Data and Information Analyst

TYNEWEARFRS; North East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Data and Information Analyst to join their team. The successful candidate will analyze and interpret data, ensuring it supports effective decision-making and complies with data protection legislation. Experience in data analysis, effective IT skills, and a commitment to inclusivity are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, with applications closing on 19th December 2025.

Benefits

Gym facilities

Free parking

Canteen facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in analyzing and interpreting complex data.
• Demonstrated ability to identify trends in data.
• Effective IT skills and time management.

Responsibilities

• Collect and ensure relevance and accuracy of data.
• Analyze data to support decision-making processes.
• Ensure compliance with data protection legislation.

Skills

Data analysis

Effective IT skills

Time management

Tools

T_SQL

SSRS

Power BI

Job description

Data and Information Analyst

£32,061- £33,699 per annum + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to fill an exciting opportunity for a talented and experienced Data and Information Analyst to join our Data and Information team.

Reporting directly to the Data and Performance Advisor, you will be responsible for identifying trends relating to data from a range of systems and summarise and present data and conclusions in the most appropriate format for recipients. This role will provide technical advice, guidance, support and training to Service personnel on the effective use of data and performance information including systems. You will assist in planning, developing, implementing and maintaining the Service’s data and information systems as well as software and risk assessment tools required to support the function e.g. T_SQL, SSRS, Incident Recording System, CFRMIS, GIS (including Workload Modelling) and Power BI.

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 the Data and Information Team

The Data and Information team provide efficient, effective, timely and accurate data and information to internal and external stakeholders. The team also ensure compliance with legislation in relation to data protection and information governance.

As a Data and Information Analyst you will:

• Effectively collect data to ensure all information gathered by TWFRS is relevant, accurate and useful to the organisation.
• Proactively analyse data and information to support the performance management and decision-making processes for the organisation.
• Ensure accurate, reliable and consistent data and information is provided to all stakeholders to support organisational decision making.
• Ensure appropriate data storage, retention and disposal procedures are in place to comply with relevant Data Protection legislation.

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

• Analysing and interpreting data using a range of techniques.
• Identifying trends and interpreting complex data.
• Effective IT skills.
• Effective time management to work to conflicting priorities.

The Selection Process

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

• Advert closes - 19th December 2025 at 12 noon
• Notification of shortlist - W/C 12th January 2026
• Interview - 19th January 2026
• Notification of Selection - 26th January 2026
• *Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service are 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. On site facilities include a staff gym, ample free parking and canteen facilities.

Interested in applying?

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words which should demonstrate how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description.

Further information about our Service can be found by visiting www.twfire.gov.uk and our various social media channels.

For further information about the role, please contact Ross Hall, Performance and Information Manager via [e-mail].

Reasonable Adjustments

We are a Disability Confident Employer, and this means we are committed to employing, supporting and promoting people with disabilities in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment processes, please contact us by email and we will review your request. All requests must be sent to [e-mail]

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an Enhanced DBS Check, completion of occupational health medical and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

Please submit your application form by no later than 12 noon on Friday 19th December 2025