Current Vacancies

Director of People and Culture

Location – Service Headquarters, Carmarthen

Salary – £115,894 - £122,261

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an outstanding Director of People and Culture to lead a fundamental transformation of its people function, strengthen organisational capability and help build a modern, high-performing and inclusive culture

This is not a traditional HR Director role. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will play a central role in shaping the direction of the Service. You will align the People and Culture function to the organisation’s strategic priorities, ensuring it becomes a true driver of performance, culture and operational excellence - not simply a support service.

You will lead organisation-wide cultural and leadership development, embed clear standards of performance and behaviour and build a cohesive, professional People and Culture Directorate capable of sustaining long-term progress. 

Crucially, you will also deliver early impact - stabilising workforce challenges, strengthening industrial relations and building confidence in leadership and the wider people function.

We are looking for a senior people leader with:

• A strong track record in complex, unionised or operational environments.
• Experience of leading organisational development and cultural transformation.
• The credibility and confidence to operate and challenge at Executive level.
• The emotional intelligence to lead with empathy while delivering change.
• The ability to build leadership capability and develop high-potential teams.

You may come from within or beyond the public sector, but you will bring a clear affinity with public service values, a commitment to Wales and an appreciation of the responsibilities of an emergency service.

This is a pivotal role at a defining moment for the Service. If you are motivated by the opportunity to lead meaningful change, influence at the highest level and make a lasting impact on communities across Wales, we would be delighted to hear from you.

To find out more and how to apply please visit Penna | Jobs or for an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Fizza Islam at Fizza.Islam@LHH.com or on 0141 220 6460.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Application Pack

The Welsh Language
Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Monitoring Officer and Clerk to the Fire and Rescue Authority

Location – Service Headquarters, Carmarthen

Salary – £106,554 (pro-rated to two days per week)

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service protects and serves communities across a vast and diverse region of Wales, covering Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, Neath Port Talbot, Powys and Swansea. Our Fire and Rescue Authority provides the democratic governance of the Service, ensuring that it operates effectively, transparently and in the best interests of the communities it serves.

We are now seeking to appoint an experienced and highly credible Monitoring Officer and Clerk to the Fire & Rescue Authority to support the Authority in maintaining the highest standards of governance, probity and ethical conduct.

This is a statutory role, responsible for carrying out the Monitoring Officer functions under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 and advising the Fire and Rescue Authority on constitutional, legislative and procedural matters. The role also acts as Clerk to the Authority, ensuring that its democratic processes, meetings and governance arrangements operate lawfully and effectively.

Working closely with the Chair of the Fire Authority, Members of the Authority and the Chief Fire Officer, the post-holder will provide independent professional advice on governance and standards, oversee the Authority’s Constitution and Code of Conduct arrangements, and help ensure that the Authority’s decision-making is robust, transparent and compliant with relevant legislation and guidance.

We are seeking an individual who brings:

• Strong knowledge of local government governance, constitutional practice and standards frameworks.
• Experience of advising elected members and senior leadership on legal, governance or procedural matters.
• The ability to provide independent, balanced and trusted advice in a complex public-sector environment.
• Excellent judgement, credibility and communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance professional, senior lawyer or former local authority Monitoring Officer to contribute to the effective governance of an essential public service.

To find out more and how to apply please visit Penna | Jobs or for an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Fizza Islam at Fizza.Islam@LHH.com or on 0141 220 6460.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Application Pack

The Welsh Language
Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We currently have on-call firefighter vacancies at the following stations: 

Northern Division

Ceredigion
Aberystwyth
Tregaron
New Quay
Aberaeron
Lampeter
Cardigan
Borth

Powys
Newtown
Machynlleth
Montgomery
Welshpool
Llanfair Caereinion
Llanfyllin
Llanidloes
Knighton
Rhayader
Brecon
Abercrave
Crickhowell
Llandrindod Wells
Builth Wells
Llanwrtyd Wells
Hay-on-Wye
Presteigne
Talgarth

Western Division

Carmarthenshire
Llanelli
Carmarthen
Kidwelly
Pont-iets
Ammanford
Tumble
Newcastle Emlyn
Llandysul
Llandeilo
Llandovery
Whitland

Pembrokeshire
Haverfordwest
Milford Haven
Fishguard
St David's
Narberth
Pembroke Dock
Tenby
Crymych
Caldey

Southern Division

Neath Port Talbot
Glynneath
Cymmer
Seven Sisters
Amman Valley
Port Talbot

Swansea
Reynoldston

Are you ready to apply?

Please complete our expression of interest form and a member of our Human Resources Team will be in touch as soon as possible.

Request to Return to Employment (On-Call Only)

The option of “returning to employment” can be offered when an employee has voluntarily terminated their On Call Contract with MAWWFRS and requests a return to employment within four years of their last recorded day of duty. This facility is only available to employees looking to return to the role of a firefighter. Although personnel who had previously held the role of a Crew or Watch Manager are eligible to apply, their return can only be to the role of a firefighter.

Please complete our return to service form and a member of our Human Resources Team will be in touch as soon as possible.

Our Vision and Behaviours

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Vision is to deliver the best possible service for the communities of Mid and West Wales. 

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service Behaviours outline how the Service expects every member of staff to:

• Be Accountable
• Be Respectful
• Be Impartial
• Be Ethical
• Demonstrate Integrity

Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours throughout the recruitment process.

Safeguarding

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and satisfactory references.

Part Time Catering Assistant

Service Headquarters, Carmarthen

Grade 3 – £25,989 – £26,824 (Pro-Rata)

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is seeking applications from individuals for the role of Catering Assistant based at Service Headquarters, Carmarthen. 

The Role
We are seeking for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to support the delivery of catering services at our Carmarthen site. The role involves assisting with meal preparation and service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all kitchen and mess areas, ordering and purchasing provisions, managing laundry, and recording food and fridge temperatures. You will also provide refreshments for staff, visitors, and course participants, and cover duties in the cook’s absence.

The working hours are 9am – 2pm, Monday to Friday.

This is a part time post working 25 hours per week with flexible hours in line with the Service’s flexi-time scheme. 

Enquiries
For further information regarding this post, please contact HR Manager, Lizzie Jones on lizzie.jones@mawwfire.gov.uk  

Applying for the role
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, with reference to the criteria set out in the Job Description and Person Specification in the attached job application pack.

Completed forms should be returned by email to humanresources@mawwfire.gov.uk

Mid & West Wales Fire & Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and satisfactory references.

Please be advised that applications are welcome in Welsh, and any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Closing Date
29 April 2026 at 16:30pm

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