Listed November 10 2025

Group Commander – Promotional Talent Pool Opportunity – Surrey Fire & Rescue Service

Group Commander Pool – Promotional Opportunity
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is inviting high-performing candidates to apply for the Group Commander (GC) Promotional Pool. Successful applicants will be considered for upcoming GC roles.
This is a chance to contribute to service-wide improvements, lead with integrity, and support our cultural transformation while delivering the 2025–2030 Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP).
Why Not You?
We’re looking for individuals with a strong track record of leading high-performing teams at middle management level. You should demonstrate:Excellent stakeholder management
Commitment to performance improvement
Ethical decision-making and inclusive leadership
Alignment with the Core Code of Ethics

If you’re passionate about making a difference to our communities and staff, this could be the right next step for you.

 

Application Process
To apply, submit:

Your latest CV
A completed Promotions Application Template, which includes:

Personal Statement (max 500 words)
Line Manager Endorsement (max 300 words)

If your line manager is unavailable, endorsement can be provided by your grandparent manager.
Steps to Apply:

Download the Application Template
Complete Section 1 – Personal Statement

Reflect your understanding of the role
Link examples to the Leadership Behavioural Framework and Core Code of Ethics

Request Line Manager Endorsement
Upload the completed document with your online application

 

Important Notes:

Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered
Check spelling and grammar before uploading
If you require reasonable adjustments, contact the Recruitment Hub
Reapplying? You only need to complete the stage(s) you were previously unsuccessful in

Selection Timeline:

Applications Open: 10 Nov – 5 Dec 2025
SHL Profiling: 10 Nov – 5 Dec 2025
Shortlisting: 10 Dec 2025
Stakeholder Engagement Panel (Online): 12–16 Jan 2026
Test of Potential Assessment: 26–30 Jan 2026
Final Interview: 16–18 Feb 2026

 

Why Surrey?
SFRS serves over 1.2 million people across 650 square miles, operating from 25 fire stations, with HQ at Woodhatch Place and our Training Centre at Wray Park, Reigate. As part of Surrey County Council, we contribute to the county’s Community Vision and strategic goals outlined in the CRMP.
Learn more: www.surreycc.gov.uk/community/fire-and-rescue

Core Code of Ethics:

Putting our communities first
Acting with integrity
Showing dignity and respect
Demonstrating leadership
Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion

SFRS is an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Contact:
Area Commander Lee Spencer-Smith
Lee.SpencerSmith@surreycc.gov.uk
Applications close at 23:59 on 05 December 2025

Salary: NJC pay scales plus Surrey allowance

Contract type: Full Time

Closing date: December 5 2025

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