Group Commander

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is delighted to invite applications for the role of Group Commander.

As a Group Commander, you will play a key role in the safe and effective delivery of Fire and Rescue Services to the communities of Scotland. You will provide clear operational and professional leadership, working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to deliver current priorities and support the future direction of the Service.

This role forms part of the SFRS Flexi Duty Officer System and requires you to provide an operational emergency response as Incident Commander. You will lead, manage, support and resolve operational incidents safely and effectively, as well as providing support and leadership to other Flexi Duty Managers in their Incident Command duties.

Applicants must be able to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve organisational aims and demonstrate a strong, solution‑focused approach to leadership and problem solving. They must demonstrate a good understanding of SFRS organisational aims and challenges and experience of leading and managing change.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the essential eligibility requirements for promotion to Group Commander. Full details of the eligibility criteria are detailed in the Recruitment Information Pack.

Recruitment and Selection Process

To apply, candidates must complete the online application form, upload the SFRS CV Template  and upload their current appraisal confirming readiness for progression.

Candidates must also complete the application questions via ALICE. Access to ALICE is provided within the Recruitment Information Pack.

Full instructions on how to apply are provided in the Recruitment Information Pack

For internal applicants:

Senior Manager Endorsement (SME) is required for this process. Please refer to the guidance document for further information.

Next Steps

Candidates successful at shortlisting will progress to interview. The interview will include a presentation and service specific interview questions aligned to SFRS priorities and strategic objectives.

The SFRS is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Disability Confident Employer. At application stage, we ask that you to disclose any disability and outline any special requirements you would like to request during the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered.

Further Information

If you have the relevant skills, experience and can meet the specific requirements of the role, we welcome your application.

Full details of the role and the selection process can be found in the Recruitment Information Pack.

For further information, or if you would like to apply in a different format, please e-mail SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.