Fire sector jobs

Operational Intelligence Technician

• Salary:  £23,541 - £27,041 per annum
• Hours: 36.25 per week (Monday – Friday)
• Contract: Fixed term – 24 months  
• Job type: Manual / Technical
• Location: Various locations across Greater Manchester
• Closing date: 28/04/2021 at 23:59           

 
Role Profile.docx

Your role:

As an Operational Risk Technician, you will work as part of a team of specialists reporting to the ORT Manager. Your core role will be to undertake site inspections and support operational crews in the gathering and recording of operational risk information.

You will also deliver risk information training to operational teams and assist in the quality assurance process by ensuring that records are maintained in an accurate, consistent and timely manner.

About you:

Our ideal candidate will have experience of in a UK fire and rescue service, in a similar role or organisation. 

You will have a sound knowledge of the built environment including building design and elements of construction, facilities and fixed installations used by fire fighters at incidents, hazard and risk principles.

You will also be required to demonstrate good interpersonal skills, a reasonable knowledge of IT systems and the ability to work as part of a high performing team. You will be committed to diversity, inclusion and staff engagement in accordance with GMFRS core values.

If you have good communication skills, can work as part of a team, have a co-operative and flexible approach to work and can work with a range of partners then you have the right attributes to apply for this role.

About us:

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue service is one of the largest Fire and Rescue Services outside London with more than 2,100 members of staff and 41 fire stations. We cover an area of approximately 500 square miles and a culturally diverse population of 2.8 million people. With an international airport serving over 200 destinations, a major motorway network plus over 200 train and tram stations Greater Manchester County presents some of the most operationally varied challenges you will find.

From modern inner-city developments to traditional mill towns, Greater Manchester is made up of ten very different districts - Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and Wigan.

Our vision is to make Greater Manchester a safer place by being a modern, community focused and influential Fire and Rescue Service.

GMFRS are now part of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, as an employer we are made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Recourses; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.

We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We 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.

The GMCA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation

To find out more about working for us please click here: www.manchesterfire.gov.uk

Our offer:

In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer, which includes:

• - Flexible working conditions with the ability to accrue 2 flexi days every 4 weeks (up to grade 11)
• - Commitment to diversity and inclusivity with 4 active staff networks for; LGBTA, BAME, Disability and Womens
• - Family friendly policies including parental leave (maternity, shared parental, adoption, maternity support)
• - Ability to buy additional annual leave
• - Generous Annual leave scheme - 25 days + Bank Holidays per annum upon starting, after 5 years service increase to 30 days + BH and after 10 years service increase to 32 days +BH.
• - Local Government Pension Scheme
• - Employer investment in training and development, and professional sponsorship including CPD
• - Corporate travel loans
• - Cycle scheme
• - Discount scheme (MiRewards) on local and national high street brands
• - Health and wellbeing offer - Occupational Health and Employee Assistance programme
• - Modern city centre offices (role specific)
• - Sports and welfare club

Mandatory Information:

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COVID-19:

Please also note, due to COVID-19 and the social distancing guidance, all interviews will be taking place virtually on Microsoft Teams or Skype. For more guidance and hints and tips for remote interviewing see our website: https://www.greater.jobs/content/10275/our-top-tips-for-video-interviews If successful on application, the hiring manager will be in contact so that you can both test the technology before the interview.

Employees on the redeployment register will be given priority for any vacancies in the first instance. If employees are identified as a match from the register then the vacancy may be withdrawn or put on hold pending an outcome.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and will require disclosure of all convictions including those considered spent under the Act. The role holder will be subject to a basic level check by the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Personal Assistant

• Based at: Avon Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Portishead BS20 8JJ
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
• Salary: Hay 9 (£22,183 - £25,481)
• Closing date: 12:00 (midday) on Wednesday 28 April 2021

We have an exciting opportunity for a Personal Assistant to join Avon Fire & Rescue Service. Within this role you will provide a fully comprehensive and confidential Personal Assistant service to the Principal Officers by providing administrative and secretarial support. The Personal Assistant will also assist with some elements of the Democratic Services function, and to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective administrative support service to Members and the Statutory Officers.

You will be responsible for anticipating and preparing information requirements for meetings, presentations and appointments. This will include producing and circulating agendas/papers for internal meetings. You will maintain appointment diaries and arrange meetings as necessary, including making arrangements for internal and external meetings, dealing with travel arrangements and accommodation.

We are looking for a highly organised individual who has previous experience as a Personal Assistant and of working in an executive team environment supporting all aspects of administration.

It is essential to this role that you have effective literacy, numeracy and organisational skills to undertake a range of tasks to agreed deadlines. You must also be competent in using a variety of Microsoft Software packages.  

The successful candidate must be able to work effectively within a team and be committed to customer care and satisfaction.

Please note - as this post is based at our new Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check.

To see the full duties of the role and candidate criteria required please see the job description provided.

How to apply:

The job description and application is available to download on our website https://www.yesyoucan.careers/. Once you have read the job description please complete the application form telling us how you meet the requirements of the role - tell us how your skills, qualifications and experience match those required for this role, and provide examples wherever you can. The information you give us will assist us in our shortlisting process. Alternatively, you can submit your CV with a covering letter detailing how you meet the essential criteria of the job description. 

Completed applications must be submitted to Human Resources, Avon Fire & Rescue Service, Police & Fire Headquarters, PO Box 37, Valley Road, Portishead, Bristol BS20 8JJ by the closing date and time. Alternatively, you can email your application to recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk. Late applications will not be accepted. 

Please quote job reference number 1013 on any communications. Thank you.

Wholetime Firefighter, Crew & Watch Manager

Level Transfers at all role levels

Are you interested in a new challenge and in joining a great and inclusive Team? A role where you can help support and protect the diverse communities of Warwickshire?

If so, we would really like to hear from you! Warwickshire Fire and Rescue are accepting speculative applications from:

• Wholetime Firefighters (Competent)
• Wholetime Crew Managers
• Wholetime Watch Managers

Applications are invited from personnel occupying the above positions in UK Fire and Rescue Services, including those from the Ministry of Defence Fire and Rescue Services.

Are you interested in a level transfer into our service? Applicants should require only limited conversion training, subject to providing evidence and being able to demonstrate competence using training and professional development records.

Job advert details

It is not an essential requirement that applicants are able to provide an address within the Warwickshire area. Our service is looking to create a list of applicants with exemplary values and behaviours, that we can draw upon in the future.

Eligibility criteria:

• Current substantive competent wholetime Firefighters, Crew Managers and Watch Managers, within a UK Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service or MOD Fire & Rescue Services
• In date for all operational training in line with your current Service training policy and able to prove competency within the last 12 months against our Maintenance of Competence Training Programme.
• On appointment you would be required to work at locations at the exigencies of the service.
• Be medically fit to undertake the role of operational Firefighter, including evidence of passing a ‘FireFit’ V02 max fitness test, and to be a confident swimmer.

If you are interested please click Apply. Your details will be held on our records and we will contact you when we look for recruit.

In the meantime if you have any queries please email hrandpayroll@warwickshire.gov.uk

 Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. Would particularly welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from the BAME community, people with a disability and people from the LGBT+ Community.

Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) Coordinator

• Salary: £36,332 per annum
• Grade: FRS D
• Salary range: £36,332 - £41,597 per annum
• Contract type: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Application closing date: Friday 30 April 2021 at 16:00 GMT

A unique opportunity has arisen to join the Central Fire Safety Team in the role of Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) Coordinator. We are seeking a highly motivated individual, who can help us to reduce risks across the communities of London.

Reporting to the Team Leader – FSR Central Teams, you will be responsible for managing fire safety matters within the field of AFSS whilst carrying out the day to day role of an AFSS Coordinator. This includes working alongside, and being involved with, the other Central Team Coordinators (Heritage and Healthcare), driving these work streams forward as one of the Brigade’s subject matter experts.

You will be required to keep up to date with current and future fire safety developments, this includes engaging and maintaining effective working relationships with AFSS Stakeholders such as British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA) and National Fire Sprinkler Network (NFSN) . This role is key to shaping policies/national guidance and delivering information to key stakeholders both internally and externally, at all levels.

A key part of this role will involve engaging with outside agencies such as local authorities and housing providers, providing them with key information on AFSS and other fire safety related matters, promoting London Fire Brigade’s AFSS position/London Safety Plan (LSP) objectives. This part of the role will require individuals to possess good communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to influence both locally and nationally. The successful candidate will have an understanding of current legislation specific to AFSS fire safety, key developments and related emerging themes.

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

To apply, please complete the online application and upload the following documents:

• A copy of your up-to-date CV & a copy of your Fire Safety qualification.

• A cover letter (max. of two sided A4) clearly outlining the relevant experience, qualifications, skills and qualities you have to successfully perform this role (see the job description below). Please include in your cover letter evidence to address the following required skills and experience:

• Well developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are essential in order to develop and maintain relationships within the Brigade and with outside organisations at all levels.
• Experience of effective time management and prioritisation of completing tasks/workloads in a busy, diverse organisation.
• Experience of delivering quality outcomes with minimal supervision and on your own initiative.

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.

Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications will not 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.

Eligibility

Applicants must have a recognised qualification in Fire Safety – Minimum of level 4 certificate, working towards a diploma. Other relevant qualifications will be considered.

Assessment Overview

Stage 1

CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in May/June 2021. 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 and because of the current Covid-19 situation you will need to be able to conduct an interview over a video conferencing service such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams. You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

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.

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

Attachments

Job description 430358 FRS D AFSS Co ordinator 17 02 2021.pdf