Overview

ICT Data Systems Engineer

Salary – £34,434 to £36,363 per annum + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of ICT Data Systems Engineer to work within our outstanding ICT Team and assist Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service on their Digital and Data transformation across a range of exciting projects. Reporting directly to the Software Development Officer you will be responsible for supporting the ICT team with the transformational change projects and maintaining/enhancing existing ICT investments in Software, Services and Security of systems. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct. We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service are one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters are located in purpose built premises based in Washington, within easy reach of the A1 and A19. On site facilities include a staff gym, ample free parking and canteen facilities.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical advice, support and guidance to users, primarily with the Data and Information team and ICT development team.
• Representing ICT and participating in working groups where technical input is required.
• Supporting, querying and maintaining specialist information and data management systems such as CFRMIS, GIS, IRS etc.

Qualifications and experience

• Experience in creating/managing/optimising database systems including data warehouse solutions.
• Experience involving data processing, transmission, storage and retrieval along with advanced report writing, Microsoft Analysis Services and analytics.
• Experience of Microsoft SQL server, PowerBI, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to configure and maintain database servers/databases and associated systems/processes.

Selection Process

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

• Advert closes - 26th September 2025 at 12 noon
• Notification of shortlist - 2nd October 2025
• Interview - 9th October 2025
• *Dates and stages may be subject to change

Interested in applying?

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words demonstrating how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description. The supporting statement must not be generated or enhanced with assistive AI and will be checked for this during processing. For further information about the role, please contact Wayne Longton-Worley, Head of ICT on 0191 444 1500.

Application and adjustments

Further information about our Service can be found by visiting www.twfire.gov.uk and our various social media channels. We are a Disability Confident Employer, and if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment processes, please contact us by email at recruitment@twfire.gov.uk. All requests will be reviewed.

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an Enhanced DBS check relevant to the role, completion of an occupational health medical and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.

Please submit your application form by no later than 12 noon on Friday 26th September 2025.