Risk and Resilience Support Officer
Risk and Resilience Support Officer
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX Hybrid
- 27711 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or Secondment for 12 months (Maternity Cover)
Do you thrive in a dynamic challenging and rewarding role Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is seeking a Risk and Resilience Support Officer to join our Risk and Resilience Team helping to identify assess and mitigate risks across the county. In this vital role you will help identify assess and mitigate risks across Suffolk ensuring the safety of our community. If you are driven to make a meaningful difference and enhance safety in Suffolk we want to hear from you!
Your role and responsibilities
As a Risk and Resilience Support Officer you will play a key role in gathering and collating risk information on premises and sites across Suffolk for our operational crews. This information is vital in enabling crews to carry out their duties as safely as possible.
Heres a glimpse into what your typical week will look like:
- Conducting and managing the Operational Risk Inspection process including site visits and compiling Operational Risk Information within recognised guidelines.
- Maintaining Operational Risk information of various platforms
- Coordinating the Operational Risk Inspection schedule to ensure service measures are met.
- Providing district support as a single point of contact for Operational Risk
- Providing guidance at Local Authority Safety Advisory Group meetings ensuring plans are accurate and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
- Maintaining the SFRS areas within Resilience Direct including sharing crossborder information.
You will need
- Practical knowledge of SFRS fire stations the generic fire and rescue service departmental structure operational incident categories mobilising arrangements and operational procedures and terminology.
- Strong IT skills including excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 products
- Strong communication skills with the ability to share knowledge and present new information to others potentially in a formal setting.
- Able to work to multiple deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines particularly in relation to important risk information.
- Excellent attention to detail with a passion for creating and maintaining efficient and effective processes and procedures.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The Operational Risk Team at SFRS plays a critical role in gathering assessing and collating detailed risk information on premises and sites across Suffolk. This essential information ensures that our operational crews are wellprepared and equipped with the necessary details to carry out their duties safely and efficiently. By identifying potential hazards and risks within the local area the team contributes to effective decisionmaking during emergency response situations.
Our team culture is built on collaboration communication and trust. We thrive on working closely together bringing our collective knowledge and expertise to ensure that all aspects of risk information are captured and processed effectively.
Our teams operate in various locations across the county. This role is aligned with the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) within the North district although there may be occasions where you are required to work at other locations across the county.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were 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 ourWorkforce Equality Report
For more information
Please contact Gary Smith (Resilience Officer) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 0or emailing
If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Question 1:Please describe why you are the best person for the position what skills and experience you can bring to the team and how do these relate to the role.
- Question 2:Can you provide an example of a time when you had to prioritise a task to meet a deadline
- Question 3:Can you provide an example of how you have demonstrated excellent attention to detail and your commitment to creating and maintaining efficient and effective processes and procedures
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 2 April 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LIHybrid
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
