Fire Safety Inspector (8094)

Norfolk County Council; Wymondham; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Norfolk County Council is seeking a Fire Safety Inspector to ensure the safety of tall buildings through inspections and assessments. This role offers an opportunity to promote safety and compliance while working flexibly within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee discounts and incentives

Car lease scheme for eco-friendly vehicles

Qualifications

• Essential knowledge of fire safety and building regulations.
• Experience in safety inspections preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of buildings per risk-based programs.
• Assess safety arrangements in tall buildings for certification.
• Provide guidance and promote fire safety awareness.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Inspection skills

Enforcement skills

Education

Level 4 diploma in fire safety

Job description

Job Description

Fire Safety Inspector (8094) | Permanent contract | 18.5 hours per week | £36,124 to £37,938 per annum pro rata | (Grade I) | Wymondham, Norfolk

Norfolk County Council's Fire and Rescue team is committed to the safety of its residents. The Building Safety Regulator is responsible for ensuring the safety of tall buildings. This role’s primary focus is to carry out work for the building safety regulator as part of the regional team assembled by fire services, with employment through Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service.

As a fire safety inspector, you will undertake inspections of buildings in Norfolk according to their risk-based inspection programme and assess fire safety arrangements in tall buildings as part of applications for building safety certificates through the building safety regulator.

This may involve site visits and liaising with responsible and accountable persons.

The successful candidate will also provide guidance regarding tall buildings for Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service enforcement and remediation actions, as well as promote fire safety awareness within the business community. Enforcement of fire safety regulations as outlined in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order may be required.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to help shape community safety in tall buildings. You will be making a difference in saving lives.

The role offers flexible hybrid working, with office access when needed. Working regionally, you will connect with other regional services, which can be discussed during the interview.

The minimum essential qualification for this role is a Level 4 diploma in fire safety or equivalent.

If suitable applicants with this qualification are limited, we will consider candidates meeting all essential knowledge and experience criteria.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Robert Curtis, Group Manager – Protection Lead, at [e-mail].

Benefits of working for Norfolk County Council:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options such as flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Financial benefits including employee discounts, Blue Light card, relocation expenses, and travel expenses
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions, life assurance, and dependants’ pensions
• Tax-efficient pensions and bike schemes
• Car lease scheme for eco-friendly vehicles
• Referral bonuses for hard-to-fill roles

Before applying, please review the full Job description and person specification to demonstrate your suitability. Additional information on our Terms and Conditions is available.

Existing Norfolk County Council employees can view and apply for vacancies via myOracle using their @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email addresses.

Redeployment closing date: Friday 23rd May 2025 at 23:59

All other applicants closing date: Friday 6 June 2025 at 23:59