Remediation Manager

Being part of Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) isn’t just about fighting fires - it’s about also making a difference through innovation and collaboration. We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Remediation Manager to help shape our future, supporting our front-line firefighters and support teams and wider partner organisations. 

This is your chance to apply your skills where it really matters. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference all the while growing your career, CFRS could be the perfect place for you. 

Salary: £37,376 per annum

Hours: 27 Hours per week 

Contract: Fixed for an initial term of 2 years

Location: Service Headquarters, Huntingdon

 

Why choose CFRS? 

At CFRS, our people are our greatest strength. We take pride in our culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and professional development. 

A Service that values you: 
94% of our employees care about the future of CFRS 
88% are proud to work for CFRS 
78% would recommend CFRS as a great place to work 

A culture that inspires and motivates: 
81% our people would still like to be working here in two years’ time 
83% feel motivated to give their best every day 
82% are satisfied with CFRS as an employer 

Opportunities for growth – whether it’s learning new technologies, leading projects, or gaining industry certifications, we support professional development every step of the way.

A culture of innovation and inclusion – we foster an environment where your ideas matter, and where every individual is valued, included, and empowered to excel. 

 

About the role 

We're looking for an experienced and proactive Remediation Manager to take the lead in making sure medium and high-rise residential buildings across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are made safe. You'll be coordinating work between the Combined Authority, local councils, and fire services to identify unsafe buildings and oversee their remediation. Where needed, you'll also help take enforcement action against those who fail to act. 

This is a hands-on, strategic role where you’ll manage budgets, keep on top of changing legislation, and make sure our Local Remediation Acceleration Plan stays up to date and effective. You'll be the go-to person for reporting on progress, sharing strategic updates with senior leaders, and working closely with government departments like MHCLG. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an agile, dynamic environment, supporting a service that truly impacts the community. 

 

About you:   

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences but ideally, we're after someone who understands the management of building safety, can work well across different teams and agencies, and is confident managing complex projects.  

In addition, you will have: 

• Understanding of the Government Remediation Acceleration Plan, its objectives and the timescales within it and how this will be achieved against the Cambridgeshire Local Remediation Acceleration Plan
• Knowledge of fire protection and the legislation under which building inspections are carried out
• Chairing tactical meetings involving different agencies with competing priorities and capacity. Briefings on progress to Strategic and Government level meetings
• Managing budgets and providing regular reports on financial position 
• Ability to manage teams against nationally set deadlines and report on progress against the same
• Able to communicate clearly verbally and produce accurate and comprehensive reports for internal stakeholders. Able to engage with residents through media and communications teams as required. 

 

Working life at Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service

• Career progression & specialist training – Whether you want to develop new skills, gain qualifications, or advance into leadership, we’ll give you the opportunities to grow. 

• Health & wellbeing support – Your wellbeing matters. We provide access to mental health resources, an Employee Assistance Programme, and occupational health services to support you throughout your career. 

• A culture of inclusion & belonging – We don’t expect you to fit a mould—we want you to bring your whole self to the job.  

• As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, with inclusion ambassadors and networks in place to champion every member of our team. 

 

About the rewards and benefits we offer

• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service 
• Competitive pension scheme 
• Family-friendly policies, including flexible working 
• Hybrid working options 
• Free on-site parking (site-specific) 
• Access to Blue Light Discounts at hundreds of retailers and events 

 

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity please review the Recruitment Pack, complete an EDI Form and send your CV and covering Letter (detailing your suitability for the role in line with the person specification held in the recruitment pack) to recruitment@cambsfire.gov.uk   

*Please note any CVs submitted without a Covering Letter will not be considered.  

Closing date: 12noon 8th October 2025