Nottinghamshire County Council
Senior Emergency Planning and Safety at Sports Grounds Officer
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Salary
£40,444 - £45,529 per annum
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours per week
37
Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP
Working Arrangements
Hybrid
Job Description / Person Specification
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Competency Framework
Tier 6
Number of posts
3
Interview date
20 November 2026
Closing Date
29 October 2026 23:55
At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion. We believe in creating a safe and supportive environment for everyone. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents!
Are you passionate about civil protection and emergency planning? As a Senior Emergency Planning and Safety at Sports Grounds Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety of our residents. You will provide expert advice on the emergency planning and safety at sports grounds agenda and provide support in response to any major emergencies. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safety of our community!
In This Role, You Will
- Provide specialist emergency planning and safety at sports grounds input to the Emergency Planning Team.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
- Offer emergency planning advice for major events and crowded places.
- Support counter-terrorism and security workstreams.
- Lead the preparation of business impact analyses and business continuity plans.
- Develop and deliver training programmes, identifying training needs and implementing solutions.
- Collaborate with local partners, such as the emergency services and other councils.
- Participate in the on-call duty rota, responding to emergencies outside normal working hours.
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To Succeed In This Role, You Should Have
- A degree or equivalent experience.
- A thorough understanding of emergency planning principles and practices.
- Experience in safety at sports grounds and major events.
- Strong knowledge of counter-terrorism measures and security protocols.
- Proficiency in project management, including the ability to produce detailed reports.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Demonstrates excellent customer care and sets a positive example for others.
- Can work within a team to achieve high performance.
- Anticipates customer needs and strives for continuous improvement.
- Upholds the Council’s policies for fairness and respect.
At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer
- A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A supportive environment that prioritises your well-being.
- Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements.
- Flexible working arrangements to help you balance work and life.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a real impact in your community! If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, apply now and join Nottinghamshire County Council in ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents!
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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Lucy Rutter on 0115 8044572 or by email lucy.rutter@nottscc.gov.uk.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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