Please apply by: 18/04/2025
Shortlisting is anticipated to take place: 23/04/2025
Interviews are anticipated to take place: 07/05/2025
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is offering two fixed-term contract positions for Transformation Programme Managers. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Change and Transformation, these roles will support and drive strategic change and improvement within the service. The positions are based at the Service Headquarters in Llantrisant, with some flexibility for remote working, and require visible leadership across the service.
The Transformation Programme Managers will help to develop and shape a new portfolio management function and will work with other programme managers, project executives, and other stakeholders to ensure key priorities and improvements are delivered. They will play a key role in overseeing actions, governance, and implementing the recommendations from the Culture Review Report, as well as the activities outlined in the Commissioners' Terms of Reference.
Key responsibilities include supporting the development of a portfolio management office, and managing key programmes of improvement, leading governance meetings for robust oversight of plans, and collaborating with departments and stakeholders across the service. Applicants should have experience in change management, particularly in complex projects involving process, people, and technology changes. A PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification is required, or equivalent project delivery experience.
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and positive leader, able to engage and inspire staff across the service. They must be proactive, independent, adaptable, and committed to personal and team development. A transformational approach and alignment with the NFCC Core Code of Ethics are essential.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Lead and coordinate governance meetings to ensure effective oversight and scrutiny of plans and actions.
2. Manage the coordination of the Commissioners' and Service governance processes for specific project workstreams.
3. Project manage the development of deliverables that will inform a Service-wide plan.
4. Develop and maintain all project documentation, including business cases, project initiation documents, project plans, risk logs, issues logs, and progress reports.
5. Role model the use of best practice tools and promote evidence-informed practices and transformational change.
6. Ensure strong engagement and discussions across the Service and with stakeholders.
7. Provide additional support to priority work streams as needed.
8. Assist in the identification and tracking of system-wide benefits.
9. Support enabling work streams as required.
10. Identify interdependencies and promote collaboration where appropriate.
11. Support working groups in engaging with all Service departments, providing expert input to influence cultural factors and ensure successful delivery.
12. Foster staff and stakeholder empowerment in driving behaviour change and innovation in systems and processes.
ESSENTIAL
• PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification, or proven project delivery experience.
• Knowledge of change management methodologies and their application in programmes and the workplace.
• Experience managing complex change activities and producing related deliverables.
• Skilled in designing and implementing changes to processes, people, and technology, with the ability to assess business impacts.
• Experience analysing complex data to solve business problems and presentbalanced risk/opportunity options.
• Ability to promote diversity and maintain a fair, ethical approach.
• Proactive in driving change and seeking opportunities for improved organisational effectiveness.
• Capable of working independently while adhering to reporting and risk management standards.
• Strong leadership skills to engage and motivate others within the Fire & Rescue Service and the community.
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal, across diverse audiences.
• Able to apply relevant information to make decisions aligned with priorities and requirements.
• Skilled in creating and executing plans to meet organisational objectives.
• Able to prioritise competing demands and stay calm under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
DESIRABLE
• Experience in the fire and rescue sector, HR, people management, or areas of cultural change and transformation.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate in Welsh.
• Knowledge of organisational policies and legislation, with respect for sensitive information.
• Ability to maintain a confident, controlled, and focused attitude in challenging situations.
• Possesses a growth mindset and encourages this in others.
• Committed to personal development and improving team and organisational effectiveness.
N.B This role may involve frequent travel between sites throughout the South Wales area. The successful candidate must be able to travel independently
Contract: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract
• Grade: 13
• Salary: £41,511.00 - £42,708.00
• Hours of Work: 37
• Directorate: Strategic Change and Transformation
• Job Ref: 505724
• Location: Llantrisant