Watch Manager - 2 Locations

We currently have Watch Manager opportunities at Southend and Leigh fire stations.

As part of the process, applicants will be asked to confirm which stations they wish to be considered for, however expressing a preference is no guarantee of an offer for any of the stations listed.

This process may also identify candidates to fill future vacancies that may arise around the county within a twelve month period.

The role

We are looking for Watch Managers with skills and evidence in leading others who are looking to progress their careers, or existing Watch Managers looking to develop others on a busy and vital station, who share our values and ethics, and are looking to progress at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service.

About us

To help us deliver our mission and to help us on our journey, we are looking for highly motivated individuals with an enthusiasm and aptitude for leading others as a Watch Manager at Southend and Leigh fire stations.

About you

The right person for the role will be a role model to others on their station, demonstrating professionalism, an inclusive approach to leading others, and maintaining high standards. You will be committed to the development of yourself and others, and will be prepared to support your colleagues, alongside the operational responsibilities of a Watch Manager.

If you are excited by the opportunities to lead a Watch and support the development of firefighters and think you could make a positive difference to our people and communities, we would love you to apply., The assessment activity will take place in line with the Service's Recruitment Policy and promotion approach and will involve the following activities:

Stage 1

• Shortlisting (w/c Monday 3rd June)


Stage 2


• Leadership presentation (w/c 10th June. This presentation will include an additional discussion about inclusion, values and ethics.



• Operational assessment - this comprises of a drill, in-tray exercise, test paper (June 18th, 19th or 20th)
  
  hold a substantive role as a Watch Manager (wholetime / day duty)



• hold a substantive role as a Crew Manager (wholetime / day duty), and have been competent in role for a minimum of twelve months within a UK Fire and Rescue Service



• have successfully completed all relevant operation assessments and compulsory courses, and are competent in your current role



• hold Incident Command Level 1



• be able to travel around the county as required, to visit all ECFRS fire stations and sites



• not be subject to any current live disciplinary or performance warnings, nor be subject to any informal management for reasons of conduct or performance



• have a valid and current FiTech of 42 VO2 max, or be on the run and be actively engaged in a programme of fitness agreed under the Fitness policy, Disability Confident

About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.