Local Pension Board Representative (Voluntary Role) – Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

Would you like a say on Fire Pensions? Could you be our next Local Pension Board Representative?

We’re offering members a unique opportunity to become more actively involved in the oversight of Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Pension Schemes. As a full member of the board, you’ll get to have your say on each issue and be the voice for all the members / employers you represent.

We’re seeking expressions of interest now from: Pension Scheme Members – active / deferred / retired.

What is the Local Pension Board and what does it do?

The Pension Board has an oversight role, and helps the Fire Authority, which administers the pension, secure compliance with pension regulations and ensure the effective and efficient governance and administration of the Firefighter Pension Schemes.

The Board is currently chaired by Maria Phillips, Assistant Director, Corporate Services. To ensure even representation the board is comprised of:

Four member representatives (retired, active, or deferred members, including trade union).
Two internal employer representatives (Director Level)
One external employer representative (Fire Authority)
One independent representative
What is the level of commitment and training required?

During your four year term of office you will attend Board meetings quarterly.

You must be wiling to attend induction and training sessions to make sure you acquire and maintain the high level of knowledge and understanding you will need to carry out your role.

You won’t be paid for the role, but reasonable travel and subsistence will be paid, in accordance with the DSFRS Expenses Policy.

More information:

For an informal discussion on the vacancy and to ask any questions about the role, please contact Jake Lacey at pensions@dsfire.gov.uk or call 01392 344604.

How to apply:

If you are interested in serving on the board and believe you meet the requirements of the person specification attached below, please click ‘apply’ now and complete an Expression of Interest.

Within your Expression of Interest you will need to answer the following questions:

How do you meet the criteria in the Person Specification?
What is your knowledge of the Fire Pension Schemes?
Closing date: 2359hrs 10th May 2026

Further details about the Local Pension Board can be found here: https://www.dsfire.gov.uk/about-us/pensions