Operational Equipment Lead for Frontline Readiness

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an Operational Equipment Support Manager to lead the Fleet & Equipment Team, ensuring safe, compliant and available equipment to support frontline emergency response.

You will manage maintenance, procurement, commissioning and disposal of assets, oversee budgets, and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers and partner organisations to drive improvements and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience managing equipment or asset-based services.
• Strong leadership in a complex operational environment.
• Knowledge of operational equipment and related assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Operational Equipment Team to ensure safety, compliance and availability for service delivery.
• Oversee maintenance, procurement, commissioning and disposal of assets.
• Manage equipment budgets, performance, compliance and service standards.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and partner organisations.
• Use data and feedback to drive service improvements and informed decisions.
• Support operational planning, business continuity and environmental sustainability.

Skills

Equipment management

Leadership

Budget management

Procurement

Stakeholder engagement

Data-driven improvements

Job description

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an Operational Equipment Support Manager to lead the Fleet & Equipment Team, ensuring safe, compliant and available equipment to support frontline emergency response.

You will manage maintenance, procurement, commissioning and disposal of assets, oversee budgets, and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers and partner organisations to drive improvements and sustainability.