Data and Information Analyst – Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire service in North East England is looking for a Data and Information Analyst to enhance data management and performance decision-making. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in data analysis, excellent IT skills, and the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively. This role involves guiding service personnel in using data effectively. Applications are encouraged from diverse groups.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing and interpreting data using various techniques.
• Capability to identify trends through complex data.
• Strong IT skills and effective time management.

Responsibilities

• Collect relevant, accurate data for the organization.
• Analyze data to support performance management and decision-making.
• Ensure reliable data is provided to stakeholders.

Skills

Analysing and interpreting data

Identifying trends

Effective IT skills

Effective time management

Tools

T_SQL

SSRS

CFRMIS

Power BI

GIS

Job description

Data and Information Analyst – Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

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:

Stage Timeline*

• 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