Area Manager – Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service
Location: Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters, Garstang Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3LH
Duty System: Continuous Duty System
Closing Date: 23:59 hours, Friday 12 June 2026
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Application Process
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.
Qualifications
- Current ICL3
- Degree (or equivalent) or equivalent experience working at a senior level
Key Dates
- Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours on Friday 12 June 2026.
- 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 – w/c 20 July 2026
Additional Information
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*.
Salary: £67,792 – £74,360 (20% Flexible Duty Allowance and 10% Continuous Duty Allowance)
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