Fire Safety Officer

Southern University College; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern University College in Johor Bahru invites applications for a Fire Safety Officer to conduct scheduled visual inspections of campus buildings, exits and safety equipment, and to reference servicing to authorised personnel.

You will identify hazards, assist with evacuation planning and drills, maintain records, and support JBPM compliance and safety improvements in collaboration with campus management.

Qualifications

• At least SPM or recognised equivalent qualification.
• Completed and passed the JBPM-recognised FSO course with competency assessment.
• Able to conduct walking inspections and maintain clear records.
• Good communication, teamwork and practical problem-solving when interacting with campus users.
• Willingness to participate in fire drills and relevant refresher programmes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled visual fire safety inspections in campus buildings and zones, including escape routes and exit signs.
• Check and record the visible condition and accessibility of extinguishers, hose reels, alarms and emergency lighting; refer servicing to authorised personnel.
• Identify and report blocked exits, unsafe storage and hazards to the Fire Safety Manager and track corrective action.
• Support campus evacuation planning, drills, briefings and awareness sessions for lecturers, staff, students, contractors and visitors.
• Assist with evacuation-zone arrangements, assembly-point coordination and communication during emergencies.
• Maintain inspection checklists, hazard logs, drill attendance and training records promptly.
• Support preparations for JBPM inspections, Fire Certificate renewal and contractor inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

SPM or recognised equivalent

Job description

This role involves conducting scheduled visual fire safety inspections across assigned campus buildings and zones, including escape routes, exit signs, fire doors, emergency access and housekeeping conditions. You will check and record the visible condition and accessibility of fire extinguishers, hose reels, alarm points, emergency lighting and related equipment, referring technical testing and servicing to authorised personnel.

Key responsibilities

Conduct scheduled visual fire safety inspections in assigned campus buildings and zones, including escape routes, exit signs, fire doors, emergency access and housekeeping conditions

Check and record the visible condition and accessibility of fire extinguishers, hose reels, alarm points, emergency lighting and related equipment; refer technical testing and servicing to authorised personnel

Identify and report blocked exits, unsafe storage, equipment defects and other hazards to the Fire Safety Manager, and track corrective-action closure

Support campus evacuation planning, fire drills, briefings and awareness sessions for lecturers, staff, students, contractors and visitors

Assist with evacuation-zone arrangements, assembly-point coordination and communication during emergencies in accordance with training and approved procedures

Maintain inspection checklists, hazard logs, drill attendance, training records and other OKK documents accurately and promptly

Support the FSM in preparations for JBPM inspections, Fire Certificate renewal, inspections by service contractors and implementation of improvements

Coordinate routine fire-safety reminders and follow up reported concerns with relevant campus departments and contractors

Attend required fire safety competency training, practical exercises and refresher activities and maintain eligibility for formal FSO appointment

Carry out other relevant fire safety duties assigned by the Fire Safety Manager or campus management, within training and authorisation limits

About you

At least SPM or a recognised equivalent qualification, or another FSO eligibility pathway accepted by JBPM (including eligible former fire officers)

Completed and passed the required JBPM-recognised FSO course and competency assessment for formal appointment; provide certificate or evidence of eligible training status

Able to conduct walking inspections, maintain clear records and report hazards promptly

Good communication, teamwork and practical problem-solving skills when interacting with campus users

Willingness to participate in fire drills, relevant refresher programmes and emergency response tasks within approved training

Education, Training & Professional Development 51-100 employees

Southern University College (Southern UC), previously known as Southern College, was established in 1990. It is the first non-profit higher education institute in Malaysia. The establishment of Southern College was to provide alternative tertiary education for high school graduates to pursue higher qualifications in home country. Foon Yew Advanced Studies Programme was first set up in 1975 at Southern College and later Foon Yew Board of Directors made an application to the Ministry of Education for setting up Foon Yew College and then Southern College. Through twenty-two years of management and support from the Chinese community, the Ministry of Higher Education finally approved Southern College to be upgraded to Southern University College in 2012. Southern UC aims to become a well-known International University by 2030.

The 33 acres of Southern University College campus, mainly donated by the philanthropist, Mr. Seow Wan Heong is located at Skudai, Johor Bahru. The campus reflects a fusion of Chinese and multicultural traditions of Malaysians.

Southern University College consists of:

Faculty of Humanities and Social SciencesFaculty of Business and ManagementFaculty of Art and DesignFaculty of Engineering and Information TechnologyFaculty of Chinese MedicineFaculty of Education and PsychologySchool of Foundation StudiesSouthern Institute of Technical EducationSchool of Professional & Continuing EducationInstitute of Graduate Studies and ResearchResearch Institute of Chinese Ethnicity & CultureResearch Institute of Malay Language and Culture.

Southern University College (Southern UC), previously known as Southern College, was established in 1990. It is the first non-profit higher education institute in Malaysia. The establishment of Southern College was to provide alternative tertiary education for high school graduates to pursue higher qualifications in home country. Foon Yew Advanced Studies Programme was first set up in 1975 at Southern College and later Foon Yew Board of Directors made an application to the Ministry of Education for setting up Foon Yew College and then Southern College. Through twenty-two years of management and support from the Chinese community, the Ministry of Higher Education finally approved Southern College to be upgraded to Southern University College in 2012. Southern UC aims to become a well-known International University by 2030.

The 33 acres of Southern University College campus, mainly donated by the philanthropist, Mr. Seow Wan Heong is located at Skudai, Johor Bahru. The campus reflects a fusion of Chinese and multicultural traditions of Malaysians.

Southern University College consists of:

Faculty of Humanities and Social SciencesFaculty of Business and ManagementFaculty of Art and DesignFaculty of Engineering and Information TechnologyFaculty of Chinese MedicineFaculty of Education and PsychologySchool of Foundation StudiesSouthern Institute of Technical EducationSchool of Professional & Continuing EducationInstitute of Graduate Studies and ResearchResearch Institute of Chinese Ethnicity & CultureResearch Institute of Malay Language and Culture.