Water Officer

2 weeks ago

Ipswich, United Kingdom Suffolk County Council Full time
Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid  £32,076 per annum (pro rata if part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available  Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only.

Join Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service and play a vital role in keeping our crews and the Suffolk community safe. As our Water Officer , you'll take the lead in managing our water team, ensuring a reliable supply for firefighting and ensure access for our crews during emergencies.

Your role and responsibilities  

The role is interesting and varied, looking at planning applications, evaluating how fire crews can access sites and, following guidance, decide how water needs to be provided for the premises or development. 

You will be the single point of contact for external stakeholders who are required to consult withthe Fire Service and provide responses, guidance, and additional information within tight consultation timelines in accordance with legislation

You will work with external partners such as planning departments, developers, water companies and internal SCC partners like, highways. 

You will be responsible for managing 2 support staff and 2 hydrant inspectors, with the support of our Protection team. This role is pivotal in ensuring our firefighters have access to the water they need to keep the public of Suffolk safe. 

You will need  

A level 4 qualification in Business Management or similar or equivalent experience and knowledge A Project Management Qualification (desirable)  A NEBOSH Certificate (desirable) The ability to lead a team act as a role model, provide support and guidance, and ensure staff meet objectives. Personal resilience and ability to work under pressure. Excellent communication skills to provide technical advice to varying audiences. Strong organisational abilities to manage information, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Empathy in handling complaints and challenges. Negotiation skills to achieve positive outcomes and value for money. Understanding of relevant legislation related to securing water for firefighting. Full knowledge of the Town and Country Planning Act. The ability to develop policies and procedures. To be able to produce reports and deliver presentations to planners and councils on behalf of the directorate.

You can view a full list of requirements in the . If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

The team  

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service offers exceptional service to the people of Suffolk. You too can be part of this team and help manage the hydrant inspectors who maintain the hydrants used by our crews across the service. You will also be part of the wider Protection Team that ensures buildings are safe for the public to use.

Empowering Everyone  

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our .

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