Director - £91,722.09 - £97,593.62 Per Annum (Under Review)

NIFRS Headquarters, 1 Seymour Street, Lisburn, BT27 4SX

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction.

Director of People & Culture - Job Ref: N053/08/2026

The successful applicant will form part of the organisation's Executive Leadership Team (ELT), supporting the Chief Fire & Rescue Officer (CFRO) in providing strategic leadership, influencing the vision and direction of the Service. As the Director of People and Culture you will be central to this programme of work. We are looking for a motivated leader who has a strong history of sound human resource practice and the delivery of organisational improvement programmes.

You will be results driven and have a proven track record of building strategic relationships and leading teams to deliver alongside challenging performance programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity for suitably qualified individuals, the role comes with an excellent benefits package including on-site parking, flexible working, generous holidays and gym facilities on-site.

Hours of work

Currently 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Salary

The salary scale is Director Level. The salary range is currently £91,722.09 - £97,593.62 per annum (Under Review)

Other Information

There is currently 1 permanent post, based at NIFRS HQ, 1 Seymour Street, Lisburn, BT27 4SX. The successful applicant will be required to travel around all NIFRS locations. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional fixed term or permanent vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order).

In view of the level of this appointment, the postholder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post.

A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women and those from the Roman Catholic Community, applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.

Downloads

• Application Guidance Notes
• Candidate Information Pack - Director of People and Culture
• Corporate Privacy Notice
• Equality and Inclusion Statement & Equal Opportunities Policy
• Job Description - Director of People & Culture
• NFCC Leadership Framework
• NIFRS Benefits Package
• Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy & Security of Disclosures Policy & Procedures

Important: The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 21st August 2026.