The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) invites applications for the role of Network Manager within our Digital and Technology Services (DaTS) function. This role is essential in ensuring the delivery and efficient operation of our network infrastructure, which supports the vital work of SFRS in protecting communities across Scotland. This role is a permanent opportunity with the potential to be based in various locations across Scotland. The opportunity is offer on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week.
This is a full time post however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share, or flexible working basis would be considered.
As our Network Manager, you will oversee the design, development, implementation, monitoring, optimisation, and support of all SFRS corporate networks, telephony systems, and their associated servers, devices, and peripherals. You will manage connectivity and network security, contribute to ITIL processes, resolve cyber issues, and produce performance management data. Your role includes planning and implementing network upgrades, advising senior management on technology enhancements, and maintaining core business systems. You will also lead the development of Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BC) procedures and provide technical input to procurement activities. You'll use effective leadership and management skills to support and manage a team of technical support staff to ensure required outcomes are achieved.
You'll be part of a dynamic and dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of people across Scotland. As our Network Manager, you will have the opportunity to work in a flexible and supportive environment, with access to ongoing professional development and training. At SFRS we are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our communities through our core values of Safety, Innovation, Respect, and Teamwork. If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission of working together for a safer Scotland.
In addition to the agreed salary, a market allowance is applicable to this post for suitably experienced candidates. Taking account of this market allowance, the potential combined maximum remuneration for this post is £59, (this is the market allowance plus the highest increment. The salary range for this role is SFRS Grade 8 £53, - £56, per annum, and where applicable a market allowance of £3, per annum will also be included.
The market allowance is an additional payment agreed to be paid for an initial twoyear period. This allowance is subject to review and may be varied or removed where market pressures change or no longer exist. SFRS Market Allowance Policy outlines the specific criteria relating to the application of market allowance payments and the conditions associated with this. The market allowance will be payable where the appointee is able to demonstrate they are suitably competent, experienced and qualified to undertake the full aspects of the role.
Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.
Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements. A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.
This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order. Therefore, the successful candidate's will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.