Fire Officer

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A safety consultancy firm is in search of a Fire Officer to support fire safety management across facilities including high-risk sites. The role entails conducting fire risk assessments, ensuring fire safety legislation compliance, and delivering safety training. Candidates should possess a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety along with a full UK driving license and relevant experience in fire safety management. The position offers a salary in the range of £50k-£60k along with benefits including a car allowance, pension, and healthcare.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license required.
• Proven experience in fire safety within high-risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Support fire safety management across various facilities.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and manage associated risks.
• Oversee fire detection and suppression system maintenance.
• Deliver fire safety training and drills.

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (Fire Inspector)

FPA Level 4 certificate in intermediate fire risk assessment or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Fire Officer required to support the delivery of effective fire safety management across a portfolio of facilities, including high-risk nuclear sites. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation, promoting fire safety awareness and maintaining robust fire prevention and emergency response arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Regular travel across the Midlands and North West, with occasional travel outside the region as required.
• Develop and maintain fire safety policies and procedures in line with UK legislation and nuclear sector regulations.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and manage and reduce risks within defined timeframes.
• Oversee fire detection and suppression systems, ensuring regular maintenance and compliance.
• Deliver fire safety training, drills and emergency evacuation exercises.
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors and external regulators on fire safety matters.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Promote a strong culture of fire safety awareness.
• Work closely with facilities teams to embed fire safety requirements.
• Provide fire safety advice across building design, refurbishment and construction projects.
• Support the installation, testing and maintenance of fire alarm, emergency lighting and access control systems.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (Fire Inspector) or FPA Level 4 certificate in intermediate fire risk assessment or equivalent.
• Full UK driving license.

Experience

• Experience in fire safety within facilities management and/or high-risk environments.

Benefits

• The company are offering £50k-£60k plus car allowance, pension and healthcare