Vessel Fire

**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

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**:

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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 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**

**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.
- ** Health & Well-being Programs** - Mental health support and workplace wellness.
- ** Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification** - Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals.

We celebrate diversity year-round