His working life has been founded upon operational delivery for communities. Born and brought up in Birmingham, his background has real affinity for what we do and where we do it.
Oliver received the MBE and later OBE for his leadership in Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
Since leaving the armed forces in 2014, he has undertaken a number of strategic executive-level roles in the private and third sector, including most recently as CEO of Places Leisure.
Oliver will start in role as soon as all necessary background checks are completed, and will begin a handover process with our Deputy Chief Fire Officer Jo Bowcock to ensure the continued delivery of outstanding services to the people of the West Midlands.