Operational Risk Management Team Administrator

West Yorkshire Fire And Rescue Service; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Family friendly policies

37 hour week with hybrid working

Local government pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Sports and Social Club with free gym

Employee Assistance Program

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is seeking an organised administrator to support the Operational Risk Management Team. You will analyse information, handle enquiries and assist managers to maintain high-quality service delivery, with hybrid working and training duties during onboarding.

The role involves facilitating risk information gathering, data recording and ensuring accurate data across levels, contributing to compliant risk management under the FRS Act 2004.

Qualifications

• Experience of database administration.
• Technical experience and specialist knowledge on the use and function of databases and IT applications.
• Experience and use of MS Office and other IT applications to proficient level of efficiency.
• Ability to solve a variety of work-related problems.
• Experience working to meet deadlines with conflicting demands.
• Experience adapting and configuring information to meet the needs of the organisation.
• Clerical experience

Responsibilities

• You will support the implementation of risk management policies and procedures across West Yorkshire in line with the requirements of the FRS Act 2004, Section 7.2.D, contributing to the enhancement of risk information systems and ensuring effective dissemination of risk-related data.
• You will organise training sessions, briefings and departmental meetings including taking accurate minutes.
• You will also provide guidance on risk information gathering and recording processes, ensuring consistent and accurate data collection across all levels.

Skills

Database administration

IT applications & databases

MS Office proficiency

Problem solving

Deadline management

Information adaptation

Clerical experience

Job description

Are you proactive and organised with the ability to support a team that assists with meeting the obligations and duties related to gathering risk information placed upon West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service. Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment and enjoy supporting others and contributing to the smooth and effective delivery of a vital service.

You can help West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service by providing essential administrative support to the Operational Risk Management Team. Your work will contribute directly to the smooth running of the team and help maintain the high standards expected across the organisation.

We offer an excellent package including:

• generous holiday entitlement
• family friendly policies
• 37 hour week flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working
• local government pension scheme
• free onsite parking
• Sports and Social Club with free use of gym
• an Employee Assistance Program
• car salary sacrifice scheme

Job Purpose

Your role will involve analysing and processing information through databases, spreadsheets, and various software applications. You will handle enquiries from internal and external parties and provide support to managers to maintain high‑quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the implementation of risk management policies and procedures across West Yorkshire in line with the requirements of the FRS Act 2004, Section 7.2.D, contributing to the enhancement of risk information systems and ensuring effective dissemination of risk-related data. You will organise training sessions, briefings and departmental meetings including taking accurate minutes. You will also provide guidance on risk information gathering and recording processes, ensuring consistent and accurate data collection across all levels.

• Experience of database administration.
• Technical experience and specialist knowledge on the use and function of databases and IT applications.
• Experience and use of MS Office and other IT applications to proficient level of efficiency.
• Ability to solve a variety of work-related problems.
• Experience working to meet deadlines with conflicting demands.
• Experience adapting and configuring information to meet the needs of the organisation.
• Clerical experience

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working subject to managerial requirements. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our 'hybrid' working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of a current valid driving licence.

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting around 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.

We are a caring organisation; we promote an environment of inclusivity and learning, and welcome people from all walks of life – just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.

Closing date for all applications Sunday 4 th October 2026.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women,racially and ethnically diverseapplicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia. We area "Real Living Wage" employer

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.