Inter Service Transfer for Crew Commander Opportunities

Surrey County Council; Reigate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Reigate is seeking to build a talent pool of fully competent Crew Commanders for future opportunities within the Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. Candidates must reside within a short distance from Surrey and be qualified drivers of fire appliances or willing to develop. The role involves leading teams in operational incidents and ensuring safety and effectiveness. This role promises alignment with NJC pay scales and inclusive benefits.

Qualifications

• Competent Crew Commander (Wholetime or On-Call).
• Reside within a 10-minute drive of the Surrey border.
• Qualified driver of a fire appliance or willing to undertake development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage incident responses.
• Lead and debrief your crew.
• Support Watch Commanders in team administration and management.
• Deputise for Watch Managers when required.

Job description

Inter Service Transfer for Crew Commander Opportunities

Details

• Reference: SCC/TP/377198/3785
• Positions: 12
• Salary: Salary as per NJC pay scales, plus surrey allowance
• Category: Fire and Rescue
• Contract type: Permanent
• Working hours: 42 hours p/wk
• Posted on: 29 August 2025
• Directorate: Chief Executive Office
• Location: Woodhatch Place, 11 Cockshot Hill, Reigate

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.

We are seekingfully competent Crew Commanders who reside within a 10-minute drive of the Surrey border. You must be a qualified driver of a fire appliance or willing to undertake development to become one.

Eligibility Criteria To be considered for the talent pool, you must:

• Be a competent Crew Commander (Wholetime or On-Call)
• Reside within a 10-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
• 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 We offer a variety of shift patterns, including:

• 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.

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