Fire Safety Officer

GS2 Partnership; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organisation is seeking a Fire Safety Officer to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation and manage fire-related activities. Responsibilities include conducting on-site fire risk assessments, fire door inspections, and reviewing fire safety strategies. Candidates should have a Level 3 or 4 qualification in Fire Safety and relevant membership. The role offers hybrid working, 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and life assurance cover.

Benefits

Hybrid, flexible working

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme matching up to 12%

Life assurance cover

Qualifications

• Experience in carrying out fire risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fire safety compliance

Leadership

Data management

Education

Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Fire Safety

Membership of the IFE / IFSM or equivalent body

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