About The Role
Opportunities are now available for Fire Safety Manager positions within the Fire Protection Team. The positions form part of the senior management structure within the function with roles covering areas including, but not limited to:
* Service Delivery
* Compliance
* Training and Development
* Assurance
* Fire Engineering
The role of the Fire Safety Manager is to inspire and drive challenging standards of performance of Protection teams to ensure the achievement of all local and service wide objectives (including but not limited to the CRMP, functional delivery plan, service policies and community initiatives).
Fire Safety Managers are expected to demonstrate a high level of professional competence in management, leadership and technical fire safety, showing a strong commitment to personal and team continual professional development.
In addition, Fire Safety Managers will be fluent in all relevant legislation appertaining to the function of Community Fire Protection and maintain a high level of awareness of national, regional and local matters affecting the direction of fire safety and Protection functional matters.
Vacancies are available both at Service Headquarters, as well as district based.
The full list of Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills have been detailed in the accompanying Person Specification and more specific information about the role can be found in the Job Profile.
Some roles are available imminently with others becoming available later this year. Consequently, we are looking to identify suitable candidates to fill each position with successful applicants being appointed over a period of 6 months from the conclusion of the process, based on when each position becomes available.
We offer a competitive package with some great benefits available for employees:
* Flexible, hybrid working arrangements based around a 35-hour working week (full time roles).
* Flexitime with the ability to accrue up to 3 days flexi per month.
* 23 days holiday, plus Bank holidays and 2 additional Extra Statutory days added to the holiday entitlement.
* Access to a free gym.
* Access to a Local Government Pension scheme with contributions made by both the employee and by MFRS.
* Excellent Health & Wellbeing services.
Closing date for applications: Midnight Monday 10 March 2025
Interviews: Tuesday/Wednesday 18/19 March 2025
About Us
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is at the forefront of public safety and emergency response, serving the vibrant communities of Merseyside with dedication and professionalism. Our mission is to protect, prevent, and respond—ensuring the safety and well-being of the public, both in times of crisis and through proactive community engagement.
With a proud history and a strong sense of purpose, we operate across a diverse region that includes bustling urban centers, industrial hubs, and serene rural areas. Our highly skilled and committed teams work tirelessly to provide fire and rescue services, enforce fire safety regulations, and deliver critical prevention and education programs.
PENSION CONSIDERATIONS
Annual Allowance
Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd).
Lifetime Allowance
Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd).
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Safeguarding
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
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