Community Fire Prevention & Safety Officer

Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue Service

Theale, Maidenhead

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 39,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Onsite gym

Parking facilities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is recruiting for a Community Safety Officer to join the Prevention Team. The role involves engaging with residents, families and partners to identify and address fire and wider community safety risks.

You will undertake Safe and Well Visits and deliver tailored safety advice to help vulnerable residents stay safe and independent across Berkshire. The position offers 37 hours per week, flexible working options, and a strong commitment to

Qualifications

Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance (health and safety, safeguarding, data protection, sustainability, equality, diversity and inclusion).
Must hold a current UK driving licence.
Maintain accurate, secure and compliant record keeping and information sharing.
Ability to deliver presentations to small or medium groups.
Able to work unsupervised and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Assess fire and community safety risks and identify appropriate interventions.
Provide, install, test and provide advice on safety equipment.
Deliver tailored advice on fire, water and road safety and wider vulnerabilities.
Work closely with internal teams and partner organisations to support vulnerable individuals.
Analyse local information to identify at-risk people and communities.
Develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies and community groups.
Maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding and data protection requirements.