People Adviser

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have an excellent opportunity for a skilled People Adviser to join their People Advice and Employee Relations team as part of the wider People Directorate. The location of the role is flexible across Scotland.

This is a part time post working 26 hours per week however applications from individuals seeking to work on a flexible working basis would be considered. The specific working pattern can be discussed and agreed during the selection process.

Working with the support of colleagues in a busy team, you will be responsible for providing expert advice on a range of generalist and employee relations matters, including absence management, capability, discipline and grievance issues to name a few.

You will support and foster a positive work environment through your collaboration with stakeholders, and drive engagement by delivering training on key people areas. You will also contribute to HR projects and initiatives throughout the Directorate.

This role requires someone who can manage cases with confidence and who can advise managers, making clear, informed decisions that align with company policies, values and legal requirements.

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements. A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. Therefore, the successful candidate's will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.