Job Description

About The Role

Opportunities are now available to apply for

Fire Safety Inspector positions

within Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's Protection function. These roles form an integral part of the Protection Team. The postholders are required to maintain competence against the NFCC Competency Framework for Fire Safety Regulators so as to be able to assess and audit risks associated with fire safety. They will provide advice on fire safety measures and regulate fire safety legislation by inspecting premises and plans to minimise risk to our communities and our operational personnel. Furthermore, fire safety inspectors support the delivery of the Protection functional delivery plan across a range of specialist areas including, but not limited to:





Enforcements & Prosecutions

Explosives & Petroleum

Training, development & assurance

Stakeholder engagement (including the Primary Authority Scheme)

Fire Engineering

Building Safety Regulator

Local Remediation Acceleration Plans

Events & Campaigns

Data & Intelligence

Operational Engagement



Your journey as an inspector will start at the development level with your salary increasing to full competent status after successfully satisfying the requisite criteria at each of the development stages, details of which are contained in the job profile.



Successful applicants will initially undertake their inspector role at one of our 4 district locations (City Centre, Belle Vale, Bootle/Netherton or Wallasey).




This role is fixed term until the 31st March 2026

What can we offer you?



23 days' holiday, (rising to 28 days after 5 years' service) plus Bank holidays and 2 additional Extra Statutory days added to the holiday entitlement



Access to free on-site gym



Free, secure parking



On-site canteen



Contributory pension by both the employee and by MFRS



Excellent Occupational Health services and Employee Assistance Programme



Closing date: Midnight Sunday the 26th October 2025



Interview: Week Commencing 10th November 2025

About Us

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is at the forefront of public safety and emergency response, serving the vibrant communities of Merseyside with dedication and professionalism. Our mission is to protect, prevent, and respond--ensuring the safety and well-being of the public, both in times of crisis and through proactive community engagement.



With a proud history and a strong sense of purpose, we operate across a diverse region that includes bustling urban centers, industrial hubs, and serene rural areas. Our highly skilled and committed teams work tirelessly to provide fire and rescue services, enforce fire safety regulations, and deliver critical prevention and education programs.

PENSION CONSIDERATIONS

Annual Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Annual Allowance Information - Annual Allowance)

Lifetime Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd - website - lppapensions.co.uk, Lifetime Allowance Information - Lifetime Allowance)
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Safeguarding

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.