Infrastructure and Comms Engineer – Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Please note: The Service is currently undertaking a job evaluation review across all corporate roles and as a result, the grade and salary associated with this post may be subject to change following completion of the process.

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of ICT Infrastructure and Comms Engineer.

This is a varied and interesting role, supporting the ICT team with the transformational change projects and the design, development and support of solutions that improve service delivery and internal business processes.
Reporting directly to the Infrastructure and Operations Officer you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining the Service infrastructure and communications systems, working closely with colleagues across the Service to understand requirements and deliver reliable, secure and user‑focused solutions.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day to day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

As the ICT Infrastructure and Comms Engineer you will:

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex ICT and Communications issues to all levels of staff.
• Demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills when managing complex desktop, network and communications deployments focused on emergency services radios, structured cabling installation and faults. Understand of network protocols such as SDWAN OSPF and BGP.
• Manage day to day activities ensuring deadlines and work objectives are met.
• Develop comprehensive and well-structured reports and documentation in line with Service procedures.
• Manage projects effectively.
• Demonstrate research skills.

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

• Showing excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to diagnose issues and identify appropriate solutions.
• Developing and supporting software applications, including writing, testing and maintaining code.
• Working with databases and data structures to store, retrieve and manipulate information securely and efficiently.
• Collaborating with technical and non‑technical stakeholders to understand requirements and explain technical concepts clearly.
• Managing their own workload effectively and working both independently and as part of a team.

The Selection Process

Stage Timeline*

Advert closes – Friday 11th September 2026 at 12 noon
Notification of shortlist – W/C 16th September 2026
Technical interview with a panel – W/C 23rd September 2026
*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change