Crew Commander Transfer Opportunities – Surrey Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Reigate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-centered fire service is forming a talent pool for Crew Commanders to ensure effective emergency response. Candidates should be competent leaders, qualified drivers, and reside near Surrey. Future appointments will involve fitness assessments and interviews. Join to contribute to making Surrey safer.

Benefits

Competitive salary aligned with NJC Pay Scales

Surrey allowance

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifications

• Must be a competent Crew Commander (Wholetime or On-Call).
• Qualified driver of a fire appliance or willing to complete development.
• Residency within a 20-minute drive of Surrey border.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams during operational incidents ensuring safety and professionalism.
• Plan and manage incident responses and lead debriefs.
• Support Watch Commanders and deputize when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Overview

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is building a talent pool of Crew Commanders for future inter-service opportunities. This is therefore an invitation to apply to join a talent pool of potential candidates for upcoming roles.

Eligibility

• Be a competent Crew Commander (Wholetime or On-Call)
• Reside within a 20-minute drive of the Surrey border
• Be a qualified driver of a fire appliance, or be willing to undertake development to become one

Role Overview

• Crew Commanders play a vital role in leading teams during operational incidents, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and professionalism.
• You will plan and manage incident responses, lead and debrief your crew, support Watch Commanders in team administration and management, and deputise for Watch Managers when required.

Why Join SFRS?

We are a forward-thinking, inclusive service that values teamwork, integrity, and community. Joining our talent pool means you’ll be considered for future opportunities to contribute to our mission of making Surrey safer.

Salary and Benefits

Salaries are aligned with NJC Pay Scales and include a Surrey Allowance.

Training

Successful candidates from the talent pool may be invited to attend a five-week course at our Wray Park Training Centre in Reigate. The course may be extended to meet service needs.

Shift Patterns

• Traditional 224 (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)
• Hybrid (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off with modified day shifts)
• Day Crewed (7am – 7pm, every other weekend off)

Our Values

We are committed to the Core Code of Ethics and champion: Putting our communities first, Integrity, Dignity and respect, Leadership, Equality, diversity, and inclusion.

How to Express Interest

To join the talent pool, please apply and upload a current CV and certificates demonstrating your qualifications and competence.

Recruitment Process

• Stage 1: Fitness assessment (Bleep test)
• Stage 2: Interviews and assessments
• Appointments are subject to competency confirmation through a Training Needs Analysis (TNA), medical examination, fitness assessment, and Enhanced DBS check.

Contact

For more information, please contact our Recruitment Hub [e-mail].

We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to Surrey Fire and Rescue Service in the future!

Salary: Salary as per NJC pay scales, plus Surrey allowance

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