Portfolio Office Manager – South Wales Fire & Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Wales; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is looking for a dynamic Portfolio Manager to oversee essential transformation initiatives. This role involves leading a PMO, driving strategic goals, and ensuring continuous improvement in public services, making a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in PMO or portfolio governance.
• Strong background in delivering large-scale transformation.
• Ability to communicate effectively and inclusively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of the Portfolio Management Office (PMO).
• Drive portfolio-level planning, prioritisation and assurance.
• Collaborate with performance, planning, and risk colleagues for integrated change.

Skills

Leadership

Portfolio Management

Transformation

Communication

Education

Recognised qualification in programme, project or portfolio management

Job description

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) is seeking a dynamic and forward thinking Portfolio Manager to lead the development and management of our Portfolio Management Office (PMO). This is a unique opportunity to oversee a wide range of transformation and improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals and delivering real value to the communities we serve. You will design and embed best practice frameworks, provide senior-level governance and reporting, and support delivery teams across the Service—all while championing continuous improvement and ethical, inclusive leadership.

Leading a skilled team of programme and project professionals, you will drive portfolio-level planning, prioritisation and assurance. Your role will involve close collaboration with performance, planning and risk colleagues to ensure a data-informed, integrated approach to change.

We’re looking for a proven leader with a strong background in PMO or portfolio governance in a complex organisation, experience delivering large-scale transformation, and a passion for innovation and public service. A recognised qualification in programme, project or portfolio management is desirable, along with the ability to communicate effectively and inclusively. Join us to make a meaningful impact in one of Wales’ most vital public services.

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