Systems Administrator Team Leader

Systems Administrator / Team Leader

Location: Occupational Health, Alfreton Fire Station, Alfreton

Salary: Grade F, Salary £37,280 per annum (pro-rata to 18.5 hours - £18,640 per annum)

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Hours: 18.5 hours per week, preferably Tuesday-Thursday. You may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours.

Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.

Closing date: midnight on 25 March 2026

About Us:

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is an emergency service with a team of over 800 people working towards the vision of ‘Making Derbyshire Safer Together’. We’re proud to be one of the country’s top-performing fire and rescue services, recently rated ‘Good’ in 9 out of 11 areas by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS). This recognition reflects the professionalism, progress, and dedication of our people. Whether it’s responding to emergencies, preventing incidents, or supporting our frontline teams behind the scenes, every role makes a real difference.

We work to our values of - Leadership, Respect, Integrity, Openness, Teamwork and Ambition

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our OH team within a supportive, values-driven organisation and contribute to work that directly supports our workforce and wider community.

Over recent months, we have been reviewing the HR service delivery model to ensure the department is equipped to meet the evolving needs of our Service. As a result, we are realigning parts of the structure creating two new roles of Resourcing Manager and Systems Administrator/Team Leader. Existing roles of HR Assistant and Service Centre Assistant are now being recruited to following the review.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for a proactive, solution-focussed Systems Administrator/Team Leader to develop and enhance our OH system and lead a small administration team.

About the role:

Working within the OH team and with IT professionals, you will:

• Maintain, configure, test and improve the OH system (OPAS G2).
• Produce, validate and interpret data, reports and management information.
• Provide user support, training and guidance.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and secure handling of sensitive information.
• Lead service improvements through innovation and effective system use.
• Liaise with the external system provider and internal IT team to resolve issues and support development.
• Support, coach and develop the OH Administrators to deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service.

Please see the attached Job Description/Person Specification for more information about this exciting role.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

To be successful in this role, you will bring the following qualifications and experience:

• Understanding of management information systems and how data is structured.
• Maintenance and development of information systems, databases, procedures and reports.
• Manipulation and validation of data.
• Knowledge of GDPR, data protection and data storage.
• Ability to identify new ways of working and drive improvements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop effective solutions.
• GCSE Maths and English (A–C / Level 4+ or equivalent).
• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Business & Administration, or equivalent experience.

What We Offer in Return:

We believe in rewarding our people with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Flexible working hours.
• Agile working (minimum 60% office based, depending on business need).
• Family friendly policies.
• Annual leave entitlement of 27 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (pro-rata to 18.5 hours).
• Free, secure on-site car parking.
• Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations.
• Employee discount scheme (Boost) and eligibility to apply for Blue Light Card.
• Employee support networks.
• Enhanced maternity pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).
• Occupational sick pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months’ full & 6 months’ half after 5 years’ service.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Pension Scheme (FPS) with generous employer contributions.
• Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.