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Area Manager

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
09/02/2018
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 26/02/2018 09:00
Salary:
£52,194 (Development) raising to £57,252
Hours per week:
42 hours per week
Job Category:
Executive / Managerial
Vacancy ID:
172100
Employment Location:
Service headquaters, Nissan Way, Barmston Mere, Washington, SR5 3QY
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
26 Feb
Further Information
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority are seeking to appoint an ambitious and forward-thinking individual, with evidence of senior level leadership, to the position of Area Manager. This role is an integral part of the Executive Leadership Team and ensure the provision of a professional, inclusive, innovative and effective Fire and Rescue Service in accordance with all statutory and legal duties.

We consider ourselves to be a high performing, inclusive and innovative organisation within the North East of England, who are well regarded by the communities we serve and the partner agencies with which we do business.

Operating in a challenging environment with significant financial pressures, the successful candidate will need to have the ability to deliver transformational change to ensure that local people continue to receive the best possible Service. You will need to demonstrate excellent leadership, resource management, business planning and decision-making skills; together with a proven track record of delivering organisational change and the ability to work effectively in partnership and in a political and unionised environment. An open and engaging style of management and a commitment to core values all aspects of diversity is essential.

You will need to hold a Strategic Managerial Assessment Pass or equivalent, be working as an existing Area Manager or substantive Group Manager (competent) and be able to demonstrate intellectual ability.

The post holder will be expected to provide operational cover on the Executive rota and be located (whilst on duty) within the Service area or extended on-call boundary. Candidates should also be competent in Incident Command Level 3 (Advanced) and demonstrate the aptitude to undertake Incident Command Level 4 (Strategic), to lead and support the resolution of large and complex operational incidents.

As an integral part of our community, we encourage individuals with experience of engaging and building positive relationship with individuals from across society. We welcome applications from all; and particularly encourage those from diverse and underrepresented groups. If you can champion original thinking, promote excellence, drive positive and sustainable change, and demonstrate strong leadership of equality and inclusion, then we would like to hear from you.

Full application pack can be obtained by emailing hr.helpdesk@twfire.gov.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.

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