Senior Area Manager, Fire & Rescue – Strategic Leader

Networking Women in the Fire Service; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fire Service organization in Northumberland is seeking a qualified individual to take on a key leadership role. The ideal candidate must have operational experience and the ability to command incidents. Responsibilities include improving service delivery, strategic direction, and fostering an inclusive culture. This position requires proven leadership skills and operational readiness for emergency responses on a 24/7 basis.

Qualifications

• Operational experience within a Fire and Rescue Service at Group Manager or Area Manager Level.
• Proven ability to command operational incidents.
• Qualified for strategic (Gold) command during major incidents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver service improvement initiatives across Northumberland.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to promote performance management.
• Encourage a positive organisational culture.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic leadership

Innovative skills

Operational command

Job description

A leading Fire Service organization in Northumberland is seeking a qualified individual to take on a key leadership role. The ideal candidate must have operational experience and the ability to command incidents. Responsibilities include improving service delivery, strategic direction, and fostering an inclusive culture. This position requires proven leadership skills and operational readiness for emergency responses on a 24/7 basis.