Operational Assurance Officer – Avon Fire and Rescue Service

Summary of role

An exciting opportunity to join our Operational Assurance Team has become available! This role supports continuous improvement across Avon Fire & Rescue Service’s (AF&RS) Operational functions by reviewing practices, equipment use, system processes, and knowledge development. It ensures staff can respond effectively using the All-Hazard approach and leads the creation and coordination of guidance aligned with national standards.

Some of the things you’ll be doing

• Effectively process operational learning, wherever and in whatever form it is identified, for understanding at all operational levels throughout the organisation. Produce, manage, implement and co ordinate guidance, documentation and processes.
• Carry out horizon scanning for emerging threats to the Service to initiate and inspire a continual process of improvement and development within the function.
• Support the Station Manager with projects, attending meetings and demonstrations, and assist with any presentations or training of staff.
• Maintain an awareness of development in National Operational Guidance as relevant to this post.
• Build effective working relationships with other departments, emergency services, responding agencies and local authorities.
• Deputise for the Station Manager Operational Assurance (Guidance) at meetings or other events when required.
• Carry out any additional responsibilities as reasonable and appropriate, as agreed with line manager.

For the full job description and how to apply please visit our website: https://www.avonfire.gov.uk/careers/vacancies/operational-assurance-officer/