Wednesday, November 23, 2005

The SFE - Doc 37 Bury St Edmunds Firefighter

Tony – copy of note sent. We will review as soon as I get a reply, or by end of Jan at latest.
Paul H (handwritten)
SUFFOLK FIRE SERVICE


From: ADO Hayden

To: S Davies Human Resources Manager

Copy: DO Batchelor

Date: 15. 12. 97

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT INTERVIEW SUB OFFICER WIGGLESWORTH

I have recently completed a Personal development Interview with Sub Officer Wigglesworth in accordance with AA29 and associated guidance notes. During the interview there were two issues raised which I hope you can offer advice on.

Firstly, I was asked about any “Personal Specification” the Brigade had for promotion to the rank of Station Officer. Secondly, the interview identified a training need in the area’s of human resource and time management skills.

In the first instance, I understand his query is in respect of the general requirements which may be applied during suitability assessments for rank. I have given him general advice and guidance, and the PDI process has identified a number of objectives for further development. However, to enable to fully assess further development or training needs appropriately, I would appreciate any further guidance you may be able to offer in respect of any identified generic specification for promotion to Station Officer.

In the second instance, I have identified a need for further development in the area of managing and dealing with people and time management. Although I can offer local guidance, and have set a nd agreed some objectives with Sub Officer Wigglesworth, could you recommend any further training which may be available at County Level specific to these areas?

I have explained to Sub Officer Wigglesworth that the PDI process is not intended as a promotion appraisal scheme and we have set and agreed a number of non related local targets. However, given his length of service and qualifications, I believe it is a reasonable expectation that we identify any particular requirements for further promotion we may have.

Paul Hayden

Section A : Review of Past Performance

Objective 1

Course instructor on full range of internal courses.

Achieved

Objective 2

Organisation of Brigade B.A. spares.

Achieved

Section B : Agreed Objectives for Next Period

Objective 1

Take lead responsibility for the development of Brigade Training Records

Key Tasks

Identify specifications, Formulate alternatives, Manage Brigade trials.

Performance Indicators

Return all reports by the dates identified on the project brief.

Personal Objectives

Objective 2

Apply for transfer operational position 016 or day crew station

Key Tasks

Memo to Command (already done)

Consider opportunities as soon as they arise to gain current experience of operational command.
Development need Yes

Objective 3

Take up available “personal development” training opportunities at County level.

Key Tasks

ADO Hayden to identify suitable training courses.

Performance Indicators

Take up training within next 12 months.

Development need Yes
Objective 4

Identify and work toward achieving personal specifications for promotion to the rank of Stn Offr.

Key Tasks

Identify specification by January 1998.

Set further targets to achieve knowledge, skills, experience & qualifications by February 1998.

Development need Yes

Section C : Training and Development Plan

Personal development training – County provider.

Level of competence

Sound – to be provided to enhance human resource and time management skills.

Performance Level

Undertake suitable training where available

Take a wider role in department project management


Practical watch experience

Level of competence

Sound knowledge and skills, further practical experience will enhance personal portfolio

Performance Level

When transfer request is met, training as per RT 24

Take opportunities as they arise to gain practical watch experience on short term basis.

Personal Development to meet “person specifications” for promotion to Stn. O.

To be identified

Performance Level

ADO Hayden to assist in identifying Brigade objectives for further promotion. Separate development plan required to address any identified shortfall in knowledge, skills or experience (if any)

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