Fire Safety Watch Manager: Lead & Develop Inspectors

Ad Warrior Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is seeking a Watch Manager to lead a team of Fire Safety Inspectors and drive continuous improvement in fire safety services. You will manage performance and deliver risk-based activities while pursuing a structured apprenticeship to achieve national qualifications.

The role combines operational leadership with professional development, offering a unique pathway within the Fire Safety Team and supporting community safety objectives in the Derbyshire area.

Qualifications

• Evidence of leadership and Supervisory experience.
• Strong people management and communication skills.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of Fire Safety Inspectors.
• Ensure high-quality inspections, audits and enforcement.
• Support delivery of risk-based fire safety activities across the Service area.
• Undertake the Fire Safety apprenticeship programme to achieve qualifications.
• Contribute to strategic development of Fire Safety services.

Job description

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is seeking a Watch Manager to lead a team of Fire Safety Inspectors and drive continuous improvement in fire safety services. You will manage performance and deliver risk-based activities while pursuing a structured apprenticeship to achieve national qualifications.

The role combines operational leadership with professional development, offering a unique pathway within the Fire Safety Team and supporting community safety objectives in the Derbyshire area.