Strategic Chief Fire and Emergency Services Leader

Networking Women in the Fire Service; St Asaph; On-site; GBP 166,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service seeks a Chief Fire Officer and Chief Executive to lead a high-profile emergency and preventative services organisation in North Wales. You will shape strategy, lead partnership work, and engage with Welsh Government at the highest levels.

The role requires visionary leadership, resilience, and outstanding communication skills. Location: HQ, St Asaph; salary circa £166,000–£169,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Visionary leadership and resilience are essential.
• Strong leadership, political and communication skills are required.
• Well-developed appreciation of the wider societal environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-level leadership for the North Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
• Build and maintain high-level partnerships and relationships with Welsh Government and other stakeholders.
• Lead strategic planning and ensure delivery of emergency and preventative services in North Wales.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Political acumen

Job description

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service seeks a Chief Fire Officer and Chief Executive to lead a high-profile emergency and preventative services organisation in North Wales. You will shape strategy, lead partnership work, and engage with Welsh Government at the highest levels.

The role requires visionary leadership, resilience, and outstanding communication skills. Location: HQ, St Asaph; salary circa £166,000–£169,000 per annum.