<div><p>At Cleveland Fire Authority, we don’t just respond to emergencies, our purpose is Protecting People, Places and Futures across our local communities.</p><p>We are proud to be a high-performing and innovative Fire & Rescue Service in the Northeast of England, trusted by the communities we serve and respected by our partners. We are looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking leader who shares our passion for making a meaningful difference to people’s safety and quality of life.</p><p>As an Area Manager, you’ll be part of our Executive Leadership Team, helping to shape the future of the organisation. This is more than a leadership role, it is an opportunity to influence strategy, drive transformation, and lead real, lasting change across the service. You’ll bring a clear understanding of the challenges facing modern Fire & Rescue Services, alongside the vision and confidence to turn those challenges into opportunities. With responsibility spanning leadership, resource management, and strategic planning, you’ll play a key role in delivering our Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP)</p><p>We’re looking for a leader who:</p><ul><li>Inspires others with an open, engaging, and inclusive leadership style.</li><li>Demonstrates a strong track record of strategic leadership and delivery</li><li>Communicates with clarity and influence across a wide range of stakeholders</li><li>Champions diversity, inclusion and a positive organisational culture</li><li>Shows energy, adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement</li></ul><p>As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will be both strategically focused and outcomes-driven, building strong relationships internally and with partners across our communities.</p></div>