Fire sector jobs

The Brigade’s workforce planning forecast has identified that there will be a number of Wholetime Station Manager opportunities across the organisation over the coming year. In preparation for this we are seeking suitable applicants who wish to be considered for promotion or inter-service transfer.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a leading, forward thinking and high performing Fire and Rescue Service. We are looking for individuals who possess excellent leadership and communication skills, a proven ability to influence and motivate staff whilst also maintaining the highest levels of service delivery to ensure improvement of safety within our communities through the planning, design and delivery of prevention, protection and emergency response services. The ability to support the service in the implementation of changes associated with its CIRMP whilst championing the Brigade’s values and behaviours is essential. Station Managers will be required to perform response incident command at Level 2 forming part of the Brigades governance arrangements on the Flexi-Duty Rota; therefore the ability to provide Operational Incident Command at Level 2 is essential and will be assessed as part of the selection process.

You will be joining a proud, passionate, professional and inclusive team and will have access to a range of benefits including:

• Flexible working with our annualised hours system
• Membership of the Local Government career average pension scheme
• Family friendly policies to help you manage your home and work life balance
• Free access to up to date on-site gyms
• Support when you may need it from the Fire Fighters Charity
• Discounts from local and national chains / suppliers with your Blue Light Card
• 24/7 Employee Assistance line plus excellent occupational health services r
• Free parking at any of our sites

This opportunity is open to internal and external Wholetime candidates who meet the below pre-requisite requirements:

• Substantive and competent* Station Manager (grey book external candidates) or
• Substantive and competent* Watch Manager (grey book internal and external candidates)
• Hold a full driving license
• Live within the Fire Authority borders or can provide operational response (Flexi Duty Rota) from a base location agreed with the Chief Fire Officer
• Must not be subject to a live capability or disciplinary warning/proceedings
• Medically fit to undertake role * must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Emergency Fire Services Watch Management (or equivalent)

For an informal discussion about the role with Assistant Chief Fire Officer Carl Boasman or Senior Head of Emergency Response Dave Turton please contact 01429 874004.

To request an application pack please email recruitment@clevelandfire.gov.uk or click the link below.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and aim to ensure that our workforce is representative of the communities we serve. We understand that having a workforce which is made up of those from the wide range of communities, localities and backgrounds will enable us to offer the best possible service through strong community links, better understanding of our communities and providing opportunities for all. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black or Minority Ethnic Backgrounds (BME), those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT) or are registered as disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce

Crew Manager Promotions/Transfer Pool Process- Operation Assessment (IToCP) Booking and Advanced Information

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is committed to keeping our communities safer, and we need exceptional people to help us do that. Our Service is undergoing a significant period of change designed to improve efficiently, further empower managers and allow us to better support the communities we serve. 

 We will shortly, therefore, be seeking applications for our Crew and Watch Manager pools. Those wishing to obtain a substantive or temporary promotion across any duty system in operation within ESFRS (except East Sussex Fire Control which will be advertised separately if/when appropriate), will only be able to do so through participation in this forthcoming process. This includes those who wish to transfer at the same substantive rank.

 The Level 1 Initial Test of Command Potential (IToCP) provides ESFRS with a means of selecting assertive, effective and safe incident commanders at all levels across the Service, and therefore forms an integral part of the Crew Manager Pool process.  All prospective Crew Manager candidates will be required to undertake an ESFRS IToCP if they cannot demonstrate certified at Level 1/ Foundation Incident Command through a Skills for Justice accredited course.

 With this in mind, any candidates who intend to pursue a Crew Manager role within East Sussex through this next process- due to commence shortly- and who do not already hold the Level 1 qualification through Skills for Justice are now being asked to book on to the next IToCPs which will be happening in October.  Full details for the recruitment process will be released in a few weeks’ time.

 External colleagues- please only book onto the IToCP if you are intending to apply for a promotion/transfer to Crew Manager in this process.  Once you have booked on, you must email recruitment@esfrs.org so we can register your details.  

Please note that whilst the IToCP will gain you entry to the recruitment process, you will not be eligible for substantive promotion until you have gained your qualification.

 The IToCP comprises two parts, a technical test and a practical test:

 Command Knowledge Technical Test

 The first element, the Command Knowledge Technical Test will take place on the following dates; 

• Wednesday 14^th October at 10:00 hrs and 14:00pm at ESFRS Service Training Centre
• Thursday 15^th October at 10:00 hrs and 14:00pm at ESFRS Service Training Centre
• Friday 16^th October at 10:00 hrs and 14:00pm at ESFRS Service Training Centre

 This is in the form of an hour long multiple choice question paper (please advise prior if any reasonable adjustments are required), with questions taken from the following syllabus; 

• The Incident Command System OPS(P)18_01
• Risk Assessment Procedures H&S01_04
• Breathing Apparatus Procedures: OPS(P)03_01 to OPS(P)03_10 inclusive
• Operational Assurance: Incident Debriefing & Organisational Learning OPS(P)18_10_V4
• Operational Mentoring OPS(P)18_18
• Command Support Units OPS(P)18_19
• Operational Assurance OPS(P)18_20
• Building Fires TOG(PF)F00_01_V1
• Fire - Residential Buildings High Rise TOG(PF)F03_10_V2
• Basement Fires TOG(PF)FAH07_00_V2
• Hazardous Materials TOG(PF)H00_01_V1
• Environmental Protection TOG(PF)G06 _00_V1

 All the above documents are available to internal candidates on the ESFRS Intranet.  External Candidates please email IncidentCommandTrainingTeam@esfrs.org to obtain electronic copies of these documents.

 To book attendance on one of the dates please use the ‘Eventbrite’ link and password below:

•  Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/l1-itocp-written-assessment-tickets-120035335921
•  Password: Incident Command

Practical Test

 A practical test – open to those who have passed the Technical Test - will take place on the following dates;

•  Monday 19 ^th October at ESFRS Service Training Centre
• Tuesday 20^th October at ESFRS Service Training Centre
• Thursday 22^nd October at ESFRS Service Training Centre
• Friday 23^rd October at ESFRS Service Training Centre

 This too will be bookable on Eventbrite via a link and password made available to all those who pass the Technical Test.

 The Practical Test will comprise of the following 3 elements:-

•  A presentation in the format of your choice on Basement Fires. To last 12 minutes followed by 3-4 questions.
• A Standard Drill any one of P5, P8, L3, L4, L5 from the FRS Training Manual. Duration of approximately 20 minutes.
• A simulated incident scenario using XVR, which will be an opportunity for you to demonstrate your ability to adapt to changing priorities. Duration of approximately 20 minutes.

If you have any questions or would like to know more about the IToCPs please contact the Incident Command Training and Assessment Team (IncidentCommandTrainingTeam@esfrs.org).  For questions about the recruitment process, please email recruitment@esfrs.org. 

Operational Wholetime Crew Managers - Permanent and Temporary Vacancies

Day Duty and Shift System (42 hours per week)

Various locations across the Service

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is a high achieving, dynamic and forward thinking organisation. During this recruitment and selection process we will be looking for positive, talented and inspirational individuals who will be able to help shape and lead the organisation in the years to come, ensuring that the level of service received by the people of Derbyshire continues to be of the highest standard.

Due to our workforce planning profile, we expect to appoint a number of individuals to substantive roles. Following final interviews some successful candidates may be appointed immediately subject to security vetting and other relevant employment checks. Other successful candidates may be appointed as appropriate up until the start of the next Crew Manager promotion process. 

These opportunities are open to anyone who is a current local authority substantive competent Wholetime or On-Call Firefighter or above.

All candidates must be able to provide evidence of having achieved 2 passes at IFE Level 3 Certificate, in

• Fire Operations (mandatory)
• and either: Fire Engineering Science or Fire Safety

Further information is outlined in the Service Procedure – Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE) Examinations which is available on FireView or by requesting from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue, Service Centre on 01773 305441.

Applicants must note that Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service require successful candidates to complete the Management & Leadership Development Programme (MLDP). Further information can be found in the Service Procedure: Progression and the Managerial & Leadership Development Programme (MLDP) located on FireView or by request from the Service Centre.

Guidance on the Pension implications of undertaking a temporary role / promotion can be found by following the link below to FireView or by request from the Service Centre: Pension Implications of Temporary Promotion - Briefing Note

If you are an existing On-Call Employee with DFRS and are successful in gaining a Wholetime 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.

For roles based at Headquarters, Ripley or Joint Training Centre, Ripley - Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.

We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.

The closing date for the above vacancies is midnight on Sunday 11th October 2020.

The Job related tests & interview process will take place week commencing 26th October 2020.

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

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is a high achieving, dynamic and forward thinking organisation. During this recruitment and selection process we will be looking for positive, talented and inspirational individuals who will be able to help shape and lead the organisation in the years to come, ensuring that the level of service received by the people of Derbyshire continues to be of the highest standard.

Due to our workforce planning profile we expect to appoint a number of individuals to substantive roles before the start of the next Watch Manager promotion process. All successful candidates will be subject to the necessary security vetting and other relevant employment checks. Successful candidates will be appointed on an organisational needs basis. Please note that this may not be immediate as the Service does not currently have any substantive Watch Manager Vacancies. However all successful candidates will remain appointable until the conclusion of the next Watch Manager promotion process in the Autumn of 2021.

These opportunities are open to anyone who is a current local authority substantive competent Wholetime or On-Call Crew or Watch Manager.

All candidates must:

• Be competent at Level 1 Incident Command.
• Be able to provide evidence of having achieved 2 papers at IFE Level 3 Diploma which must include;
• Fire Operations (mandatory)

And either:

•  Fire Engineering Science or
• Fire Safety

Further information is outlined in the Service Procedure – Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE) Examinations which is available on FireView or by request from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue, Service Centre on 01773 305441.

Applicants must note that Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service require successful candidates to complete the Management & Leadership Development Programme (MLDP). Further information can be found in the Service Procedure: Progression and the Managerial & Leadership Development Programme (MLDP) located on FireView or by request from the Service Centre.

Guidance on the Pension implications of undertaking a temporary role / promotion can be found by following the link below to FireView or by request from the Service Centre: Pension Implications of Temporary Promotion - Briefing Note for Candidates

If you are an existing On-Call Employee with DFRS and are successful in gaining a Wholetime 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.

For roles based at Headquarters, Ripley or Joint Training Centre, Ripley - Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.

We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.

To apply please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/derbyshirefire/vacancies.aspx

The interview process will take place week commencing Monday 9th November 2020.

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

Operational Risk - Fire Protection Officer