Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service are recruiting for an Estates and Facilities Officer, on a full time, permanent basis. In return you will receive a competitive salary of £39,862 - £44,075 per annum.
About the Estates and Facilities Officer role:
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Estates and Facilities Officer to join our team and take charge of ensuring the optimal functionality and efficiency of our organisation's estate.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and integrity of our infrastructure, playing a crucial role in supporting the core business operations.
Your key responsibilities will include making sure that our estate remains a well-maintained, safe and pleasant environment for our staff and stakeholders. You will be experienced at contract management, management of third-party contactors, overseeing building alterations, and refurbishment.
If you have a strong focus on operational excellence and possess the ability to balance day-to-day facility management with long-term planning, we invite you to apply and play a key role in enhancing the estates and facilities management.
Benefits you will receive
* Competitive salary
* Flexible working
* Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
* Full support for ongoing professional development
* On-site gym facilities
* Free onsite parking
* Access to an emergency services "Blue Light" discount card
* Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
* Access to the Service's 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.
Closing date: 23:59 24th September 2025
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:
* Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
* Department of Works and Pension's Disability Confident scheme
* British Sign Language Charter
* Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)
Pension Considerations
Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.
Sponsorship
Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.
Hybrid working may be considered for this role.
Interview date: w/c 6 October 2025
If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is detailed in the person specification, and you may be required to demonstrate competence at any level up to and including that. The interview will include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability for the position. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.
Job Objectives
* To support Operational Personnel
* To oversee all maintenance tasks on the LFRS Estate
* Ensure compliance is met
* Manage external contractors
* Incorporate Carbon reduction elements into any repair and maintenance tasks
* To promote and support EDI and welfare within our Estate
Skills Required
* Good communication skills
* Able to work under pressure
* Foster and maintain good working relationships
* Hold budget monitoring / management skills
* Good attention to detail
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Estates and Facilities Officer then please click "apply" now – We'd love to hear from you