Assistant Chief Fire & Rescue Officer

Networking Women in the Fire Service; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service in Lisburn is seeking an Assistant Chief Fire & Rescue Officer to provide strategic oversight and support to the CFRO and DCFRO, ensuring a safe and effective service.

The post is permanent, based at NIFRS HQ, with travel across locations as required; applicants will be guided by the candidate information pack. We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Job description

Assistant Chief Fire & Rescue Officer – Job Ref: U056/09/2026 https://nifrs.getgotjobs.co.uk/jobDetails/ad0cbefc-b24b-4189-abfe-bbdaa70ab4df

The role of ACFRO will be critical in supporting the NIFRS Board and the Chief Fire & Rescue Officer (CFRO) and the Deputy Chief Fire & Rescue Officer (DCFRO) to deliver a safe and effective Fire and Rescue Service.

There is currently 1 permanent post, based at NIFRS HQ, 1 Seymour Street, Lisburn, BT27 4SX. Applicants should note that the duties, responsibilities and base locations of these posts may be subject to change. Please note the successful applicant will be required to travel around all NIFRS locations. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional fixed term or permanent vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order).

All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion.

NIFRS is currently under represented by women, applications from this group are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.