Duty Fire Safety Officer at Securitas USA Corporate Services

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

47123.46

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emergency Response, Fire Safety Management, Evacuation Coordination, Health & Safety Compliance, Risk Assessment, Fire Safety Auditing, Stakeholder Management, Incident Reporting, Customer Service, Training & Presentation, Administration, Communication Skills

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Company Description We’re Hiring: Duty Fire Safety Offiver 📍 Location: South, UK 💰 Pay: £47,123.46 📅 Hours: 4 on, 4 off, days, nights & weekends See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured. We are looking for a Duty Fire Safety Officer, this role acts as first responder to any fire activations and be responsible for management of fire evacuations in CWML managed Buildings and Estate areas in Canary Wharf. Protect one of London’s most iconic estates - a fast-paced, high-responsibility role where no two shifts are the same. We’re looking for a confident and proactive professional to lead emergency response, support critical estate operations, and help keep buildings, tenants, and visitors safe 24/7. Job Description Working a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern covering days, nights, and weekends (40-hour contract). Key responsibilities include acting as the first responder to all fire alarm activations across Canary Wharf managed buildings and estate areas. The role works closely with the Fire Safety & Environment and Building Management teams to ensure full compliance with current Health & Safety legislation and fire safety procedures. The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for attending Fire activations and will lead and coordinate fire-related evacuations across managed buildings and estate locations when required. Duties include maintaining a comprehensive understanding of fire strategies, fire safety systems, and associated cause-and-effect operations across all managed properties, while ensuring awareness of site-specific fire risks and hazards. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date fire emergency documentation within Fire Command Centres, ensuring all service manuals and operational information remain accessible. Additional responsibilities include: Providing management support for the Estate and Infrastructure Car Parks during weekends and out-of-hours operations. Supporting maintenance and estate management teams during nights and weekends to ensure planned works are completed safely and effectively. Assisting the Fire, Safety & Environment Department in delivering fire safety training to employees and tenants. Monitoring maintenance and construction activities that may impact fire safety provisions. Conducting fire safety audits and inspections of service areas, plant rooms, and associated facilities to maintain high safety and presentation standards. Facilitating familiarisation visits for local Fire Brigade teams. Supporting Building Management teams with statutory testing of fire safety systems, including alarms and emergency lighting. Producing weekly reports detailing fire alarm activations and incident responses for the Fire Safety & Environment Manager. Reviewing fire risk assessments and providing recommendations where appropriate. Attending departmental and operational meetings as required. Carrying out any additional reasonable duties requested by the Fire Safety & Environment Manager. The role requires the individual to remain contactable at all times whilst on duty in order to respond promptly to incidents involving managed buildings, liaise with tenants, and escalate matters to senior management where necessary. Qualifications Experience in a fire safety role or building management/facilities management role is essential, together with a relevant safety related qualification, such as NEBOSH Fire Certificate, Fire Safety Manager etc. Thorough knowledge of relevant UK legislation, standards, and codes (RRO, BS 9999 etc.) Competencies: Ability to remain calm and maintain a clear thought process in potentially hectic situations. Possess influencing skills with the ability to influence behaviours at all levels. Be willing to undertake training and a personal development program. Ability to demonstrate good customer service skills. Desired Skills Must possess excellent training and presentation skills, together with good verbal and written communication skills. Be computer literate and have good administration skills. Additional Information It’s great to see you’re considering a career with us here at Securitas UK! You're one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals. Why Choose Securitas UK? At Securitas UK, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities. What You Can Expect Applying for a new role can be exciting yet daunting. Our dedicated Recruitment Team carefully reviews every application, and we appreciate your patience. Need support or interested in becoming part of our ‘Fire Resilience’ team? We’re here to help—just drop us an email to [email protected] for more info! Diversity & Inclusion: Be Yourself at Securitas We are an all-inclusive employer, embracing individuality and diversity as key to our success. Our belonging strategy focuses on: Career Growth: Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs. Inclusive Leadership: A culture of respect, transparency, and collaboration. Fair Pay & Benefits: Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits. Our Commitment to You We support our workforce through initiatives such as: Employee Networks – Safe spaces to connect and influence policies for change. Race at Work Charter & Armed Forces Covenant – Supporting equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer – Ensuring accessibility with our Reasonable Adjustment Passport. With our Level 2 Disability Confident Employer Certification - We commit to guaranteeing an interview to anyone who discloses a disability at screening, providing they live within the location requirements, drop us an email if you have any concerns or questions around our commitment Health & Well-being Programs – Mental health support and workplace wellness. Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification – Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals. We celebrate diversity year-round with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month and so much more! Take the Next Step Join us and be part of a team that values you. Click ‘I'm Interested' and start your career with Securitas UK today! Compensation: GBP 47123 - GBP 47123 - yearly

Responsibilities

Act as the first responder to fire alarm activations and lead evacuations across managed buildings and estate areas in Canary Wharf. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation while maintaining fire emergency documentation and conducting safety audits.