West Midlands Fire Service is filling Crew Commander posts by transfer-in, for leaders who will manage and develop teams. The core of the work is setting a culture of professionalism and pride, planning workloads and driving the service's strategy while keeping operational standards high. The role is aligned to the crew commander role map and puts inclusive leadership and personal development at its centre. Only competent wholetime firefighters and existing wholetime Crew Commanders can apply, and the service particularly encourages applications from women and Black and minority ethnic staff.
What the job involves
- Manage and develop teams and individuals
- Lead with positive, inclusive approaches so others can maximise their strengths
- Instil a culture of professionalism and pride
- Plan and coordinate workloads
- Support, drive and promote the organisational strategy
- Maintain operational excellence and high standards
- Work to the crew commander role map
Experience
- Competent wholetime firefighter, or existing wholetime Crew Commander
- Proven ability to manage and develop teams and individuals
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Cultural awareness
- Strong leadership skills
- Understanding of own leadership style, strengths and development areas, with commitment to developing others
What’s offered
- 52 weeks fully paid maternity and adoption leave
- Flexible and agile working arrangements
- On-site free gym and free parking
- In-house occupational health service, including physiotherapy and counselling
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing programmes
- Blue light discounts across many retailers
- Sports and Welfare scheme with discounted products and services, for a small fee
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
