Watch Manager - Control

The Service has a Watch Manager - Control vacancy which we are accepting expressions of interest., Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and/or reprimands. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and proportionate response.Our values As a Service and as individuals:

• We are proud to help
• We are honest
• We are respectful
• We are working together
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve and aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to join our team.

Expressions of interest are invited from suitably experienced and qualified Crew Managers and Watch Managers. Eligible applicants will need to meet the following criteria as a minimum:
• Be a competent, substantive Crew Manager and been successful in the Watch Manager promotion board or be a substantive wholetime Watch Manager.
• Not subject to formal performance improvement actions, nor have any live disciplinary sanctions.
• Candidates must have Vision4 mobilising system experience, a valid Fire Control operator licence and a control commander qualification (ICS1 equivalent)