Risk and Resilience Support Officer (Redeployment 23083)

• Suffolk County Council Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid
• Salary: 28598 per annum (Grade 4)
• Hours: 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

Do you thrive in a dynamic challenging and rewarding role Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an Operational Risk Inspector to join our Risk and Resilience Team helping to identify assess and mitigate risks across the this varied role you will play a key part in ensuring safety with a strong commitment to identifying and reducing risks. If youre driven to make a meaningful difference and enhance safety in Suffolk we want to hear from you.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

As an Operational Risk Inspector 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;

• Undertaking and managing the Operational Risk Inspection process including conducting site visits and compiling Operational Risk Information while working within recognised guidelines.
• Maintaining Operational Risk information of various platforms
• Helping coordinate the operational Risk Inspection schedule ensuring that service measures are achieved
• Providing district support as a single point of contact for Operational Risk
• Provide guidance at Local Authority Safety Advisory Group meetings ensuring plans are accurate and communicated to the relevant stakeholders
• Maintaining the SFRS areas within Resilience Direct including the sharing of cross border information.

You will need

• Practical knowledge of Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service fire stations the generic FRS 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 (JPP) (Word).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 plays a critical role within Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS) responsible for gathering assessing and collating detailed risk information on premises and sites across Suffolk. This essential information helps ensure that operational crews are well-prepared and equipped with the necessary details to carry out their duties as safely and efficiently as possible. By identifying potential hazards and risks within the local area the team contributes to effective decision-making 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 so the ability to travel forms part of the role.

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 by calling or 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) (Word).

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementindicatinghow you meet each of the criteria in the Person Profile sectionof theJPP.

• You should use theSupporting Statement template.
• Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage 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 emailingor 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 23 April 2026

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.#LI-Hybrid