Fire Safety Inspector Talent Pool (Grey and Green Book)

Cornwall Council; Truro; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Truro is seeking a qualified Fire Safety Inspector to join the Protection Team. This role supports fire safety initiatives and involves varied responsibilities, including participating in succession planning for upcoming positions. Candidates should hold a Level 4 certificate in Fire Safety and have strong organizational skills. The application process includes screening, interviews, and feedback sessions, aiming for continuous improvement in the fire safety framework.

Qualifications

• Current Level 4 certificate or Diploma in Fire Safety required.
• Valid fitness assessment must be maintained for Grey Book.
• Full UK driving license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support high standards of fire safety and protection.
• Contribute to succession planning for available positions.
• Participate in application screening and interview processes.

Skills

Strong report writing

IT skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 4 certificate (Fire Auditors)

Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety

Job description

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service are offering the opportunity for suitably qualified Fire Safety Inspector, in line with the NFCC competency framework, to apply for the talent pool within the Protection Team. This is an exciting chance for motivated individuals to further their career and contribute to the ongoing success of our fire safety initiatives. Successful candidates will play a vital role in supporting our commitment to high standards of protection across the county. Applications are open for the Grey Book Crew and Watch Managers and Green Book positions within the Protection Team. Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service is committed to the ethical principles laid out in the Core Code of Ethics. This will be reflected throughout this promotion process. You are required to provide a short statement on your understanding of safeguarding. This should be no more than 200 words and will not be scored as part of the overall process although it must demonstrate a sound understanding of the safeguarding process. Please note that applications cannot be edited after they have been submitted, so please contact [e-mail] if you have any queries or require assistance with your application.

Selection Process: The selection process will consist of both application screening and an interview, which will include a presentation on a specified topic. Those who are successful at this stage will be included in the Protection Talent Pool. Membership of this pool is a crucial part of succession planning to ensure that a range of positions, expected to become available over the next 12 months due to retirement, can be filled efficiently and effectively. Please be aware that this is a talent pool process – being successful and gaining a position in the talent pool does not guarantee you will be selected for a permanent position. The talent pool will be held for 12 months at which point it will be reviewed.

Assessment Framework

• NFCC Leadership Framework.
• Core Code of Ethics
• Role profile.
• NFCC Competence framework for fire safety regulators.

Any offer of employment made following this process will be conditional, dependent on the successful completion of relevant pre‑employment checks including enhanced DBS. Feedback: All applicants can request feedback whether successful or not. Feedback will be available from panel members. Applicants are asked to book an appointment, following completion of the process, with a panel member during the dates advertised in the schedule below. Salary: Cornwall Council Grade 3 Green Book or Crew and Watch Manager rates as appropriate. Commencement in Role: As required over the 12 months following the completion of the process. Candidate Feedback Sessions: Scheduled at a convenient time. Supporting information: For questions about the process, contact [e-mail], [e-mail], [e-mail].

Reasonable Adjustments: Reasonable adjustments are changes an employer makes to remove or reduce a disadvantage related to someone's disability. Please inform the hiring manager and People Team of any reasonable adjustments you require to support you with this process. This must be done at least two days prior to the interview date.

Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service Vision and Values: This recruitment process aims to support the Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service objective to ensure we have the right people with the right skills, behaviours and values are in the right roles at the right time. Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service is committed to the ethical principles laid out in the Core Code of Ethics: Putting our communities first – we put the interest of the public, the community and service users first. Integrity – we act with integrity, including being open, honest and consistent in everything we do. Dignity and respect – making decisions objectively based on evidence, without discrimination or bias. Leadership – we are all positive role models, always demonstrating flexibility and resilient leadership. We are all accountable for everything we do and challenge all behaviour that falls short of the highest standards. Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) – We continually recognise and promote the value of EDI both within the FRSs and the wider communities in which we serve. We stand against all forms of discrimination, create equal opportunities, promote equality, foster good relations, and celebrate difference. As a service of Cornwall Council, we are committed to the vision of “Working Together to make Cornwall safer”. We uphold and align to the Council Vision and Values.

This position is open to both internal and external candidates. Grey and Green Book applications are sought from suitably qualified Grey (Crew & Watch Manager) and Green Book personnel who hold Level 4 certificate (Fire Auditors) or Level 4 Diploma in fire safety.

Key Requirements

• Hold a current Level 4 certificate (Fire Auditors) or Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety, in accordance with the NFCC competency framework.
• Internal candidates should have successfully completed the CFRS Crew/Watch Manager talent pool process or be a substantive Crew/Manager with a lateral move request submitted for this position prior to the application opening.
• Staff must have a current and valid fitness assessment. (Grey Book only).
• Successfully completed IC Level 1 training. (Grey Book only).
• Full, valid UK driving license.
• Strong report writing, IT and organisational skills.