Fire Investigator - Oahu

Fire Investigator - Oahu

Date:
Nov 24, 2025

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96813

Company:
Hawaiian Electric

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.

Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Posting End Date:
This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

The P DI IGNITION MANAGEMENT OFC Department of the P EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 management vacancy available. (Role: PROFESSIONAL)

Serves as the lead investigator for fire incidents across Hawaiian Electric’s service territories. Conducts comprehensive ground and aerial field analyses to determine and understand the origin and cause of fires. Responsible for the oversight of activities for compliance and wildfire mitigation to prevent ignition events. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to assess the root cause of ignitions and determine the company’s attributability.

• Site Investigations
• Collects, documents, and preserves physical evidence to determine ignition sources and company involvement.
• Coordinates with first responders and field personnel to gather time-sensitive information for ethical business assessments.
• Conducts confidential investigations in compliance with company policies, codes of conduct, and applicable regulations.
• Applies fire investigation methodologies, civil investigation techniques, and legal procedures.
• Interviews witnesses, property owners, engineers, and emergency personnel.
• Represents the company during fire and emergency incidents.
• Acts as the Ignition Management Manager when required.
• Reporting and Documentation
• Researches, analyzes, and compiles data to produce detailed reports on fire investigations and mitigation actions.
• Prepares comprehensive documentation to identify systemic issues contributing to ignition events.
• Supports analysis of utility equipment failure modes for operational and planning decisions.
• Training & Development
• Develops and delivers fire safety education and disaster preparedness programs.
• Creates informational materials and conducts presentations for schools, community groups, and public events.
• Participates in professional development and training activities related to fire science and prevention.
• Emergency Response
• Provides rotational on-call support, to include 24/7 availability to respond to serious incidents across service territories.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

• Knowledge Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Engineering, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of fire investigation techniques and methods.
  • Working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations and codes.
  • Proficiency in computer systems and software (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing).
  • Familiarity with safety manuals, accident prevention protocols, and relevant regulations.
  • Demonstrated technical expertise in fire investigation and prevention, or utility operations.
• Skills Requirements
  • Ability to work in hazardous environments.
  • Strong legal and regulatory knowledge.
  • Adaptability in high-pressure and dynamic environments.
  • Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive issues.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong analytical skills to research and compile data into detailed, actionable reports.
  • Excellent written, oral and presentation skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, which often includes dealing with sensitive, difficult or confrontational issues, and conducting interviews.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety…