The role of an Area Manager is, within the framework of policies and procedures, determined by the Fire Authority and the Executive Management Team, to:
Be responsible for the overall management and command of an Area of Service Delivery or Training and Operational Review or Service Development or Prevention and Protection within Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, as directed by the Chief Fire Officer or
Plan and implement organisational strategy to meet organisational objectives.
Lead organisational strategy through effective decision making.
As head of department contribute to the Service Management Team
Provide support and direction to members of Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service in relation to developing and discharging responsibilities identified within the IRMP and Annual Service Plan.
Determine the effective use of physical and financial resources.
Develop and implement robust strategic service delivery plans in consultation with staff.
Lead, monitor, attend operational incidents/exercises and take command where appropriate, supporting people to resolve operational incidents.
Provide leadership and support to staff to effect the necessary cultural change, promote diversity and develop a highly flexible and responsive service.
Recruit, and develop a high performing team to achieve the targets and objectives assigned.
Ensure robust performance management arrangements are in place; manage the performance of teams and individuals to achieve objectives.
Undertake the appraisal of staff, giving constructive feedback, identifying training needs and challenging underperformance.
Establish, monitor and maintain high standards of staff attendance, performance, conduct and discipline.
Apply human resources policies and procedures as appropriate.
Implement and manage projects including projects of change leading to an improvement in quality and efficiency.
Develop information systems to support service delivery objectives.
Implement quality assurance systems.
Monitor compliance with quality assurance systems.
Advise on the development and implementation of quality policies.
Adhere to the health and safety legislation applicable to the role and ensure that appropriate risk assessments are in place.
Observe rules governing health and safety and use safety equipment where it is provided.
Lead and deliver projects as directed by the Chief Fire Officer or Director.
Develop and co-ordinate links and networks within and outside LFRS with partners and other external bodies.
Represent their Director and/or Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service on appropriate occasions.
Participate in and lead Service-wide committees, task groups and project groups where directed.
Promote a positive image of the Service in dealing with all other organisations and members of the public.
Promote the principles of equality and diversity and comply with LFRS Equal Opportunities Policy at all times.
Support Service activities by developing a network of contacts both within and outside the organisation.
Engage with the media and provide information as required.
Demonstrate a commitment to personal development and actively participate in the appraisal process.
To observe all rules governing health and safety and use safety equipment where it is provided.
To support LFRS in its commitment to prevent pollution and minimise its impact on the environment.
The post holder may be requested to undertake the duties of higher graded staff subject to consultation. In addition, other duties at the same responsibility level may be interchanged with/added to this list at any time.
On-Call Fire Engine
Wholetime Fire Engine
4x4 Unit
