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Do you have strong analytical and communication skills, and a commitment to continuous development? Then apply to be our Operational Assurance Officer today!
An exciting opportunity to join our Operational Assurance Team has become available!
This role supports continuous improvement across Avon Fire & Rescue Service’s (AF&RS) Operational functions by reviewing practices, equipment use, system processes, and knowledge development. It ensures staff can respond effectively using the All-Hazard approach and leads the creation and coordination of guidance aligned with national standards.
Some of the things you will be doing
Effectively process operational learning, wherever and in whatever form it is identified, for understanding at all operational levels throughout the organisation. Produce, manage, implement and co ordinate guidance, documentation and processes.
Carry out horizon scanning for emerging threats to the Service to initiate and inspire a continual process of improvement and development within the function.
Support the Station Manager with projects, attending meetings and demonstrations, and assist with any presentations or training of staff.
Maintain an awareness of development in National Operational Guidance as relevant to this post.
Build effective working relationships with other departments, emergency services, responding agencies and local authorities.
Once CAVA trained (Certificate of Assessing Vocational Achievement), attend exercises, prolonged incidents, training events etc across departments, to provide a quality assurance function.
Deputise for the Station Manager Operational Assurance (Guidance) at meetings or other events when required.
Carry out any additional responsibilities as reasonable and appropriate, as agreed with line manager.
Once you have read the job description, please complete the application form telling us how your skills, qualifications and experience match those required for this role, please provide examples wherever you can. The information you give will assist us in our shortlisting process.
If you experience any issues with the application or require a paper version please contact [email protected]. Late applications and any applications with no supporting statement will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 8000 on any communications. Thank you.
With effect from July 2023 legislation was amended to enable all Fire & Rescue Services to undertake standard DBS checks for all employees. All job roles require a standard DBS check, with certain defined roles requiring an enhanced check. These will be renewed throughout employment.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Additional reading
It is important for you to familiarise yourself with our work at Avon FRS and the framework we follow. Please see some resources below for you to read and explore:
