.

The overall purpose of the role will be to support the District Manager, as well as the wider Business Fire Safety team and other colleagues within South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue, by sharing knowledge and experience in relation to Building Regulations and complex buildings.

The main duties of this role include:

•                      Reviewing Building Regulations consultations, including complex premises submissions

•                      Undertake fire safety audits in buildings which have complex or fire engineered designs

•                      Provide fire safety advice, guidance, engagement and technical support in relation to fire engineered and complex buildings, as well as

•                      Providing leadership, support and mentoring to Business Fire Safety Inspectors in relation to the auditing of heritage buildings that require fire engineered or complex fire precautions.

To be considered for this role you must hold the Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or equivalent, as well as the Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design, or be willing to work towards this.

For more information about the role contact Amber Merrills, 07795 012 880 or amerrills@syfire.gov.uk

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

To apply for the post please download an application form from our website or contact recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours on Friday 9th May 2025

Interviews will be held week commencing 26th May 2025

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays.  Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days.  We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Most of our corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their line manager. Flexi time can be accrued with a potential of up to 13 days to be taken within a year.

All eligible corporate staff are auto-enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme. Further information on the scheme, and additional benefits, can be found on the LGPS website.

Other benefits include (but not limited to) – enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union.

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults.

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.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Commercial and Procurement Officer

Job Role Title:  Commercial and Procurement Officer

Salary:  Grade F (£34,314- £37,938)

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Closing date:  23:59 on 02 April 2025

Job Summary

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Commercial and Procurement Officer. If you have a passion for ensuring value for money, impeccable contract and supplier management skills, and an ability of maintaining strong relationships while ensuring compliance with legislation and internal governance, this is the role for you!

Benefits you will receive:

·         Competitive salary

·         Flexible working

·         Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays

·         Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules)

·         Full support for ongoing professional development

·         On-site gym facilities

·         Free onsite parking

·         Access to an emergency services discount card

·         Use of our occupational health unit

·         You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Recruitment Schedule:

Closing date:  23:59 on 02 April 2025

Interview and test date: w/c 14 April 2025

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion (ENEI)
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asians in the Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance- Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Lifetime Allowance – Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Job Objectives:

· Support all procurement activities across the organisation, from sourcing to contract management.

· Implement best practices to achieve optimal value for money in all procurement processes.

· Drive cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or efficiency.

· Ensure thorough adherence to legislation, regulations, and internal governance in all procurement processes.

· Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers to ensure a continuous and collaborative partnership.

Skills:

·Excellent communication skills, with the ability to converse effectively and provide clear advice.

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful  relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and colleagues, and promote a positive departmental culture.

· High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with a solid foundation in financial and budgetary reporting and high-level numeracy skills.

Firefighter Control Temporary

£26,852 starting salary

Increasing to £27,970 per annum during Development and £35,791 per annum when deemed Competent in role (It is expected that Competent status is achieved between 18 and 24 months of commencing employment).

Temporary positions (for approx. 12 months initially, with the possibility of extension, subject to funding)

Based at Ascot Drive Fire Station, Derby (with the requirement to work from other Fire Control locations within the region as necessary).

Application are also welcome from Competent Firefighter Control Operators interested in a transfer into Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service.

The first vital part of firefighting equipment?  – The phone.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service responds to thousands of calls each year.  These can range from multiple road traffic collisions, property fires and chemical spillages to rubbish fires or animal rescue.  So how do the Firefighters know where to go and what to expect?  That is the responsibility of the Firefighter Control.  Fire Control has an essential and extremely important role to play.  It is far more than a call handling centre – it forms the central hub of all Fire Service activity.

ARE YOU:

  • Over 18 years of age
  • A good communicator
  • Calm under pressure
  • Capable of prioritising tasks
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Able to adjust between quiet and busy periods
  • Prepared to work shifts, public holidays and weekends
  • Looking for a job with good salary, benefits and career prospects
  • Able to confirm GCSE Mathematics and English grades A – C or 9 – 4 (or equivalent) qualifications
  • Capable of typing and have good keyboard skills
  • Have a full valid UK driving licence

Normal working hours are 42 hours per week, the shift system involves 2 days, 2 nights and 4 rota days over a rolling period. There may be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.

Please see below further information in relation to Awareness Sessions about the role.

In return we offer;

  • Full uniform
  • Flexible working hours
  • Family friendly policies
  • Free, secure on-site car parking
  • Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Employee support networks
  • Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria)
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme

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

If you are an existing On-Call Employee with DFRS and are successful in gaining a Control role, please note that the maximum number of hours On-Call cover you are able to provide is 60 hours per week.  For further guidance, please refer to the Secondary Employment Policy and the Retained Flexible Contracts – Local Collective Agreement.

We are committed to equality and fairness at work.  Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities. Under the Disability Confident scheme, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability that meet the essential criteria for the role.

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.

Due to the sensitive nature of the duties that the postholder will be expected to undertake, a standard disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be requested for the successful applicant.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 27th April 2025. Interviews and assessment / job related tests will take place week commencing Monday 12 May 2025.

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

Awareness Session

Ever wondered what it’s like to work in a Control Room? Now’s your chance to find out! We’re hosting awareness sessions where you can step into our Control Room and experience the thrill of working in control.

Discover Our Service: Learn all about what we do and how we make a difference every day.

For further information and to book a session please click here.

Vehicle Technician (HGV)

Vehicle Technician (HGV)

Salary £35,235 per annum (plus guaranteed standby payment of £5,423) + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of Vehicle Technician (HGV).

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

As an HGV Technician you will:

 Undertake maintenance of the Services fleet of appliances, light vans, cars and marine craft.
 Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs on any reported defects.
 Prepare vehicles for MOT.
 Carry out all work in a safe manner at all times.
 Attend Stations and other Service locations to carry out maintenance/repairs

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

• A relevant Mechanical qualification such as a technical certificate, NVQ or apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in a work environment of diagnosing and rectifying faults including those present in electrical/electronic systems fitted to modern vehicles and plant.
• Ability to undertake all types of mechanical repairs including hydraulics, diesel and petrol engines, automatic transmissions, retarders, full air braking systems, ABS and traction control systems
• Ability to fabricate basic components using a variety of materials, including metal and wood.
• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Ability to work consistently and to deadlines whilst producing good quality work.

About our department

The Technical Services Centre is a purpose-built facility on Baltic Road in Gateshead. Technical Services is a modernised central transport, property and equipment maintenance and supply facility.

The Technical Services department co-ordinates the development and delivery of asset storage and issue, maintenance, evaluation, specification and compliance with all technical, legal and policy standards. Its primary purpose is to facilitate the effective and efficient management of transport and operational equipment assets along with the provision of PPE, fuel and consumables, which supports the continuous improvement of service delivery.

The Selection Process

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

Stage Timeline*
Advert closes – Friday 21st March 2025 at 12:00 noon
Notification of shortlist – W/C 24th March 2025
On-site assessment: – Interview WC 31st March 2025
*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 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. Cover letters and CV’s will not be accepted.

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 Workshop Manager Tom Greer via Tom.greer@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.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

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

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

Key employee benefits

 Generous leave entitlement commencing at 23 days plus Public Holidays and 3 local days to be used over the Christmas period
 Flexi-time scheme in operation
 Local government pension scheme
 Free on-site parking
 Free on-site gym
 Blue light discount
 Car leasing scheme

Strategic Estates Project Coordinator

Job Title: Strategic Estates Project Coordinator

Grade: Grade F

Salary: £36,124 per annum rising by annual increments to £38,626. More information on salaries and progression can be found on our pay and policies page

Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week

Location: The base location for this role is Dorchester Support Offices in Poundbury but there will be the flexibility to work from home / DWFRS Stations / Support Offices. The successful postholder will be required to travel across the two counties of Dorset and Wiltshire as and when required to attend meetings and act as a representative for the team.

Appointment Type: Permanent

Contact: For a chat about this post, please contact Leigh Emery, Estates Strategic Project Manager on 07990 950372 or email leigh.emery@dwfire.org.uk

Closing and Interview date: The closing date for applications is Sunday 6th April 2025 (midnight). It is intended that interviews will take place on Wednesday 16th April 2025 at Dorchester Support Offices in Poundbury. Should you be shortlisted for interview, further details regarding the interview format will be provided before the interview date.

About the role

Due to expansion within our Estates Team, we are looking for a Project Coordinator to join the team.

This is a great opportunity to work closely alongside the Estates Strategic Project Manager in implementing change and improvements to the estate through a variety project work, some of which is large scale such as the implementation of a brand-new training centre.

The successful applicant will gain vast and valuable experience in supporting with this work and will have the opportunity to grow and develop their own skills and knowledge.

Primarily the postholder will support the Estates Strategic Project Manager in liaising with internal and external stakeholders, undertaking all administration aspects of the project work using project management information systems and MS Office applications such as outlook, excel and teams.

Due to the nature of the role supporting different projects across the Service in Dorset and Wiltshire there will be a requirement for the successful postholder to travel around the Service to attend meetings, meet stakeholders and attend project sites etc.

If this role sounds like something you could see yourself doing, then we would encourage you to complete the application form or alternatively contact Leigh Emery on the contact details above to discuss the role in more detail.

We look forward to hearing from you.

As Strategic Estates Project Coordinator you will:

  • Monitor and coordinate the delivery of Strategic Estates Projects for the Service.
  • Provide project management expertise liaising with key internal and external stakeholders to assist in the delivery of project progress and risk management.
  • Work closely with internal teams such as Service Improvement, Service Delivery and ICT to support the development, implementation and delivery of key projects.

What makes you our ideal Strategic Estates Project Coordinator:

  • You will meet the essential requirements of the job role as detailed on the Person Specification.
  • You will have proven experience in a similar role working across multiple projects.
  • You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • You will have effective organisational, prioritisation and time management skills.

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

We offer a wide range of employee benefits and strive to ensure that staff are valued and rewarded. For example, we offer:

  • A flexi time scheme
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • A generous annual leave allowance of 29 days per annum, plus 8 bank holidays. Pro-rata amount depending on your start date. Annual leave rises to 31 days per annum after five years’ Service.
  • A variety of family friendly schemes including 39 weeks’ full pay during maternity leave (subject to qualifying criteria)
  • Access to a variety of health & well-being services
  • Emergency Service Blue Light Card

Other Information:

  • You must have a full current driving licence and be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the role. Use of your own vehicle will be required; however, a Service vehicle may be available. Please note Service vehicles are manual transmission only.
  • If you are unable to drive due to a disability, we would still welcome your application and will explore any reasonable adjustments that could be put in place.
  • A Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) clearance will be undertaken on the successful individual prior to offer of employment.
  • Any offer of employment will be subject to full pre-employment checks which include identity checks, right to work in the UK, medical and receipt of satisfactory references, and an explanation of any gaps in employment in the last 3 years.
  • We are currently reviewing our drug and alcohol testing arrangements and are likely to introduce pre-employment drug testing as part of the recruitment process for certain roles.
  • Please click here for information relating to raising tax awareness and pension considerations when applying for a job.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Dorset &; Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, an organisation that is passionate about changing and saving lives. Our corporate staff are absolutely vital in helping to make our communities safer and healthier. Without them, we couldn’t do it.

To find out more and apply:

Our Candidate Charter outlines the commitments we make to you when applying for a vacancy with us.

Please note we do not accept CV’s in place of application forms.

We welcome the use of AI responsibly and ethically to demonstrate your skills in your application, but please don’t allow it to overshadow your own unique voice.

While we appreciate innovative approaches, we also value authenticity. Our assessment considers both the content of the application and how it was created, ensuring fairness and inclusivity for all applicants. At the end of the day – we want YOU to work for us!

You should ensure you include satisfactory evidence in your application to demonstrate all of the areas stated as being measured at the Application Stage on the Person Specification. This will ensure you have the best opportunity of progressing to the next stage of the selection process.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. All applications will be treated on merit and staff involved in recruitment and selection processes undertake unconscious bias training.

We are committed to the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee an interview to applicants with a disclosed disability if they meet the minimum criteria for the post to which they are applying. Please tell us in confidence if this applies to you, or if there are any reasonable adjustments that would help you apply for this post.

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

If you hold international qualifications, you will be required to provide official evidence that shows how these compare to UK Qualifications. We will accept a Statement of Comparability from a UK organisation called ENIC which can be obtained via their website. Please note that UK ENIC charge for this service, so if you request a Statement of Compatibility, you will be required to pay for it as we are unable to reimburse you.

For further guidance on how to complete your application, please refer to the Job Application Guidance Notes. If you are experiencing difficulties completing your application or have a need to complete your application in an alternative format due to a disability, please contact HR Resourcing on 01722 691444 within plenty of time of the closing date of the position you are applying for.

Values & Behaviours Framework

Our recruitment, assessment and progression processes are based on our Code of Ethics that has been developed specifically for Fire and Rescue Services. When recruiting, we identify the most important behaviours for the role and these are used as part of the short-listing and selection process.