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Assistant chief fire officer – west sussex fire and rescue service

Chichester
National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.
Fire officer
Posted: 21 June
Offer description

Assistant Chief Fire Officer – West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service

Now is the perfect time to join us for an exciting challenge and rewarding opportunity to positively impact the Service and the public we serve.

The Opportunity
Salary: £96,000 per annum, plus a flexible duty allowance of £19,200 per annum and a relocation package of up to £8,000 is available.

Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week.

Location: Your primary office location will be County Hall in Chichester, and you will also have the flexibility to work from other stations throughout West Sussex. Additionally, there will be opportunities for you to work remotely from home, as deemed appropriate for your work responsibilities.

Interview Assessment: You will be assessed for this role during the week commencing 21st July, with interviews scheduled for the 23rd July 2025.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service are on a journey of continuous improvement demonstrating our ability to deliver services that benefit the community over the last 12 months. We are proud to have opened the new Horsham Fire Station and Training Centre, where the state-of-the-art facilities designed place a real emphasis on the continued development of our staff. As we look ahead, we remain committed to continuously improving our organisational culture supporting our mission to empower and support our people to be the best they can be, to deliver to the highest standards when serving our communities and to uphold the values of our fire and rescue service.

As Assistant Chief Fire Officer, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing our fire service, ensuring the safety and protection of our residents. You will collaborate closely with the Chief Fire Officer and other key stakeholders to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our fire service.

This role requires a visionary leader with the ability to build strong relationships both within and outside our organisation. Your exceptional communication skills will be crucial as you collaborate with key stakeholders, effectively conveying our strategic objectives and relentlessly advocating for the resources necessary to fulfil our vital mission.

Working for us:
In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:
35 days annual leave + bank holidays.
A very generous pension scheme.
Varied flexible working options.
Training and development opportunities.
Employee assistance scheme.
A range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers with the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform.
Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.
A range of commuting and business travel discount and initiatives. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and benefits page.

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