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System Development Supervisor
Fire Service Headquarters Birkenshaw
£26,067 - £27,594 (Pay Award Pending)
As a key member of the Data Team the postholder will oversee all Data Team system developments in addition to managing, supporting and configuring the Authorities SAP HR system. Duties of the role include working alongside consultants and supervising developers to implement and project managing various Authority wide IT system solutions.
Applicants will possess SAP HR configuration skills and have supervisory and project management experience. An appropriate supervisory management qualification or equivalent level of experience is a pre-requisite.
Benefits include a 37 hour flexible working week, free parking and Local Government Final Salary Pension Scheme. Job share applicants welcome.
Application packs and further details can be obtained from Employment Services, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority, PO Box 23, Oakroyd Hall, Birkenshaw, BD11 2YR, by telephoning 01274 682311 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday or e-mailing Receptionist@westyorksfire.gov.uk. Please note we cannot consider CVs. Closing date for all applications is Friday 29th August.
The Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a no smoking policy.
Data Processing Assistant
Fire Service Headquarters, Birkenshaw
£17,781- £18,907 (Pay Award Pending)
As a key member of the Data Team the postholder will be required to produce various tactical plans and drawings in connection with operational Firefighting requirements. Duties of the role include processing data into formats compatible with the Authorities mobile data programme and assisting with Geographical Information System outputs and data manipulations.
Applicants will possess technical experience and specialist knowledge in the use and function of databases and IT applications and demonstrate competence in using Geographical Information Systems e.g. MapInfo (for which training can be provided). The successful candidate will be qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a computing and/or statistical related subject or be willing to work towards this qualification.
Benefits include a 37 hour flexible working week, free parking and Local Government Final Salary Pension Scheme. Job share applicants welcome.
Application packs and further details can be obtained from Employment Services, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority, PO Box 23, Oakroyd Hall, Birkenshaw, BD11 2YR, by telephoning 01274 682311 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday or e-mailing Receptionist@westyorksfire.gov.uk. Please note we cannot consider CVs. Closing date for all applications is Friday 29th August.
The Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a no smoking policy.
Risk and Information Supervisor
Fire Service Headquarters Birkenshaw
£28,172 - £29,728 (Pay Award Pending)
As a key member of the Data team the postholder will be responsible for developing comprehensive and robust reporting systems to provide risk analysis information and reports from various corporate data sources. The duties of the role will include participating in the design, development and reporting of fire safety and incident research studies in order to respond to a broad range of statistical issues.
You will have proven practical experience in the application of advanced
statistical techniques which support reports and recommendations and possess supervisory experience to co ordinate and develop a small team. The successful applicant will be qualified to degree level in a relevant discipline or possess equivalent experience. An appropriate management/supervisory qualification or equivalent level of experience is a pre-requisite.
Benefits include a 37 hour flexible working week, free parking and Local Government Final Salary Pension Scheme. Job share applicants welcome.
Application packs and further details can be obtained from Employment Services, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority, PO Box 23, Oakroyd Hall, Birkenshaw, BD11 2YR, by telephoning 01274 682311 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday or e-mailing Receptionist@westyorksfire.gov.uk. Please note we cannot consider CVs. Closing date for all applications is Friday 29th August.
The Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a no smoking policy.
Community Relations and Local Area Agreement Manager
Location to be advised
£48,035 to £50,672 (pay award pending)
West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is a forward thinking organisation that sees effective community relations and partnership working as key to its continued success. As Community Relations Manager you will lead on the development and implementation of strategies, policies and improvement plans for the service, including partnerships, safeguarding, community education and service delivery to those most vulnerable to injury or death by fire. You will take the lead in working with local partners and the Audit Commission to develop the Authorities approach to Corporate Area Assessments.
For the post, you will need leadership and management skills, as well as the ability to influence, negotiate and successfully lead and adapt to change. Experienced and with a record of achievement in the key service areas and performance improvement, you will shape the future strategic direction of the Community Relations Department, working closely with partners and stakeholders.
Benefits include a 37 hour flexible working week, free parking and Local Government Final Salary Pension Scheme. Job share applicants welcome.
Application packs and further details can be obtained from Employment Services, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority, PO Box 23, Oakroyd Hall, Birkenshaw, BD11 2YR, by telephoning 01274 682311 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday or e-mailing Receptionist@westyorksfire.gov.uk. Please note we cannot consider CVs. Closing date for all applications is Friday 29th August.
The Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a no smoking policy.
Retained Firefighters - Various Fire Stations
We are recruiting retained firefighters at various Fire stations
What Is Your Commitment?
- You have to be able to attend at the station, within five minutes, from your home and / or your place of work [which should both normally be within one mile of the station].
- Shift workers or people who are able to improve day time cover would be preferred as we provide cover 24 hrs per day.
- You must be able to attend weekly drill / training periods.
If you want to join a service that is an essential and respected part of the community and be able to play your part in saving life and property and you feel you have the qualities to carry out this demanding but rewarding role you must:-
- be able to respond to the station within 5 minutes of a call (on foot if necessary)
- be at least 18 years of age, of good character and have a sense of responsibility
- have good eyesight in each eye without any aids to vision
- be physically fit and pass a medical examination at our Occupational Health Unit.
You could receive:-
- A payment based on availability;
- Weekly drill fee; Turnout fees;
- Comprehensive training;
- Free uniform
For further information and an application form please call the appropriate Station or Equalities and Recruitment on 01274 655796.
Holmfirth
01484 682482
Skelmanthorpe
01484 863514
Featherstone
01977 792211
01977 702223
Haworth
01535 642149
01274 562223
Hemsworth
01977 611659
01977 642238
Ilkley
01943 607970
01274 562223
Marsden
01484 844366
01484 842618
Meltham
01484 850393
01484 682482
Mirfield
01924 493399
01924 465601
Mytholmroyd
01422 883259
01422 244222
Normanton
01924 892386
01977552223
Otley
01943 462222
01132 502223
Silsden
01535 653371
01535 607401
Slaithwaite
01484 842618
This Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
NOTE: Earnings as a part-time firefighter may or may not affect entitlement for those, including the unemployed, who are in receipt of State Benefits. Potential applicants are advised to check their position with their local Benefit Office.