Chief Fire Officer / Chief Executive and Clerk to the Fire Authority – Tyne and Wear Fire and R[...]

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Washington; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire service in the UK is seeking a Chief Fire Officer to provide strategic direction and operational leadership. The successful candidate will influence the future of fire and rescue services while ensuring community safety and inclusivity. This prestigious role requires a commitment to high ethical standards and effective leadership in a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and strategic management experience.
• Commitment to inclusivity, fairness, and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and operational leadership.
• Accountable for service delivery and community protection.
• Champion inclusivity and ethical behavior within the service.

Job description

Chief Fire Officer / Chief Executive and Clerk to the Fire Authority – Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

CHIEF FIRE OFFICER /
CHIEF EXECUTIVE AND CLERK TO THE FIRE AUTHORITYCompetitive Salary with additional BenefitsAbout the role

Following the forthcoming retirement of our current Chief Fire Officer, we are seeking an inspirational, innovative and effective leader to take up this prestigious opportunity to lead and guide our service into the future.

As Chief Fire Officer you will report directly to the Fire Authority as the Head of Paid Service and Clerk to the Authority. You will be accountable for providing strategic direction, operational leadership and inspirational vision for one of the most respected Fire and Rescue Services in the UK.

This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of fire and rescue at the highest level, ensuring our service continues to protect lives, reduce risk and support our communities with professionalism, innovation and care.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters are located in purpose built premises based in Washington, within easy reach of the A1 and A19.

The Selection Process

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline

Closing Date – Friday 10th October 2025 at 12 noon
Shortlisting of Candidates and Notification – w/c 13th October 2025
I3 Profiling Assessments w/c – 20th October 2025
Selection Process – 20th October 2025 to 31st October 2025
Notification of Outcome & Conditional Offer – w/c 3rd November 2025

*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

Interested in applying?

Further information about the role, service and how to apply is available in the accompanying Candidate Application Pack.

If you are interested in the role and would like an informal discussion about the job with the current Chief Fire Officer, please contact [e-mail]

You can also visit our website and various social media channels for further information www.twfire.gov.uk

Salary: Competitive salary with additional benefits

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