Differences Between The Term "Crew Manager" and "Crew Commander"
There is no difference in the term "Crew Commander" and "Crew Manager". They are the same "rank" or role. And the ones in Northern Ireland work even harder... A "Crew Commander" is simply referred to as "Crew Manager" when on station engaged in daily administrative duties, or non-emergency situations.
The "Crew Manager" is then referred to as "Crew Commander" when responding to / dealing with incidents or on the fire ground.
Some firefighters dislike the use of the term "manager" as it implies an administrative role rather than a front line role.
Crew Manager/Crew Commander is a rank that amalgametd the two previous ranks of Leading Fireman and Sub Officer in the Fire Service. It became the general dogsbody of the Brigade being the principle rank that kept the Fire Service operationally ready. More and more responsibilities and expectations have been imposed on the rank/role of Crew Manager/Crew Commander with no financial incentive at all.
Indeed, especially in the London Fire Brigade, it has become apparent the smooth running of the service is dependant of the good will and co-operation of the men and women in this rank, performing tasks which are way beyond their actual responsibilities.
When the rank is used as a lever in industrial action, by the unions against Management, it is possible to cripple the front line service by keeping Fire Appliances "Off the run" and unavailable for emergency calls. It is worth noting that this is done at a great financial loss for those performing the rank/role.
It is a difficult role to perform as the Firefighter regards them as management, and so has an element of distrust, and the senior management treats them with disdain as the lowest of all the ranks. Depending on the fire service qualifications that an individual Crew Manager/Commander has obtained reflects in the disregurd that many senior officers have for them, especially at operational incidents, where their knowledge, help and experience is often ignored.
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