Job Introduction

Fire Safety Inspecting Officer

Grade 7 - £31,586 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent 

We are looking for a Fire Safety Inspecting Officer to join our Protection Team. The primary role will be to ensure compliance with the Fire Safety Order 2005. This will include auditing premises, giving advice and carrying out building regulations consultations.

We are looking for applicants who have well developed written and verbal communication skills with a minimum or 4 GCSE passes at A-C (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths. Previous experience of carrying out audits/inspections and delivering talks to groups is essential.  To apply for this position applicants will either have a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or will be required to commit to work towards this qualification within a specified timescale.  The successful candidate should also be willing to undertake any other courses and qualifications applicable to this role.

Excellent interpersonal skills are required as the role will be dealing with members of the public on a daily basis.  A full valid driving licence is also essential.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check before the appointment is confirmed.

For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact:

GM Alec Thomas Alec.Thomas@shropshirefire.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 4 March 2025. 

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to equality and diversity at work. We positively welcome applications from disabled people and minority groups who are under-represented in our Service.  For the health and safety of our employees, we operate a no smoking policy.