Fire Safety Inspector — Risk & Advisory Expert

Hantsfire; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) invites applications for a Fire Safety Inspector based at one of the five HIWFRS hubs, including HIWFRS HQ in Eastleigh. You will deliver risk-based inspections, both pre-planned and reactive, and provide expert guidance to business owners to reduce fire risk.

The role requires knowledge of current fire safety legislation in the UK, with experience desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current fire safety legislation and how it is applied in the UK Fire and Rescue Service.
• Previous experience in a fire safety related post is desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Risk Based Inspection Programme, both pre-planned and reactive.
• Provide advice, support and guidance to business owners and others to reduce fire risk.
• Work with other authorities to undertake statutory consultations.
• Respond to Alleged Fire Risks, enforce the Fire Safety Order by collecting evidence and writing reports.
• Review and update Policy documents.

Job description

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) invites applications for a Fire Safety Inspector based at one of the five HIWFRS hubs, including HIWFRS HQ in Eastleigh. You will deliver risk-based inspections, both pre-planned and reactive, and provide expert guidance to business owners to reduce fire risk.

The role requires knowledge of current fire safety legislation in the UK, with experience desirable but not essential.