Technical Fire Safety Officer

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Working Hours:37 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 25th March 2026

Interview Date(s): TBC

Carry out structural and systems-based fire risk assessments in a range of different building types including schools, libraries and industrial properties. Technical fire risk assessment to include adequacy of AFD, structural compartmentation and adequacy of active and passive fire protection measures. Maintain accurate records and update systems/ databases.

To lead on technical fire safety matters in Project Design Teams within Operational Property Services. This includes providing technical guidance on Approved Document B and BB100 (school projects) in building design to meet statutory building regulations, the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order and LCC Policy requirements such as the Sprinkler policy.

To provide fire engineering guidance/ requirements to internal and external design practices on design issues such as compartmentation requirements and sizes as well as ensuring the safe specification of building materials and incorporating safety into installation.

Test, review, update and coordinate fire evacuation procedures at County Hall including liaison with all key stakeholders such as LCC departments, NHS staff and LFRS

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To apply for this post, you must:

• NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate or equivalent qualification is required
• Demonstrate extensive experience of working in fire safety
• Practical experience of fire engineering principles and project management
• Proven track record of carrying out fire risk assessments in a range of property types
• Extensive knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (fire safety) Order 2005, Building Regulations (Part
  
  B) and associated legislation and guidance documents such as BB100
• A thorough knowledge of all Regulations, Legislation and British Standards relating to fire safety and health and safety.
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills

In addition, we also expect you to shareour commitment to our values andto delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

Enter name andjob title Stephen Linnett, Regulatory Compliance & PMO Manager

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