Watch Manager: Lead Emergency Response & Teams

North East Ambition; North East; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Watch Manager in North East England. The successful candidate will lead teams and implement plans that align with service strategies while fostering positive relationships with employees and stakeholders. Candidates must hold a Current Incident Command Qualification and be a substantive competent Crew Manager or Watch Manager in a UK Fire and Rescue Service. Applications close on January 22, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be a substantive competent Crew Manager or Watch Manager in a UK Fire and Rescue Service.
• Current Incident Command Qualification is required.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate teams in line with service policies.
• Promote positive relationships with employees and trade unions.
• Support collaboration with partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Collaboration

Education

Current Incident Command Qualification

Substantive competent Crew Manager or Watch Manager

Job description

A regional Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Watch Manager in North East England. The successful candidate will lead teams and implement plans that align with service strategies while fostering positive relationships with employees and stakeholders. Candidates must hold a Current Incident Command Qualification and be a substantive competent Crew Manager or Watch Manager in a UK Fire and Rescue Service. Applications close on January 22, 2026.