Watch Manager - USAR Training

Summary

We have a fantastic opportunity available in the National Resilience (USAR) Team as a permanent Watch Manager - National Resilience Trainer based at Station 60 - USAR, Service Headquarters.

About the role: 

As our Watch Manager - National Resilience Trainer you will provide National Resilience Acquisition and Development Training in accordance with both Service and National Resilience Policy, process and standards across all National Resilience capabilities. You will also provide operational support and resilience to Station 60 - USAR. 

From 1 April, we have implemented development rates of pay for new individuals moving into a development or an acting up role. These pay rates are set out by the National Joint Council. 

This role attracts a 12% Training Allowance. 

Key responsibilities of the Watch Manager - National Resilience Trainer role: 

• Contribute towards the achievement of departmental and Service objectives within a framework of policies, processes and National Occupational Standards. 
• Develop or periodically review training policies and strategies as required. 
• Develop training courses, course material and training documentation for all National Resilience equipment and procedures necessary to meet the Services IRMP requirements. 
• Plan, administer and deliver training within the guidance and standards indicated by the relevant training strategies and implementation plans. 
• Actively promote the Service's core values and policies on health, safety, and equality and diversity and ensure they are fully implemented and embedded. 
• Maintain timely and accurate recording of training data to meet management information needs. 
• Attend regional meetings / seminars as required and prepare specialist reports to feedback to training and other departments. 
• Acquire and maintain all qualifications as required by Service policy. 
• Undertake personal development to obtain relevant teaching qualifications. 
• Conduct regular assessments of trainees competencies to perform the various roles required at a National Resilience Incident. 
• Attend such operational incidents and take command as directed or provide specialised or logistical support. 

Find out more:

What we are looking for in our Watch Manager - National Resilience Trainer:

• Sound operational knowledge and experience and an appreciation of the dynamic environment in which the Special Operations Team operates and all other National Resilience assets.
• Ability / potential to command an incident commensurate with the role of Watch Manager.
• Proven ability in implementing policy and clear awareness and commitment to Service objectives.
• Ability to set targets and meet deadlines.
• Leadership and motivational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability - provision of extended periods of operational response in respect of major incidents inside and outside of the Service's geographic area, willing to work additional hours to meet the needs of the Service.
• Able to work at extreme heights and in confined spaces.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be a competent Crew Manager
• If applying for a promotion, or for On-Call Staff, have been successful at all 3 elements of the Leading Others Assessment Centre or an ADC to be eligible. 
• Be a fully competent USAR Technician
• Operationally experienced in the following: 
  • Telehandler Driver / Operator
  • Bobcat Driver / Operator
  • MTA Specialist Responder
  • HVP Operator
  • Mass decontamination and ELS
• Have good leadership skills
• Not subject to any formal performance improvement actions, nor have any disciplinary sanctions. 
• Discussed the opportunity with your Line Manager

Closing Date: 2359 hours Sunday 27 October 2024.

For more information regarding this position, please contact SM Rich Harling via rharling@dsfire.gov.uk.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this position you will need to complete the application form via the link below, which will include a personal impact statement. The personal impact statement relates to each of the four quadrants of the NFCC Leadership Framework as well as operational and professional expertise. Your impact statement should focus on demonstrating your impact at the 'Leading Others' level. 

You will also need to detail how you meet the following essential requirements of the role: 

• Experience working in the field of specialist rescue and / or National Resilience. 
• Sound operational knowledge and experience and an appreciation of the dynamic environment in which the Special Operations Team operates and all other National Resilience assets. 
• Ability / potential to command an incident commensurate with the role of Watch Manager. 
• Ability in providing guidance on Service policy and procedure. 
• Ability to manage resources efficiently, plan activities to match the skill requirements of others. 
• Good understanding of a USAR Co-ordination Cell and the roles and responsibilities undertaken within it. 

The information you provide in the personal impact statement, along with the detail of how you meet the above requirements, will be used to shortlist your application. 

Please ensure your Line Manager is aware of your application. 

Would Line Managers please bring the contents of this advert to the attention of anyone who is eligible to apply who may be on a course or on leave. 

Our values

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy. 

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and reprimands. 

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and appropriate response. 

As a Service and as individuals: 

• We are proud to help
• We are honest
• We are respectful
• We are working together

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities that we serve and aspire for tis to be reflected within our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experiences and beliefs, who share our values, to consider working for us.