Area Manager

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service is a strongly performing, forward-thinking service with outstanding values and culture. We are seeking motivated and capable leaders to help build on our achievements through continuous improvement, strong performance management and excellent service to our communities.

We are looking to appoint two Area Managers and invite applications from competent Group Managers who hold a current ICL3. Applicants should also hold a degree (or equivalent) or have equivalent experience working at a senior level.

You will demonstrate an effective and inclusive leadership style, with a strong focus on performance, delivery of objectives and continuous improvement, while upholding our values and supporting operational and strategic priorities.

All applicants will be required to complete an online application form detailing how they meet elements of the employee specification. References will also be requested, and candidates are encouraged to seek feedback from their referees.

How to apply?

External Applicants: Please click "apply now" above for the online application and further information.

Internal Applicants: Please apply via your MiPlace employee self service account. This ensures your application is saved within your account, and any personal information requested in the application form will automatically pre populate using the details stored in your MiPlace account. Please review and update these details if necessary.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours on Friday 12 June 2026.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a series of assessments as outlined below. A sifting exercise may be undertaken after each stage:

· Assessment Centre (including a media interview and peoples panel) – Monday 29 June & Tuesday 30 June 2026

· Online psychometric assessment

· Final Interview (which may include a presentation) – Wednesday 15 July & Friday 17 July 2026.

· ICL4 Ops Assessment – The successful candidate(s) will be required to undertake an ICL4 Ops Assessment w/c 20 July 2026.

If you are unable to make any of the dates listed above, please let Beth Simpson know via email at BethSimpson@lancsfirerescue.org.uk as soon as possible; however, there is no guarantee that alternative dates can be accommodated.

Further Information

For further information about this opportunity, please contact either Deputy Chief Fire Officer Steve Healey on 01772 866801 or Assistant Chief Fire Officer Sam Pink on 01772 866802.

Please be advised that recruitment support is only available Monday to Friday 09:00 hours – 16:45 hours. If you experience any issues with the online application form, you can contact us on 01772 866845.

Applicants may wish to seek their own advice in relation to the potential for the Pension Tax Annual Allowance to be applicable in the event of them being successful in their application.

This post is subject to a Standard check with the Disclosure and Barring Service*.

Diversity Matters at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service. We want to attract the broadest range of people to work with us and the more diverse the workforce, the better able we are to serve our community. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, social background, religion and/or belief or age. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

This post has been advertised internally and externally.