Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service

15/10/2026

We're Hiring: Station Manager – On-Call

As Station Manager – On‑call, you will provide direct line management to our on‑call stations and play a pivotal role in strengthening on‑call service delivery across RBFRS.

This includes responsibility for operational line management, recruitment and succession planning, training oversight, performance management, standardisation, and retention initiatives.

You will champion on‑call workforce and response matters and act as the organisational focal point for all on‑call–related issues.

The role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to, and influence, the wider Hub Management Team.

The closing date for applications is 10:00am on Monday, 2 November 2026.

Read more about the role and apply now: https://ow.ly/SIi150ZXUbQ

15/10/2026

Flood Action Week: Are You Prepared?

Here's some more tips of how to stay safe during a flood:
💧Do not turn on your gas or electrics if they have gotten wet – only turn them on once they have been checked and cleared by a qualified technician.
💧Ensure good ventilation if using portable indoor heating appliances to dry out indoor spaces. Never use petrol or diesel generators or other similar fuel-driven equipment indoors – the exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which can kill.
💧For advice and support at any time, call the Environment Agency’s 24/7 flooding hotline (Floodline) on 0345 988 1188.

Read more flooding safety advice on our website: https://ow.ly/eYuE50ZWLGu

14/10/2026

Tonight's meeting of Royal Berkshire Fire Authority begins at 5:30pm. The live stream for this meeting will be available through our YouTube channel:

Enjoy the videos and music that you love, upload original content and share it all with friends, family and the world on YouTube.

14/10/2026

We're Hiring: Management Accountant (Fixed Term - 12 months)

We are recruiting for a Management Accountant to join the Finance and Procurement Team to assist in the delivery of effective and efficient financial accounting services for the Service, its partners, and other external organisations.

This includes the interpretation of financial regulations and procedures, as well as the provision of financial analysis, advice and guidance, which enable the business to deliver its business goals.

This is a great opportunity to work for a Public Service provider who invests in the development and wellbeing of employees. We offer flexible working arrangements so our teams can achieve a good work-life balance.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Friday, 30 October 2026.

Find out more about the role and apply now: https://ow.ly/ElIW50ZXElw

14/10/2026

Today (14 October) is National Burns Awareness Day.

In the UK, the top causes for burns and scalds include hot drinks mugs, cooking with fat, hot fluids, and hair straighteners.

If someone does get burnt, remember to Cool, Call and Cover.
🩹Cool under running cool water for 20 minutes.
🩹Call 999, 111 or your GP.
🩹Cover the affected area with cling film.

For more information and advice relating to preventing and treating burns, visit the Children's Burns Trust's website: https://ow.ly/KGrq50ZWMMN

13/10/2026

Between, April 2025 and March 2026, fire alarms failed to operate properly during 25 percent of domestic fires in England. That’s more than 5,000 smoke alarm failures in homes across the country.

We are sharing vital safety information for people living in rented accommodation or social housing:
🔥Landlords and housing providers are required by law to fit smoke alarms in all rented accommodation.
🔥Carbon monoxide alarms must also be fitted in rented properties with fixed appliances such as gas boilers or fires.
🔥Carbon monoxide alarms must also be fitted when appliances such as gas boilers or fires are installed in any home.
🔥Landlords and housing providers in social and private rented sectors are responsible for repairing or replacing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms once they are told they are faulty.

Read more smoke alarm advice on our website: https://ow.ly/8o0v50ZTpPG

13/10/2026

Ahead of the upcoming State Visit in Windsor, please visit Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead's website to stay informed on road closures and transport, parking, waste and recycling, and more.

https://www.rbwm.gov.uk/community-and-living/state-visit

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan of Oman, has accepted an invitation from His Majesty The King to pay a state visit to the United Kingdom from Tuesday 20 October to Thursday 22 October 2026.

To support this state visit, the Royal Borough is working with Thames Valley Police, the Royal Household and other key partners to minimise disruption to those that live and work in, or plan to visit, Windsor. Costs for the state visit will be paid for by UK Government.

Please check our webpage regularly for the latest updates and advice – with road closures and parking suspensions expected on Monday 19 October and Tuesday 20 October www.rbwm.gov.uk/state-visit

12/10/2026

Around 6.3 million homes and businesses in England are at risk of flooding. That’s why we are urging people across the county to prepare as part of (12 to 18 October 2026).

Follow this advice to keep you and your loved ones safe during floods:
💧Sign up to get flood warnings from the Environment Agency for your local area: https://ow.ly/KIP150ZWLE1
💧Check for flooding on the Government's website: https://ow.ly/XcOb50ZWLE2
💧If possible, move all people and pets upstairs if your building begins to flood.
💧Stay inside and call 999 if you are in danger – for example, if it is affecting electrics.

Read more on our website: https://ow.ly/AAxP50ZWLE3

11/10/2026

The Public Protection Partnership will once again be offering a free Electric Blanket Testing service this year in Bracknell and Newbury.

The date, times and venues are:
❄️Monday, 26 October 2026. From 9:30am to 3:30pm. At Bracknell Fire Station.
❄️Tuesday, 27 October 2026. From 9:30am to 3:30pm. At Newbury Library.

No booking required.

Read full details on our website: https://ow.ly/cw3850ZVnsp

10/10/2026

We're hiring: HR Administrative Support

This is a varied role where you will provide essential administrative support across a range of HR activities, helping us to provide an efficient and responsive service to our colleagues across the organisation. You’ll support everything from maintaining employee records and managing HR processes through to recruitment, onboarding, leavers and DBS checks.

As well as supporting the day-to-day running of the HR service, you’ll have the opportunity to help us review and improve the way we work. This will include maintaining clear processes and trackers, identifying opportunities to streamline administrative tasks and helping to embed improvements across the team.

Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/5ZI350ZVQiV