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Gloucestershire County Council
Gloucestershire County Council

Area Manager - Fire and Rescue

Gloucestershire On-site 10+ yrs exp Government Administration 3,129 employees
Incident commandStrategic leadershipChange managementService improvementPeople leadership

Requirements

Candidates must possess Incident Command Level 3 or equivalent, with a willingness to achieve Level 4. You are expected to have significant experience in leading change, strong stakeholder management skills, and a background in strategic leadership.

Job Description

Area Manager - Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service


Salary: £77,186 p.a. + 20% Flexi Duty


Lead change. Shape culture. Protect communities.


We're looking for an exceptional leader to join Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service as an Area Manager. As a member of our Strategic Leadership Team, you'll help shape the future direction of the service, drive improvement, develop high-performing teams and make a lasting difference to the communities we serve.


We're seeking a leader who can combine strategic vision with operational credibility, inspire others through visible leadership, and champion positive organisational culture.


You'll bring:

  • Incident Command Level 3 (or equivalent) and a willingness to achieve Level 4
  • Experience leading change and service improvement
  • Strong people leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Commercial, financial and organisational awareness
  • A passion for public service and continuous improvement


This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking service at an exciting point in its improvement journey and help deliver safer communities across Gloucestershire.


For full details about the role, our vision, benefits and recruitment process, visit our Area Manager Recruitment Microsite at https://gloucestershire.gov.uk/recruitment/executive-recruitment/area-manager/


Apply now and help shape the future of Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service.

Skills

Incident commandStrategic leadershipChange managementService improvementPeople leadershipStakeholder managementCommercial awarenessFinancial awarenessOrganisational awarenessPublic service

About Gloucestershire County Council

We want Gloucestershire to be a county where everyone can live a healthy life, get a good education and job and feel proud of their area. We aim to make sure everyone is treated fairly, can access opportunities and services easily and feels welcome in a kind, caring community. Find out about working for us and our current vacancies - www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/jobs

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