Governance Officer

An opportunity has arisen within Democratic Services for a Governance Officer to join the team.

You will be responsible for supporting (and where appropriate deputising for) the Governance and Corporate Planning Manager to ensure that the arrangements for the co-ordination of all the Authority’s decision making and performance and overview functions comply with the Authority’s procedural and legislative obligations. You will also assist with the development and maintenance of an electronic committee system to facilitate the effective co-ordination of Member and senior management meetings and produce timely and accurate records. 

You will support the delivery of the Service’s Corporate Planning process through the maintenance of planning templates, toolkits and guidance documents, organising meetings at key points throughout the year to support the Corporate Planning timetable and providing guidance and support to departments in respect of corporate and departmental planning.

This is a fast-paced environment requiring flexibility and a strong focus on team work, support and prioritisation in order to meet tight deadlines.

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 below before completing your application.

Job description

Application guidance notes

Application form

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

Please quote job reference 37/25/GO on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 27th October 2025 9am.

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 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.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply - your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.