Assistant Chief Fire Officer – Brigade Manager, £135,727 – £141,897
Relocation Package, employees who work the continuous duty system are provided with a vehicle.
Thank you for your interest in our recent advert. Within this information pack you will find details of the role and the selection process to assist you in completing and tailoring your application.
Applications must be received by noon on 6 November 2024.
Lancashire is an area in the Northwest of England, consisting or urban areas, suburbs, semi-rural and countryside locations.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue service has a long and proud history as a valued part of communities across the county, helping to keep safe and responding to emergencies.
Our people are at the heart of our achievements. Motivated, professional and determined to make a difference. Coupled with the highest standards of operational effectiveness, this helps us to reach our goals and a long-standing commitment to continuous improvement keeps the Service evolving.
As the Director for Service Delivery, you will strengthen the values and leadership that shape our culture and providing an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to develop and thrive.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to innovation and working as part of a strong, effective leadership team you will influence the future direction of travel of Lancashire Fire and Rescue.
We are looking for an exceptional leader with high levels of integrity, a commitment to equality diversity and inclusion and engagement.
As an experienced competent Area or Brigade Manager, you will be able to demonstrate a track record of improving performance and possess outstanding communication skills and leadership qualities. Building on our recent HMICFRS inspection you will have the innovation and commitment to develop LFRS into an Outstanding Service, with a long-term vision, ensuring we continue to deliver efficient, quality services to the residents of Lancashire.
It is essential that candidates hold a minimum of a Level 7 qualification and a valid ICL 3 Operational Assessment.
Working arrangements: Continuous Duty System
The postholder can live outside of the County, but there is a requirement that when the postholder is first on the rota, the postholder is in a place where they can attend Lancashire Police Headquarters at Hutton (SCG) or LFRS HQ within 90 minutes.
Provided car
NJC for Brigade Managers of Fire and Rescue services (Gold Book)
We offer:
In addition to generous terms and conditions we offer a range of policies which support individuals to reach their full potential including: Family friendly policies, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay, wellbeing benefits, career development opportunities, access to comprehensive training and development, as well as diverse and active staff networks
This pack should provide you with the relevant information you need to make an application, however if you require further information or wish to discuss any aspect of the advertised role, please contact us for an informal professional discussion using the following details:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please contact our recruitment partners in the first instance, Fire Knowledge Executive Recruitment for an informal and confidential discussion with Dave Etheridge by email or by ringing 07775 827265.
Jon Charters, CFO designate:
Advert Open: 14 October 2024
Closing Date for Applications: 6 November 2024
Assessment Centre including Online testing: Week commencing 11 November 2024
Ops Assessment: Week commencing 18 November 2024
Formal Interview, including Members of the Fire Authority week commencing 25 November 2024
Appointment to be made following the conclusion of the formal interview stage.
Job Description and Employee specification
Lancashire Combined Fire Authority
A relocation package is applicable
Please include name, address and telephone number of two referees. Candidates should state their relationship with each referee. Employment references will be taken up for the successful candidate only.
Candidates will be required to bring evidence of their qualifications to the assessment day if shortlisted.
The preferred candidate following the shortlist interview will be required to undergo pre-employment health screening
The post will be subject to full security vetting and due to the nature of these posts, they are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and convictions, whether spent or unspent, must be declared.
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