Fire Engineer and Consultation Team Advisor HIWFRS620987

Hampshire County Council; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Fire Engineering and Consultations Team at a leading local authority, advising on fire safety measures in new and renovation projects. This role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

24/7 access to a service provided gym

Funding for training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a fire safety related role.
• Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Advise on fire safety measures for new-build and renovation projects.
• Assist in fire safety audits in complex premises.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety

Job description

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Fire Engineer and Consultation Team Advisor HIWFRS620987

Salary Range:£35,235 - £37,035 per annum, plus Market Supplement of£3,500 per annum may be available upon reaching certain development milestones
Work Location: HIWFRS HQ, Eastleigh (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date:26 May 2025

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the specialist Fire Engineering and Consultations Team (FECT) within a high-performing Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service.

You will be responsible for advising on the adequacy of fire safety measures in a wide range of new-build and renovation projects across Hampshire & Isle of Wight, as well as assisting Protection Delivery in undertaking fire safety audits in complex premises. Your involvement will help to ensure public safety throughout Hampshire & Isle of Wight and will assist firefighters in undertaking their duties safety.Further information on the job activities and expectations can be reviewed as part of the associated job description.

The ideal candidate will be qualified to at least Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety with previous experience in a fire safety related role. They will be a team player with proven interpersonal skills, able to both impart and assimilate new knowledge, and have a desire for constant self-improvement. Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers will be an advantage, as will registration with the UK Engineering Council at EngTech grade.

What We Offer:

In addition to the advertised salary, we offer a wide range of working practices to invest in our staff and support both wellbeing and development. This currently includes, but is not limited to:

• Regular working from home or an alternative location of your choice;
• Annual leave entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays;
• 24/7 access to a service provided gym;
• Time and funding provided for regular training opportunities, both formal and informal, including the Fire Engineering degree apprenticeship scheme.
• Reaching Further - Inspiring and challenging ourselves and others.
• Showing Respect - Fairness, honesty and integrity in everything we say and do.
• Supporting Others - Listening and acting with compassion and empathy.
• Everyone Playing Their Part - Recognising the contribution we all make.

Vetting Requirements:

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat indirect discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied to any posts which may unintentionally exclude certain groups of potential applicants from applying or have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, disability, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, creed, sexuality, trade union activity or responsibility for dependants unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.