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Assistant Chief Fire Officer - Eastleigh, United Kingdom - Shared Services Partnership
Description
Job Details:
Salary: £139,000 per annum
Work Location: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service HQ, Eastleigh
Hours per week: 42
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 14 May 2024
Are you an inspirational, people focused leader with a passion for public safety?
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as Assistant Chief Fire Officer specifically as Director of Operations, leading our dedicated Operations teams in protecting and serving the communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
About Us:
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is a forward-thinking organisation committed to safeguarding lives, property, and the environment. With a rich history of service excellence and innovation, we are dedicated to delivering the highest standards of service delivery to achieve our purpose of 'Together We Make Life Safer.'
For more information please see About - Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service
Role Overview:
As Director of Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of our service delivery, ensuring the effective deployment of resources, and maintaining the highest standards of Prevention, Protection and Responding to Incidents. You will lead a dynamic team of firefighters, officers, and support staff, driving continuous improvement and innovation to meet the evolving needs of our communities.
Benefits of Role:
Working as part of our high performing Executive Group the successful candidate will be supported with professional development such as executive coaching, specific director qualification and other role specific requirements dependent on current attainments.
The area we serve is one of the most beautiful areas within the UK and we recognise that relocation can be challenging. We have a full relocation package which is negotiable for the right candidate. We do not require the candidate to live within Hampshire or Isle of Wight but expect the successful candidate to provide visible leadership across the Service.
We offer a salary of c£139,000 with a provided vehicle allocated and access to an employer contributed pension scheme. Gold Book terms and conditions of employment. You will be expected to join the operational rota as a Level 4 strategic officer on continuous duty.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take on this exciting leadership role and make a positive impact on the safety and well-being of our communities, we invite you to apply by completing the application form and attaching your CV and a covering letter (with maximum wordcount of 1000 words) outlining your suitability for the position.
Successful applicants will be invited for a technical interview, followed by online assessments, an introduction to the organisation and final interviews. The expected appointment will be made in June 2024.
Join us in our mission to protect and serve the residents of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Together, we make life safer.
Additional Information:
Assistant Chief Fire Officer (Director of Operations) Job Description and Person Specification
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HIWFRS Values:
Vetting Requirements:
This post is subject to a Criminal Records and Security Check.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
DCFO Stewart Adamson on or
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat indirect discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied to any posts which may unintentionally exclude certain groups of potential applicants from applying or have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, disability, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, creed, sexuality, trade union activity or responsibility for dependants unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.
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