The Role
Post: Transport Technical Development Officer
Salary: £40,657 per annum (full time)
Grade: FRS D
Salary range: £40,657 - £46,550 per annum (full time)
Contract type: Fixed Term until 31/01/2026
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Thursday 04 July 2024 at 16:00 GMT
An opportunity has arisen within Prevention and Protection Department – Transport Liaison and Alternative Group for a Transport Technical Development Officer.
The postholder will be responsible for developing partner agency relationships, policies, procedures, driving best practice and working with Transport providers on building safety matters across the London Transport Network. This would include key areas of Network Rail, Transport for London, Heathrow/City airports and other key transport hubs. The individual would develop and support continuous personal development (CPD) expanding staff’s knowledge, skills, and abilities within the Protection environment to work in the rapidly evolving Transport and Energy sector.
The ability to understand and decipher technical/operational information and strong organisational skills are required for this role. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills are required to cultivate and maintain relationships within the Brigade and with outside organisations.
Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.
We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
Assessment Overview
Stage 1
Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.
To apply, please complete the online application, upload your CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:
1. Experience of developing transport policies, procedures and partnerships.
2. Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own work and meeting deadlines and targets with minimal supervision.
3. Effective written communication skills in order to prepare written reports/letters in plain English as well as documents of a legal/technical nature.
4. A working knowledge of the broad aims and provisions of transport infrastructure providers and projects.
Please note that we will evaluate and score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.
Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.
Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.
Stage 2
Assessment for this role is due to take place mid/late-July 2024. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.
Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.
Additional Information
Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday (full time) plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave (full time) for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.
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