Community Fire Safety Advocate

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire service in Greater Lincolnshire is seeking a Community Fire Safety Advocate to enhance community safety initiatives. In this role, the advocate will conduct home fire safety visits, provide tailored guidance to vulnerable individuals, and engage actively with local groups to promote safety and health awareness. Candidates should be passionate about community engagement, possess strong communication skills, and ideally have experience in community safety. A full driving license is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in community safety and partnership working.
• Ability to deliver training and engage with various stakeholders.
• Flexible approach with a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Promote health, safety, and wellbeing in communities.
• Carry out home fire safety visits and provide tailored advice.
• Deliver campaigns and educational activities.

Skills

Community engagement

Communication

Innovative thinking

Job description

Community Fire Safety Advocate – Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue

Join our prevention team as a Community Fire Safety Advocate and make a real difference in people’s lives. In this role, you’ll work closely with communities to promote health, safety, and wellbeing, reduce fire risks, and support wider community safety initiatives. You’ll carry out home fire safety visits, provide tailored advice to vulnerable individuals, and deliver engaging campaigns and educational activities. By building strong partnerships with local agencies, schools, and community groups, you’ll help create safer environments and foster social cohesion.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about community engagement, confident in communication, and committed to safeguarding. You’ll need to be proactive, innovative, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with partners and colleagues. If you have experience in community safety, partnership working, and delivering training, along with a flexible approach and a full driving licence, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and play a vital role in protecting lives and promoting safety across our communities.