Operational Wholetime Crew Managers Location: Derbyshire Salary: £44,742 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, 42 hours per week Closing Date: 29th of November 2026 Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is a high achieving, dynamic and forward-thinking organisation. During this recruitment and selection process we will be looking for positive, talented and inspirational individuals who will be able to help shape and lead the organisation, ensuring that the level of service received by the people of Derbyshire continues to be of the highest standard. About the Role: Due to our workforce planning profile, successful candidates who are deemed Appointable will enter the Appointable Pool, during which time appointments to substantive and temporary vacancies will be made in accordance with organisational need. Being deemed Appointable confirms eligibility for appointment but does not constitute an offer of a specific role or vacancy. These opportunities are open to anyone who is a current local authority substantive competent Wholetime or On-Call Firefighter looking for promotion or an existing Crew Manager looking to transfer. All applicants must demonstrate the following: Evidence of aligning with the Core Code of Ethics and demonstrating the behaviours expected within the Promotion Readiness Criteria: * Operational Effectiveness * Personal Impact * Outstanding Leadership * Service Delivery * Organisational Effectiveness * Competency in current role which includes completion of all development/training and currently in ticket for all core skills. * For all posts - provide evidence of having passed the IFE Level 3 Certificate in Fire Operations (L3C2) Candidates who do not hold the appropriate IFE paper will not be able to enter the process. Further information is outlined in the Service Procedures – Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE) Examinations and Promotions and Progression, both of which can be found in the links at the end of the page. Successful candidates that do not hold a Level 1 Incident Command Qualification will be required to undertake an initial Level 1 Incident Command course with assessment. Appointments will only be offered upon successful completion of the Level 1 course. External applicants will receive full information regarding programme requirements and access arrangements following appointment. In return we offer; * Flexible working hours * Family friendly policies * Free, secure on-site car parking * Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations * Employee discount scheme * Employee support networks * Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria) * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Eligibility to join the Firefighters’ Pension Scheme If you are an existing On-Call Employee with DFRS and are successful in gaining a Wholetime role, please note that the maximum number of hours On-Call cover you are able to provide is 60 hours per week. For further guidance, please refer to the Secondary Employment Policy and the Retained Flexible Contracts - Local Collective Agreement. We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities. Under the Disability Confident scheme, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability that meet the essential criteria for the role. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. For roles based at Headquarters, Ripley or Joint Training Centre, Ripley Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK. Due to the sensitive nature of the duties that the postholder will be expected to undertake, a standard / enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be requested for the successful applicant. Operational employees are responsible for their own fitness, health and wellbeing. Fitness will need to be maintained for the role to be undertaken safely. Specifically, the fitness requirements must be met as detailed in the DFRS Fitness Policy. As part of the selection process line managers are required to sign a line manager endorsement form. This is to ensure line managers are aware of the candidates intentions and support their application. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application
Operational Wholetime Crew Managers in Derby employer: Derbyshire Fire and Rescue
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and development of its workforce, offering flexible working hours and a supportive work culture. With a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, employees benefit from generous annual leave, health and wellbeing services, and ongoing training opportunities, all while playing a vital role in shaping community-focused services. Join us in making a meaningful impact as we strive for continuous improvement and innovation in public service.
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