Job Description

Are you passionate about fire safety and building compliance?

Do you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to protecting lives and property?

If so, we want to hear from you!

We're looking for a Fire Building Inspector to join our Building Compliance and Facilities team. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for inspecting and certifying fire safety assets across Council and partner buildings--ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Why Join Us?

Make a real impact on community safety. Work in a supportive and professional environment. Access to training and development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements and generous benefits.

Key Responsibilities

Inspecting fire doors and compartmentation systems to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, standards, and accessibility requirements. Certifying the integrity of fire-resisting construction to help prevent the spread of fire and smoke. Providing expert advice and supporting initiatives that promote a safe working environment for staff, partners, and visitors.

What We're Looking For

Experience in fire safety inspections or a related field. Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation and standards. Excellent attention to detail and communication skills. Relevant qualifications in fire safety or building compliance (desirable).

Additional Information

This role will require independent travel between Council and partner sites. A full driving licence is required. The postholder may be required to undertake additional training or certification relevant to the role
For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

We offer an excellent total reward package, including:

A competitive salary of up to 39,513 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available. Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement. Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website:

https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Lisa Bouttell Service Development and Logistics Manager on 01642 524569.

We are intending to interview on week commencing 11.08.2025 and you will receive notification through North East Jobs if you have been shortlisted.

Guidance for applicants

You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from 'DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK'. All communication will also appear in the 'My Messages' section of your North East Jobs account.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 37,035.00-39,513.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 283969