Fire Safety Inspector (Scale 7)

An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join an inclusive and value driven public sector organisation with an outstanding organisational culture. We offer free car parking, a generous pension and generous annual leave.

Job Details

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and motivated individuals for the role of Fire Safety Inspector Grade 7 (SCP 28-32). 

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have either Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety, or the Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety and are passionate about supporting the protection of communities through effective fire safety regulation, inspection, and enforcement activities.

How to apply?

Interested candidates should complete the short application form detailing their qualifications and previous experience. Previous applicants from the last 18 months need not apply. 

External Applicants: Please click 'Apply Now' above for the online application and further information.

Internal Applicants: Please apply via your MiPlace employee self-service account. This ensures your application is saved within your account, and any personal information requested in the application form will automatically pre populate using the details stored in your MiPlace account. Please review and update these details if necessary.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on 20 September 2026. However, we reserve the right to close the advert prior to this if sufficient quality applications have been received.

Interviews dates are to be confirmed.

Further Information

For an informal discussion about this vacancy, please contact our Group Manager for Protection, Ian Armistead on either ianarmistead@lancsfirerescue.org.uk or 07501 086541.

This post is subject to a Standard check with the Disclosure and Barring Service*.

Diversity Matters at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service – we want to attract the broadest range of people to work with us and the more diverse the workforce, the better able we are to serve our community. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, social background, religion and/or belief or age. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.

This post has been advertised internally and externally.

*With effect from 6 July 2023, Fire & Rescue Authorities have been listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975, meaning that all LFRS roles are subject to a Standard Level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check as a minimum. Some roles within the Service will be eligible for a higher level check depending on the duties of the role.