Job Description

Salary

39,256 to 40,949

Contractual hours

42

Basis

Full time

Region

Leamington Spa

Job category/type

Crew Manager, Fire Control Operator

Date posted

21/07/2025

Job reference

RA0006966

CONTROL Crew Manager

Leamington Spa Headquarters

Permanent

Salary - 38,039 to 39,679 competent



We are advertising for the role of Control Crew Manager working within the existing Team located at Service Headquarters, Leamington Spa on a permanent basis.



Applicants are welcome from internal competent Control Firefighters and we also welcome applications from Control Crew Managers who are already competent in role and may wish to transfer to Warwickshire from another Fire and Rescue Service.

About the Team

Based within our newly refurbished Control room, you'll be joining our established team, working on a Watch Based flexible shift pattern.

We are currently upgrading our Command and Control system, having recently replaced our telephony system so we can employ the latest technology available to provide an excellent service to the people of Warwickshire.

About the Role

Deputising for the Watch Manager in their absence, you will be responsible for leading and co-ordinating the core function of emergency call handling, mobilising of resources and supporting operational incidents. As a Crew Manager, you will be resilient and demonstrate excellent communications skills whilst delivering training and supporting Control Firefighters within your Team to ensure that high standards are maintained.

Key Requirements

WM1. Lead the work of teams and individuals to achieve their Fire and Rescue objectives WM2. Maintain Fire & Rescue work activities to meet work objectives WM3. Manage information for Fire and Rescue Service operational activities WM4. Take responsibility for effective performance in Fire and Rescue WM5. Contribute to the development of teams in Fire and Rescue Service WM6. Investigate and report on Fire and Rescue incidents to inform future practice WM8. Lead and Support Control Operations to Resolve Events




For further information please see the and Person Specification.

Working for Warwickshire -

This is the difference you make



Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision, could you be one of them!



At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire's economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best.



Your future matters to us, we provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month, to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants. To find out more please visit: Warwickshire Pension Fund homepage - Warwickshire Pension Fund'



The benefits we offer include access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform.

Additional Information

Warwickshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please be advised successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre-engagement checks, including a relevant Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed. Warwickshire County Council adheres to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.



The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.



For further information about the role please contact SC Amanda Swinden

Email : amandaswinden@warwickshire.gov.uk

Closing date: 18th August 2025

Interviews anticipated: 28th August 2025

Should you require application forms in an alternative format / language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact hrandpayroll@warwickshire.gov.uk and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements.

Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce.