Fleet Business Support Officer
| Posting date: | 16 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,434.00 to £37,280.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 September 2025 |
| Location: | London Road, Colchester CO3 9AA |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Essex County Fire & Rescue Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | req347 |
Summary
Job Title: Fleet Business Support Officer
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £34,434.00 - £37,280.00
Location: Fleet Workshops, Lexden
Closing Date: 28th September 2025
*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location, however the expectation is that, as a hybrid role your work will be balanced between home and Services facilities, and you will be expected to attend the Service premises for at least 3 days of a 5-day working week.
The Role
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a genuine impact behind the scenes? Join our Fleet & Equipment team as a Business Support Officer and become the driving force that keeps our operations running smoothly.
In this role, you’ll be more than a support pillar—you’ll be a key contributor to our ongoing success. You’ll harness your attention to detail and passion for data to ensure our asset performance stands out, and your insight will help shape future improvements.
Imagine your days spent collaborating across teams, working together to streamline processes, and maintain our high standards in data accuracy and compliance.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your proactive mindset and commitment to excellence are valued, this is the opportunity to turn your analytical skills into real-world results. Help us define what “outstanding” looks like—join us and be the difference in our journey toward operational brilliance.
What You Will Be Working On
Tracking, reporting and supporting asset development, by monitoring performance through data analysis and regular reporting.
Supporting and reviewing workflows, maintaining professional documentation, coordinating audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Supporting workshop operations, liaising with internal teams and external partners, and gathering feedback for service improvement.
Implementing health and safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a safety-focused culture.
Managing digital records and systems, ensuring data integrity, and handling requests for dashcam footage.
What Are We Looking For?
Proven experience in a similar role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Proficiency in data analysis and performance monitoring tools.
Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
We’re seeking candidates with sharp expertise in data management and auditing—individuals who thrive on analytical challenges and excel at maintaining meticulous oversight. If you’ve got hands-on experience with internal audits, especially to ISO9001 standards, and a passion for ensuring that policies and procedures set the bar for best practice and compliance, we want to hear from you.
Holding an IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) qualification or equivalent will really set you apart, showcasing your dedication to first-class health and safety management—an essential facet of this role. You’ll be the driving force behind spotting opportunities for smarter processes, championing compliance, and fostering a culture that’s always raising the bar.
Bring your detail-oriented mind, strong organisational flair, and the ability to turn complex standards into everyday excellence. If you’re skilled in Health & Safety, problem-solving, data analysis, and ICT systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Communication, time management, and organisational skills—this is your chance to shine.
The ideal candidate is adaptable, approachable and supporting service changes.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this opportunity, you must:
Have Level 2 standard of education (e.g. GCSE or equivalent)
Hold a Current driving licence
Have an NVQ or City & Guilds or equivalent qualification relevant to vehicle repair
If you are an internal candidate, you must have discussed your application with your line manager and confirmed with them there are no outstanding issues of conduct or performance. This will be verified prior to shortlisting.
How to apply
You will be required to submit a CV detailing a minimum of five years employment and / or education history, along with a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria detailed in the Person Specification.
You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count of your supporting statement should not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.
You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications) should you wish. Your CV and additional documents will be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications).
Assessment and selection:
The assessment and selection approach will be:
Stage 1
Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria of the Person Specification)
Stage 2
Role specific panel interview
Interviews will be held on Monday the 13th of October.
Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk
This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £34,434.00 - £37,280.00
Location: Fleet Workshops, Lexden
Closing Date: 28th September 2025
*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location, however the expectation is that, as a hybrid role your work will be balanced between home and Services facilities, and you will be expected to attend the Service premises for at least 3 days of a 5-day working week.
The Role
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a genuine impact behind the scenes? Join our Fleet & Equipment team as a Business Support Officer and become the driving force that keeps our operations running smoothly.
In this role, you’ll be more than a support pillar—you’ll be a key contributor to our ongoing success. You’ll harness your attention to detail and passion for data to ensure our asset performance stands out, and your insight will help shape future improvements.
Imagine your days spent collaborating across teams, working together to streamline processes, and maintain our high standards in data accuracy and compliance.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your proactive mindset and commitment to excellence are valued, this is the opportunity to turn your analytical skills into real-world results. Help us define what “outstanding” looks like—join us and be the difference in our journey toward operational brilliance.
What You Will Be Working On
Tracking, reporting and supporting asset development, by monitoring performance through data analysis and regular reporting.
Supporting and reviewing workflows, maintaining professional documentation, coordinating audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Supporting workshop operations, liaising with internal teams and external partners, and gathering feedback for service improvement.
Implementing health and safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a safety-focused culture.
Managing digital records and systems, ensuring data integrity, and handling requests for dashcam footage.
What Are We Looking For?
Proven experience in a similar role.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Proficiency in data analysis and performance monitoring tools.
Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
We’re seeking candidates with sharp expertise in data management and auditing—individuals who thrive on analytical challenges and excel at maintaining meticulous oversight. If you’ve got hands-on experience with internal audits, especially to ISO9001 standards, and a passion for ensuring that policies and procedures set the bar for best practice and compliance, we want to hear from you.
Holding an IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) qualification or equivalent will really set you apart, showcasing your dedication to first-class health and safety management—an essential facet of this role. You’ll be the driving force behind spotting opportunities for smarter processes, championing compliance, and fostering a culture that’s always raising the bar.
Bring your detail-oriented mind, strong organisational flair, and the ability to turn complex standards into everyday excellence. If you’re skilled in Health & Safety, problem-solving, data analysis, and ICT systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Communication, time management, and organisational skills—this is your chance to shine.
The ideal candidate is adaptable, approachable and supporting service changes.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this opportunity, you must:
Have Level 2 standard of education (e.g. GCSE or equivalent)
Hold a Current driving licence
Have an NVQ or City & Guilds or equivalent qualification relevant to vehicle repair
If you are an internal candidate, you must have discussed your application with your line manager and confirmed with them there are no outstanding issues of conduct or performance. This will be verified prior to shortlisting.
How to apply
You will be required to submit a CV detailing a minimum of five years employment and / or education history, along with a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria detailed in the Person Specification.
You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count of your supporting statement should not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.
You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications) should you wish. Your CV and additional documents will be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications).
Assessment and selection:
The assessment and selection approach will be:
Stage 1
Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria of the Person Specification)
Stage 2
Role specific panel interview
Interviews will be held on Monday the 13th of October.
Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk
This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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