Strategic Area Manager — Relocation Support (Fire & Rescue)

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Wales; On-site; GBP 96,263 - 105,590; Full time

Job summary

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service in Wales seeks an Area Manager with a proven track record of strong and inclusive leadership to drive service excellence. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to nurture relationships across a wide stakeholder group while advocating for the Service and its values.

The successful candidate will lead a large Service area, enhance culture and values, and contribute to shaping future services across South Wales in collaboration with

Qualifications

• Proven strategic leadership with experience managing a large service area.
• Visible and transformational leadership in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of Fire and Rescue Service functions in Wales and the UK.
• Ability to relocate if required; relocation support available.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across a large Service area.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive service improvements.
• Uphold Service values and professional standards.
• Ensure effective decision making and a high-performance culture.
• Maintain base in South Wales area for operational cover on the Area Manager Continuous Duty Rota.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

People development

Education

Management qualifications

Job description

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service in Wales seeks an Area Manager with a proven track record of strong and inclusive leadership to drive service excellence. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to nurture relationships across a wide stakeholder group while advocating for the Service and its values.

The successful candidate will lead a large Service area, enhance culture and values, and contribute to shaping future services across South Wales in collaboration with