Business Support Administrator

The main purpose of this job roles is to provide administrative support for teams within Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service’s (CFRS) Operational Policy and Assurance (OPA) department.

Duties will cover/ include:

1. Reviewing current administrative processes and tasks to suggest and implement digital improvements.

2. Providing administrative support for the Policy and Planning team.

3. Managing and updating a section of the intranet with accurate information about the OPA department.

4. Planning and co-ordinating arrangements for meetings and providing administrative support for Crisis Management and Business Continuity exercises. Attending the meetings to take minutes and actions when needed.

5. Updating a system with high-risk data flagging, which provides information to fire crews when they respond to emergencies.

6. Providing occasional cover for the administrator within the Fleet Services team.

7. Providing occasional cover for the Receptionist

Essential requirements of the role include:

1. Strong IT skills, with a desire to automate processes to save time.

2. Ability to use Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.

3. Excellent communication skills.

4. Ability to plan and prioritise own workload.

5. Educated to BTEC Higher, NVQ in Business Administration (or other relevant subject or qualification) or equivalent experience.

To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.

CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and on-site gym.

Further information, a full job description and application form can be found below, or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please ensure you read the Application guidance notes before completing your application.

Please return completed application forms via email to recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Job description

General information

Application guidance notes

Application form

Please quote job reference 17/25/BSA on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 16 July 2025 at 6pm

Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations

It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.