Interservice Transfer Process (Competent Wholetime Firefighters only) – Tyne & Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Inter Service Firefighter (Competent) Transfers

£38,881 per annum

About the role

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is seeking interservice transfer applications from substantive, competent Wholetime Firefighters currently serving within UK Local Authority Fire and Rescue Services as we have several vacancies across Service Delivery. As a high-performing and progressive Service, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate professionalism, resilience, integrity and a strong commitment to teamwork, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Successful candidates will align with the TWFRS Values and Behaviours Framework and will consistently demonstrate the values of Safety, Integrity, Inclusivity and Learning in their approach to work, colleagues and communities. We are seeking people who are adaptable, community-focused and passionate about making a positive difference, while contributing to an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed.

Eligibility Criteria:

• You will be a substantive and competent Wholetime Firefighter in a Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service.
• Competence will be evidenced against the UKFRS National Occupational Standards (NOS).
• We are particularly interested in Firefighters who hold a Class C Driving Licence (LGV) and EFAD; however, this is not essential.
Please note that all applicants will be required to provide evidence of being competent in role. Copies of your training records will be requested from your current FRS.

Candidates interested in applying must:

• Have no current Development Action Plans, Performance Improvement Action Plans, or equivalent performance management measures in place.
• Be free from any live formal disciplinary sanctions, investigations, or proceedings throughout the recruitment and selection process.
• Have no current fitness restrictions.
• Hold a full current UK driving licence.
• Be willing to undertake training required to support station specialisms, including Emergency Fire Appliance Driving (EFAD).
• Be willing to work flexibly across a range of duty systems and to be based at any station within Tyne and Wear, in line with Service requirements.