Officer - Fire & Safety

cw; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Hyderabad is seeking an Officer - Fire & Safety to monitor fire protection systems, coordinate emergency responses, and ensure safety compliance. The role involves inspections of buildings, electrical rooms, DG areas, kitchens, and other critical locations, plus leading drills and training for staff.

The incumbent will maintain readiness 24x7, report deficiencies, and coordinate with external emergency services as required, ensuring safe egress and assembly points are

Responsibilities

• Monitor the operation and readiness of all fire protection and life safety systems.
• Lead the initial emergency response and coordinate with the Fire & Safety team.
• Conduct routine fire safety inspections of buildings, plant rooms, electrical rooms, DG areas, kitchens, parking areas and other critical locations.
• Conduct periodic fire and emergency mock drills and train staff on fire safety procedures.

Skills

Fire safety

Emergency response

Safety inspections

Drills & training

Job description

Job Title

Officer - Fire & Safety

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

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. 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. 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. 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”