Closing date: 01.02.2019 at 23:59
Deputy Chief Fire Officer
Location: Eyre Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Salary: £128,205 per annum
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority are seeking to appointment an ambitious and dynamic individual with a proven track record to the position of operational Deputy Chief Fire Officer. South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue considers itself to be a high performing, innovative organisation that is well regarded by the communities it serves and the partner agencies with which it does business. The Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to delivering its aspiration of “A Safer South Yorkshire”.
We have a challenging opportunity for a high calibre individual with drive, demonstrable strategic skills and political awareness to play a key role in leading the transformation of the Service for the future.
We are committed to building capacity at the top of our organisation and will support your ongoing development. In turn, you will oversee the evolution of the organisation and ensure that being fit for the future is kept high on our agenda. To succeed, you will have an open, transparent and inclusive style, being able to develop positive relationships with Members, colleagues and external stakeholders.
The successful candidate will need to lead the service in meeting the challenge of the Home Office reform agenda, including HMICFRS inspection, whilst ensuring that the level of service to the communities we serve remains effective and provides necessary assurance. Confidence in the corporate environment, an open and engaging style of leadership and a commitment to all aspects of diversity will be essential in building effective relationships with Authority Members, colleagues and external stakeholders in managing through this significant period of ongoing change.
Please see the links below for further supporting information:-
Letter to applicants:
Letter to Deputy Chief Fire Officer applicants.docx
Job Description: Deputy Chief Fire Officer - Job Description.doc
Person Specification: Deputy Chief Fire Officer - Person Specification.doc
Exposure Profile: Deputy Chief Fire Officer - Exposure Profile.doc
For a confidential conversation regarding this position contact James Courtney, Chief Fire Officer & Chief Executive, on 01142532201
Closing date for applications is: 1 February 2019.
All applications will be given equal consideration.