Crew Manager Temporary Lowestoft South (Internal)

• Suffolk County Council Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service

• North District Lowestoft South Station

• Crew Manager salary in accordance with NJC pay scales

• Wholetime

• Temporary

This position is open to current Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) staff only.

Note:Swiftwater Rescue Technician (SRT) and Advanced Working at Height (AWAH) are mandatory required skillsets for this position.

A temporary Crew Manager vacancy has become available at the Lowestoft South Fire Station. The vacancy is expected to be for 6 months in the first instance and will be reviewed 4-weekly.

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service are looking to fill this vacancy with a motivated and committed individual who can demonstrate strong organisational values in line with SCC and SFRS.

Applications are invited from interested candidates eligible for temporary promotion to Crew Manager in line with the SFRS Service Progression Document (SPD). If you have any queries about the SPD and your eligibility then please discuss with your line manager in the first instance or the Training Learning and Development team at.

Applications are completed online. Please see the How to apply section below.

For more information

For an informal discussion please contact Jason Wilkins by calling or emailing.

How to apply

Step 1:Read the advert andJob and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).

Step 2:Complete theSupporting Statement templateby answering the followingquestions below. These can be taken from all aspects of your work and life experience and are not limited to work within SFRS(no more than 250words per question):

In your statement please state your current PDR placement and explain how you are eligible to apply for this position.

• Question 1: Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service expect its leaders to consistently demonstrate the behaviours and values set out in the NFCC Core Code of Ethics and the WeASPIRE framework. Describe a time within your role at Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service where you have demonstrated valuesbased leadership. Explain how you acted with integrity promoted dignity and respect and put people first particularly when faced with challenge pressure or competing priorities.

• Question 2: As a Wholetime Crew Manager in Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service you will be required to manage people fairly consistently and in line with Service policies and procedures. Provide an example of how you have managed performance conduct attendance or wellbeing within your team. This may include dealing with underperformance supporting someone through a difficult period or addressing behaviours that did not align with Service expectations.

• Question 3:Crew Managers within Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service must demonstrate sound operational knowledge and the ability to make safe effective decisions that protect staff and the communities we serve. Describe an operational incident or training scenario where you contributed to or led operational decisionmaking. Explain how you assessed risk communicated effectively and ensured the safety and welfare of personnel.

• Question 4: Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service is committed to developing its people and creating an inclusive supportive learning environment. Provide an example of how you have supported the development of others within SFRS. This could include coaching mentoring instructing supporting probationers addressing skills gaps or preparing individuals for future roles.

Step 3:Click Apply Now to start your online application and upload your supporting statement on the final page.

Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

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:6 May 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.