STATION MANAGER POOL (Flexible Duty System)
Promotion and Transfer Opportunities
Various Locations
East Sussex Fire & Rescue are opening up the recruitment process for our Station Manager pool.
We welcome applications from substantive and competent Watch Managers and competent Station Managers who wish to transfer.
Appointment from the pool will be based on suitability for particular posts and not on rank order. This ensures the Service secures the right skills and experience in the right posts as we continue to build on our future.
ESFRS is an organisation committed to developing our people and creating opportunities to enable the continuation of professional development. As well as accessing the ESFRS Station Manager Development Programme successful candidates will also continue to develop their potential through a range of tailored personal development opportunities in preparation for future roles within the Service.
A condition of the appointment to the role of flexible duty Station Manager is that the post holder will provide operational cover from within the County. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer relocation expenses.
The pool process will start with the submission of an online application with line manager’s approval. Those that are shortlisted from the application will be invited to the next stage of the process, which will consist of an interview and staff engagement panel. Applicants who do not possess a L2 Incident Command qualification will be required to complete an Initial Test of Command Potential (IToCP) before any appointment can be made.
Please refer to the candidate application pack for full details of the process.
Closing Date: 25 October 2026
Staff Engagement Panel and Interview: Weeks commencing 02 November 2026 and 09 November 2026.
Please note that recruitment processes may be withdrawn or varied at short notice due to the Services’ Organisational Change Policy.
Our Purpose, Commitments and Values.
Our Purpose and Commitments are at the centre of everything we do. Whether responding to emergencies, working to prevent them happening in the first place or providing support, our firefighters, officers, control room operators, Business and Community safety teams, support staff and volunteers all play their part.
We are proud to serve East Sussex and Brighton and Hove City.
Our purpose
- We make our communities safer
Our Commitments
We will do this by:
- Delivering high performing services
- Educating our communities
- Developing a multi-skilled, safe and valued workforce
- Making effective use of our resources
Our Values
PROUD - We are proud of our Service and enjoy working in a positive environment - by continually improving our services and our organisation.
ACCOUNTABLE - Serving our whole community - by providing a good, cost-effective service.
INTEGRITY - Trust, integrity, initiative and innovation - by being open, honest and encouraging creativity.
RESPECT - respect and dignity for all - by treating members of our community and each other in a way that values their individuality and by challenging discrimination and unsuitable behaviour.
Diversity and Inclusion
We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects the communities we serve.
East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, (ESFRS), are committed to equality of opportunity for all job applicants and aims to select suitably qualified people based on their skills, abilities, experience, knowledge, qualifications and training.
For more information please read our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion statement.
Safeguarding
East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, volunteers and suppliers to share this commitment.
ESFRS is a member of the Brighton & Hove and East Sussex Safeguarding Children’s Partnership and Safeguarding Adults Boards.
You can read our safeguarding statement here.
DBS and Non-Police Personnel Vetting
All roles at East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service will be subject to either DBS checks (minimum standard level) or a Police vetting process (the latter for roles based at Joint Headquarters in Lewes). The check will take place for the preferred candidate at the end of the selection process, before a final offer of employment can be made. For more information about DBS and Vetting, please read our DBS and Vetting Policy.
Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
ESFRS are an Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will consider ex-offenders for employment on their merits, (subject to the necessary DBS & Non-Police Personnel Vetting clearances required for the role). For more information please read our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Statement.
Notes
Please note that recruitment processes may be withdrawn or varied at short notice due to the Services' Organisational Change policy.
Station Manager (INTERNAL PROMOTIONS & ALL EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS) employer: East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is an exceptional employer dedicated to the professional development of its staff, offering tailored personal growth opportunities and a supportive work culture. With a strong commitment to community service and values such as accountability, respect, and integrity, employees are encouraged to thrive in their roles while contributing to the safety and well-being of the communities they serve. The flexible working arrangements and emphasis on diversity and inclusion further enhance the appeal of joining this vital organisation in East Sussex.
Contact Details:
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service Recruitment Team
