At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage Fire Control operations to ensure community safety.
- Company: Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service, dedicated to protecting our communities.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for career progression and training.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on continuous improvement and positive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must be a competent Fire Control operative or Crew Manager in a UK Fire and Rescue Service.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is currently seeking applications for a Crew Manager vacancy within Fire Control. On conclusion of the process, a holding pool will also be created to support both career progression and the anticipated retirement profile in our control room over the next 12-24 months.
Northumberland is the northernmost county of England, bordering Cumbria, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and the Scottish Borders. We have an outstanding North Sea coastline of 103 km and a county of rural natural beauty. The county is steeped in history and heritage with a population of over 300,000 residents. The council provides a wide range of services to the residents over an area of 5,000 sq. km.
We invite applications from competent control Firefighters and competent control Crew Managers. Those who are competent Crew Managers within another fire and rescue service will be welcomed as inter-service transferees with no requirement to do additional training. Successful applicants will be required to complete conversion training to ensure familiarity and understanding of NFRS processes.
The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a positive relationship with all employees and their respective trade unions in the interests of developing a climate of harmonious and constructive employee relations. With excellent interpersonal skills and innovative thinking, the role will support the service's continuous improvement strategy while also promoting a positive and inclusive organisational culture.
If you think you would work well within this role and have a desire to make our communities safer, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Essential criteria for the role:
- You must be a competent Fire Control operative at either Firefighter or Crew Manager level, currently employed in a UKFRS.
- No outstanding ‘unspent’ disciplinary warnings.
Selection Process:
The selection process will be undertaken in accordance with workforce and succession planning requirements. Your application will be reviewed and if you meet the eligibility criteria, you will then progress to the next stage of the process. Our selection process will comprise of the following:
- An assessment day consisting of a presentation, inbox exercise and formal interview.
Assessment days will take place at: West Hartford Business Park, Northumberland, NE23 3JP. For information about the process please contact Station Manager Margaret Woods or Area Manager Dan Wootton.
Closing date for applications is 23:59 on Thurs 13th August 2026.
Contract type: Full Time
Closing date: August 13 2026
Crew Manager (Control) – Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service in Cramlington employer: National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.
South Wales Fire & Rescue Service is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a culture of compassion, courage, respect, integrity, and excellence. As the Head of Organisational Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing, inclusive workforce while enjoying a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With opportunities to collaborate with key stakeholders and influence organisational change, this role offers a meaningful chance to make a lasting impact within the community and the wider public service context in Wales.
Contact Details:
National Fire Chiefs Council Limited. Recruitment Team
