Fire Safety Officer

GS2 Partnership; Andover; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organisation is seeking a Fire Safety Officer to oversee all fire-related activities. This role ensures compliance with fire safety legislation, conducting assessments and inspections. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 or 4 qualification in Fire Safety and relevant experience. This position offers hybrid working, 25 days holiday, and a pension scheme with life assurance cover.

Benefits

Hybrid, flexible working

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme matching up to 12% plus life assurance cover

Qualifications

• Membership of the IFE / IFSM or equivalent membership body.
• Experience in carrying out fire risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site pre-occupation fire risk assessments.
• Conduct fire door inspections.
• Review fire strategies and plans.

Skills

Fire safety legislation compliance

Technical expertise

Data management

Leadership

Education

Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Fire Safety

Job description

Fire Safety Officer

Are you passionate about ensuring the highest standards of fire safety across complex property portfolios?

Do you combine strong technical expertise with the ability to lead people, manage data, and drive compliance?

Are you ready to make a real impact in protecting residents, buildings, and communities?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

A leading public sector organisaton is seeking a Fire Safety Officer to take ownership of all fire-related activities across its assets. You’ll ensure the organisation meets its landlord responsibilities, complies with fire safety legislation, and delivers robust management of cyclical inspections, servicing, and upgrade programmes.

Key duties of the Fire Safety Officer role include but are not limited to :

• Carrying out on-site pre-occupation fire risk assessments
• Carrying out fire door inspections
• Reviewing fire strategies and plans as part of the 38 sign-off

The successful Fire Safety Officer will hold :

• Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Fire Safety
• Hold a membership of the IFE / IFSM or equivalent membership body
• Experience is carrying out fire risk assessments

In return, you’ll benefit from :

• Hybrid, flexible working
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme matching up to 12% plus life assurance cover