Fire Officer / Fire Security Officer

Unitech Group; South City; On-site; INR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Unitech Group is seeking a Fire & Life Safety professional to manage operation, inspection, testing and maintenance of firefighting equipment and life safety systems. You will ensure proper functioning and preventative maintenance, and implement all statutory requirements and safety standards across the site.

The role includes conducting mock drills, safety awareness sessions, ERP procedures, and supervision of Fire & Security staff to ensure continuous improvement in safety and emergency

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, test and maintain firefighting equipment (extinguishers, pumps, hydrants).
• Oversee proper functioning and preventive maintenance of fire protection and life safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with statutory fire safety regulations and guidelines.

Job description

• Responsible for the operation, inspection, testing and maintenance of all firefighting equipment, including fire extinguishers, fire pumps, hydrant systems, sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems.
• Ensure proper functioning and periodic preventive maintenance of all fire protection and life safety systems.
• Ensure implementation of all statutory requirements, fire safety regulations, State Fire Service guidelines and applicable compliance standards.
• Monitor daily Fire & Security operations and ensure smooth functioning of all assigned activities.
• Conduct regular fire safety inspections and identify potential fire hazards, unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain fire safety records, inspection reports, maintenance logs, compliance documents and emergency response records.
• Plan, organize and conduct periodic mock drills covering fire emergencies, medical emergencies, bomb threats, evacuation, flooding and other emergency situations.
• Conduct regular fire safety awareness sessions and training programs for employees, security personnel and other occupants.
• Ensure effective implementation of the Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Emergency Evacuation Procedures.
• Supervise and monitor the performance of Fire & Security personnel, including duty allocation, shift management and operational discipline.
• Coordinate with authorized service providers and AMC vendors for timely servicing, testing and maintenance of firefighting and security equipment.
• Investigate fire incidents, near misses, safety violations and security-related incidents and recommend preventive measures.
• Ensure timely closure of observations raised during fire safety audits, inspections and statutory assessments.
• Submit daily, weekly and monthly Fire & Security performance reports to management.
• Ensure emergency equipment, firefighting installations, fire exits, escape routes and assembly points remain accessible and operational.
• Maintain emergency preparedness and ensure continuous improvement in overall Fire & Security standards.