Transformation Programme Manager; FTC – South Wales Fire & Rescue Service

Transformation Programme Manager (2 years FTC) – South Wales Fire & Rescue Service

Please apply by: 15th January 2026, midday
Shortlisting is anticipated to take place: w/c 19th January 2026
Interviews are anticipated to take place: w/c 26th January 2026

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is offering two fixed-term contract positions for Transformation Programme Managers. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Change and Transformation, these roles will support and drive strategic change and improvement within the service. The positions are based at the Service Headquarters in Llantrisant, with some flexibility for remote working, and require visible leadership across the service.

The Transformation Programme Managers will help to develop and shape a new portfolio management function and will work with other programme managers, project executives, and other stakeholders to ensure key priorities and improvements are delivered. They will play a key role in overseeing actions, governance, and implementing the recommendations from the Culture Review Report, as well as the activities outlined in the Commissioners' Terms of Reference.

• Support the development of a portfolio management office.
• Manage key programmes of improvement.
• Lead governance meetings for robust oversight of plans.
• Collaborate with departments and stakeholders across the service.

• Experience in change management, particularly in complex projects involving process, people, and technology changes.
• PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification, or equivalent project delivery experience.
• Enthusiastic and positive leader who can engage and inspire staff across the service.
• Proactive, independent, adaptable, and committed to personal and team development.
• Transformational approach and alignment with the NFCC Core Code of Ethics.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.