Fire and Safety Officer

Cushman and Wakefield; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Officer - Fire & Safety to oversee all fire and life safety systems at the site in Hyderabad. You will monitor readiness, coordinate responses to incidents, and ensure exits and assembly points are clear.

You will conduct regular inspections, lead drills, and train staff across security, housekeeping and engineering on basic fire safety and emergency procedures, ensuring preparedness 24/7.

Responsibilities

• Fire & Life Safety Operations: Monitor fire protection & life safety systems; ensure pumps, hydrants, sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers are operational; inspect equipment; keep exits clear; monitor fire panel alarms.
• Emergency Response: Respond to alarms and incidents; coordinate with Fire & Safety team and external services; participate in evacuations; maintain 24x7 readiness.
• Fire Safety Inspections: Regularly inspect buildings and critical areas; check extinguishers, hoses, alarms, lighting; identify unsafe conditions and initiate actions; maintain records.
• Fire Drills & Training: Conduct drills; train staff on basic fire safety and procedures; run toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions; ensure occupants know routes and assembly points.

Job description

Officer - Fire & Safety Job Title Officer - Fire & Safety Job Description Summary Job Description Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Fire & Life Safety Operations Monitor the operation and readiness of all fire protection and life safety systems. Ensure fire pumps, hydrant systems, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers and other firefighting equipment are maintained in operational condition. Conduct regular inspection of fire protection equipment and identify deficiencies. Ensure fire exits, escape routes, emergency staircases and assembly points remain clear and accessible. Monitor fire panel alarms and coordinate immediate response to fire-related incidents.
2. 2. Emergency Response Respond immediately to fire alarms, emergencies and other life-safety incidents. Lead the initial emergency response and coordinate with the Fire & Safety team. Coordinate with external emergency services such as the Fire Department, ambulance services and other authorities when required. Participate in emergency evacuation and rescue operations. Maintain emergency response readiness on a 24×7 basis through proper shift coordination.
3. 3. Fire Safety Inspections Conduct routine fire safety inspections of buildings, plant rooms, electrical rooms, DG areas, kitchens, parking areas and other critical locations. Check fire extinguishers, hydrants, hose reels, sprinklers, fire alarm devices, emergency lighting and other safety equipment. Identify unsafe conditions and initiate corrective actions. Maintain inspection checklists and records.
4. 4. Fire Drills & Training Conduct periodic fire and emergency mock drills. Train security, housekeeping, engineering and other employees on basic fire safety and emergency procedures. Conduct toolbox talks and fire safety awareness sessions. Ensure occupants are familiar with evacuation routes and assembly points.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”