Role: Area Manager
Salary: £94,581 per annum
Location: Based in Ripley, with some local and national travel
Do you have what it takes to lead, inspire, and drive meaningful change?
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Area Manager (AM) to help shape the future of fire and rescue services in one of the UK's most diverse and picturesque regions. Serving a population of over 1 million across 1,000 square miles, our Service protects communities ranging from the stunning landscapes of the Peak District to bustling cities, manufacturing hubs, and rural areas.
Following the retirement of one of our current Area Managers, we are looking for an exceptional leader to join us on our mission to Make Derbyshire Safer Together.
This opportunity is open to substantive operational Group Managers and existing operational Area Managers.
About the Role
- Lead portfolios aligned to corporate priorities, ensuring effective governance, resource management, and adherence to relevant Fire Standards
- Drive the delivery of strategic objectives outlined in the Community Risk Management Plan (Our Plan) and contribute to the high performance of the organisation
- Command operational incidents at a strategic level and provide gold command support to Duty Principal Officers
- Develop partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delive...