Vessel Fire & Safety Officer at Securitas USA Corporate Services

Barrow-in-Furness, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

14.77

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fire Safety, Hot Work Permit Compliance, General Fire Safety Inspections, Area Inspections, Fire Safety Signage, Fire-Fighting Equipment, Liaising with Trades, Physical Fitness, Safety Standards, Confined Spaces, Teamwork, Operational Success, Service Delivery, Risk Management, Attention to Detail, Communication

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Company Description Join Securitas - Global Leader in Security Services! 🌍🔐 At Securitas, we’re dedicated to protecting what matters most. With over 300,000 employees worldwide, we offer innovative security solutions tailored to each client’s needs. From on-site officers 🚓 to advanced surveillance 🎥, we use the latest technology to deliver top-tier protection. Be part of a trusted team, where your contribution makes a real difference in safeguarding people, assets, and information. Join us today and help create safer environments for businesses and communities! 💼🌟 Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Vessel Fire & Safety Officer to join our team in Barrow. As part of your role, you will be working in a sensitive defence contract environment, where you will be protecting people and assets from injury or loss caused by fire or accident. You will also reduce reputational and financial risks while protecting information and assets in or around the premises. Your work will ensure the team’s operational success and service delivery. As a Vessel Fire & Safety Officer, you will be responsible for the safety of personnel and assets, which requires you to access, work, and egress in confined spaces. You will need to maintain a high level of personal fitness to carry out the duties of the role and be prepared to work in challenging environments, including confined spaces, heights, darkness, and outdoor conditions. While no medical exam is required, you must be comfortable with these physical requirements and able to meet the demands of the role. This is a shift-based role, 365 days a year. 🛠️💪 Shifts Available: Day Shifts: £14.10 per hour 🌅 3 days on, 4 days off 🌞 Night Shifts: £14.77 per hour 🌜 Monday to Thursday 🌙 Responsibilities: Fire Safety & Hot Work Permit Compliance: Ensure all hot work is conducted in accordance with Hot Work Permit requirements 🔥✅ General Fire Safety Inspections: Check for general fire issues such as gas location, flammable substances, and storage. Be aware of all gases in use 💨🔥 Area Inspections: Thoroughly inspect areas, including behind bulkheads and neighboring spaces, prior to hot work 🧐🔍 Fire Safety Signage: Ensure all safety signs and warning notices are visible, appropriate, and adhered to 🚨⚠️ Fire-Fighting Equipment: Be conversant with the safe use of all hand portable fire-fighting equipment onboard and external fire-fighting equipment. Take responsibility for their serviceability 🔥🛠️ Liaising with Trades: Liaise with all trades and be aware of all flushing and testing systems. Stop tests prior to hot work 🔧👷‍♂️ Other Duties: Perform any other duties as directed by the Fire Manager 🔄👨‍🔧 Qualifications Requirements: Must be fit and able to work in physically demanding conditions, including heat, confined spaces, and at heights 🔥💪🧗‍♂️ Must be a British citizen 🇬🇧 or have held a British passport for a minimum of 5 years. Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC) 🛂 Must have a 5-year checkable work history, with any employment gaps exceeding 2 weeks accounted for 📑📅 Full training will be provided, but you must demonstrate a commitment to maintaining safety standards and procedures 🎓🔧 Must be comfortable working in dark, confined spaces, at heights, and wearing breathing apparatus 🌑 Additional Information It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place. At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise: Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation People – We open our eyes to all that’s good Purpose – We make your world a safer place What You Can Expect Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month. Your Benefits STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits. Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs. Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary. Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles. WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more. Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists. Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions. Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals. Free Mortgage Advice Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas Take the Next Step Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today. See a different world. Pay Rate (UK): Hourly

Responsibilities

The Vessel Fire & Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety of personnel and assets by conducting fire safety inspections and ensuring compliance with hot work permit requirements. This role involves working in confined spaces and maintaining fire-fighting equipment.