Area Manager – Humberside Fire and Rescue Service

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Humberside Fire and Rescue Service; an innovative, high performing organisation which has ambitious plans for the service it provides to the communities of Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire. Applications are invited for the post of Area Manager who will form part of the Strategic Leadership Team. As such this presents a great opportunity for an individual looking to progress and become part of our ambitious organisation. We are seeking individuals who have extensive experience as a Group Manager and hold both a relevant leadership and Incident Command Level 3 qualification. The successful candidate will also be required to attain an Incident Command Level 4 qualification whilst in post. You will motivate your teams through your supportive and inclusive leadership style and have high levels of emotional intelligence. You will possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders and partners. The ideal candidate will also have proven experience in working on large scale projects and managing change in a highly unionised environment.
Forming part of the operational command rota, you will be required to provide a permanent base suitable for attending any incidents in the Humber area.

Applications will be via the submission of an application form, outlining suitability for the role against the criteria set out in the person specification. An application form can be obtained by emailing HR@humbersidefire.gov.uk or by calling 01482 567546. Please submit your completed application form to HR, via email, on: talentpipeline@humbersidefire.gov.uk by 6 April 2025. The Service regrets that applications received after this date will not be considered.