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Fire Safety Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

Fire Safety Officers reduce risk by doing the unglamorous work consistently: inspections, defect logging, evidence-ready records, clear briefings, and closing corrective actions. Employers value calm judgement, precise reporting, and confident site communication.

Facilities & Safety Mid-level Sponsorship: employer-dependent (indicative) English CV required
CV required: candidates without a CV are not considered.
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Work eligibility: non-UK candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, or apply only to roles where an employer can sponsor (this depends on the client, role scope and compliance checks).
Typical gross pay (brutto) £14.00–£20.00 / hour (indicative; permanent roles often lower than contract rates)
Core output Risk visibility + accurate logs + corrective actions closed
Site reality Walkdowns, documentation, briefings, stakeholder coordination
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All pay guidance is shown in gross terms (before tax/NI). Final offers depend on employer, location, site complexity, and responsibility level.

How employers measure performance (the “control loop”)

  1. Detect: inspect, walk the site, identify deviations and defects.
  2. Record: log findings with location, severity, and a clear description.
  3. Escalate: notify the right owner (supervisor, facilities, contractor, H&S).
  4. Correct: coordinate fixes within policy boundaries and track progress.
  5. Verify: confirm closure and keep evidence tidy for reviews.
Practical reality: the role is as much about documentation quality and follow-up as it is about inspections.

Typical responsibilities

  • Conduct scheduled inspections and maintain safety logs.
  • Support fire drills, muster point readiness and staff briefings.
  • Report defects, track corrective actions, and verify closure.
  • Coordinate with facilities/contractors within site rules.
  • Maintain clear handover notes for shift continuity (where applicable).

Detailed requirements

  • English CV: mandatory; role-specific evidence matters.
  • Inspection & reporting: you can document findings precisely.
  • Training/briefings: confident communication with staff and contractors.
  • Professional judgement: know when to stop work and escalate.
  • Evidence discipline: logs, actions, and closures are consistent and traceable.

Pay & role patterns (gross)

  • Typical permanent pay: commonly around the mid-teens per hour gross.
  • Senior / complex sites: higher pay is possible with broader responsibility.
  • Contracts: can show higher headline rates depending on the engagement model.
  • Shifts: days are common; some sites include evenings, weekends or on-call.

Always compare like-for-like: permanent vs umbrella/contract, and whether the role includes broader compliance ownership.

What to put on your CV (so screening is fast)

CV section What to include Example phrasing
Inspection scope What you inspect, how often, and how you record findings (logbooks, tickets, checklists). “Performed routine fire safety walkdowns; logged defects with location + severity; issued actions and tracked closure.”
Briefings & drills Toolbox talks, inductions, drill coordination, staff communications. “Delivered short briefings to staff/contractors; coordinated drill readiness and post-drill observations.”
Corrective actions How you follow up, who you coordinate with, and how you verify completion. “Managed action list with owners and deadlines; verified closure and maintained evidence.”
Stakeholder handling How you escalate issues and ensure compliance without conflict. “Escalated high-risk issues immediately; documented decisions and communicated next steps clearly.”

UK work conditions (practical baseline)

Common baseline points

  • Paid holiday: statutory entitlement is often expressed as 5.6 weeks (pro-rated by work pattern).
  • Rest breaks: a baseline rule applies after longer shifts; payment depends on the contract.
  • Daily rest: typical frameworks include rest between working days; shift exceptions can exist.

What varies by employer

  • Shift allowances, weekends, and overtime rules.
  • Training and certification support.
  • Site scope boundaries and escalation pathways.
  • Security checks/background checks (site-dependent).
Role story: Strong Fire Safety Officers prevent “silent drift” by turning observations into actions—and actions into verified closures.

FAQ — Fire Safety Officer jobs in the UK

Do I need an English CV to apply?

Yes. An English CV is mandatory. Without a CV, matching and client screening cannot be performed, so the profile is not considered.

Is this an operational firefighting role?

Usually no. Fire Safety Officer roles are typically prevention, compliance, inspection, reporting, and briefing-focused. Emergency response responsibilities depend on the employer and site plan.

What is the single most important skill for selection?

Traceable reporting. Employers prefer officers who can document findings clearly, assign actions appropriately, and follow up until closure with evidence.

What gross (brutto) pay is realistic?

Many permanent roles cluster around the mid-teens per hour gross, with variation by region, scope, and seniority. Contract assignments may show higher headline rates depending on the engagement model.

Can non-UK candidates apply and is sponsorship possible?

Non-UK candidates can apply if they already have the right to work in the UK, or if an employer can and chooses to sponsor for a suitable route. Sponsorship is always employer- and role-dependent.

What should I avoid writing on my CV?

Avoid vague claims (“responsible for safety”). Instead, state inspection scope, reporting method, examples of corrective actions, and how you coordinate with facilities/contractors.

Next step: Submit your CV via the CV page, then MaViAl can screen your profile against current UK demand and client requirements.

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