Corporate Landlord Fire Safety Officer (CDC)

Doncaster Council; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Doncaster is seeking a Corporate Landlord Fire Safety Officer. In this role, you will conduct fire safety audits and risk assessments, manage over 80 properties, and develop fire safety procedures. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 NEBOSH qualification and experience in fire safety management. Benefits include flexible remote working and opportunities for further training.

Benefits

Flexible remote working

Supportive and friendly team

Opportunities for further training

Qualifications

• The role requires Level 3 NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing fire risk assessments is needed.
• You should be enthusiastic, reliable, and able to manage your workload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire safety audits and risk assessments.
• Work with building managers on fire safety measures.
• Respond to reactive issues and investigate causes.

Skills

Extensive practical experience of managing fire safety

Proficient ICT skills

Ability to work with own initiative

Education

Level 3 NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate

Institute of Fire Engineers registered Fire Risk Assessor

Willing to work towards Level 4 Fire Safety Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computerised databases

Job description

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have a opportunity to be part of this in the role of Corporate Landlord Fire Safety Officer.

We are seeking an experienced fire safety advisor/risk assessor to join our Facilities Team. You will be part of a small team with responsibility for a portfolio of 80+ properties, including Grade 1 and 2 Listed buildings, that support front line service delivery.

In this role you will work with on-site building managers to carry out fire safety audits and fire risk assessments and plan and implement fire safety measures. The work is very varied with different challenges every day and you will be responding to a range of reactive issues, investigating the cause and identifying appropriate solutions.

What We Are Looking For

• Level 3 NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate qualifications.
• Institute of Fire Engineers registered Fire Risk Assessor is desirable.
• Willing to work towards Level 4 Fire Safety Certificate (Fire Auditor).
• Extensive practical experience of managing fire safety including the preparation and review of fire risk assessments and development of fire safety procedures.
• An enthusiastic, reliable and resourceful person with the ability to work on their own initiative, prioritising and managing their own workload effectively.
• Proficient ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and computerised databases.

Some of the perks working as a Corporate Landlord Fire Safety Officer

• Opportunities for flexible remote working
• Supportive and friendly team to help you develop in the role.
• Opportunities for further training and to develop your career in Facilities Management.

In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well‑being support and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discount and benefits schemes. More information on the benefits available to you as a City of Doncaster Council employee can be found in the attached benefits book.

Please ensure you view the job summary and job profile as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria.

Shortlisting: 1st December 2025 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 8th December 2025.

For further details or an informal chat please contact Lisa Faulkner, Tel: [phone], email [e-mail] or Janine Porter, Tel [phone], email [e-mail].

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.