Station Commander

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

As a Station Commander, you’ll play a vital role in the effective delivery of fire and rescue services to the communities of Scotland. The role requires effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure local priorities align with broader organisational aims. A strong awareness of key challenges is essential to help deliver current priorities and shape the future vision of the SFRS.

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.

We are looking for individuals who can lead with integrity, communicate effectively, and consistently demonstrate the values and behaviours that support our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the communities of Scotland.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the essential eligibility requirements for promotion to Station 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.

Further Information

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.

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.

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.

This post is subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. The successful candidate will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and will be required to carry out regulated work with adults and children. 

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