Business And Project Support Officer

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. 

NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role:

Business and Project Support Officer - Job Ref N001/01/2026

The post holder will be an integral part of the Service Support Centre Team. Delivering at all times to a high standard, they will provide expert advice and guidance to management and wider NIFRS project teams on the development and delivery of Asset & Services projects.

Hours of work;
Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation.
In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post.

There are currently two permanent posts based at NIFRS Service Support Centre, Boucher Road. 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 permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order).

Salary
The salary scale is PO2. The salary range is currently £39,862.00 - £42,839.00 per annum.

All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org, or telephone 028 9266 4221.

Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Monday 26th January 2026.

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.