An opportunity has arisen within our Business Fire Safety Department for a Business Safety Advisor, based at various locations across South Yorkshire.
We are seeking motivated, career-oriented individuals with a passion for community safety to join this exciting role.
You should be personable, confident in learning new skills, and committed to saving lives by helping enforce laws designed to keep us safe.
The primary responsibility of this role is to support businesses in understanding and complying with fire safety legislation, providing advice and education to those managing low-risk, simple premises.
Candidates should have a basic understanding of the South Yorkshire Fire Authority's enforcement role within the business community and be committed to delivering professional, high-quality service.
Applicants must:
* Have experience working with the public where possible
* Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Be capable of planning, managing, and prioritizing workloads
* Hold a current full driving license
* Be willing to work towards a Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (Fire Auditors)
Main duties include increasing SYFR's presence in the business community, guiding businesses to additional resources or relevant authorities, and supporting the government's agenda of promoting economic growth through effective regulation.
You will help ensure the safety of lower-risk premises under Fire Safety legislation, delivering services consistently and in line with policies and procedures.
The closing date for applications is 5 pm on 29 August 2025.
Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 22 September 2025.
New employees will start at the lower end of the salary grade, with incremental increases to the top over time. We offer 28 days of annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. After 5 years, annual leave increases to 32 days, with an additional day per year up to 37 days. We also provide a flexible attendance scheme.
Additional benefits include a cycle-to-work scheme, onsite gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes, and membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and disabled persons, as these groups are underrepresented in our workforce. We also offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants, with more details available on our website.
Applications from job share candidates will be considered, and all applications will be fairly evaluated.
Please note, employment is contingent upon successful pre-employment screening, including immigration checks, references, medical exams, substance misuse tests, and criminal background checks (Disclosure Scotland or Enhanced DBS, if applicable).
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals. All staff are expected to uphold this commitment.
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