Jonathan Butlin

Area Commander
Assistant Director Prevention

“The entire workforce brings a huge mix of backgrounds, experiences and skills.”

Tell us about your role

As the Assistant Director, I have responsibility for Prevention, Training Centre, Human Resources & Development and Performance & Information.   

Tell us more about your fire service career

As the Assistant Director, I have responsibility for Prevention, Training Centre, Human Resources & Development and Performance & Information.   

Tell us more about your fire service career

I started my career with Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service as a firefighter at Hereford Fire Station in 1999. Since then, I have worked in a number of operational and support roles across different departments.  As an Assistant Director, I was previously responsible for Response before taking on the role for Prevention in April 2023.

What makes HWFRS a great place to work?

What makes Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service a great place to work is the people and their shared commitment to provide the communities of Herefordshire and Worcestershire with the best possible service. The entire workforce brings a huge mix of backgrounds, experiences and skills which allows for a greater development of our core services to the public.