Fire Investigation Officer

Working Hours:

37 hours per week (Green Book) plus out of hours standby rota

Salary:
Grade 8 - £43,149 to £46,579 per annum plus payment for out of hours standby rota

Location:

Great Baddow, other Fire Service sites and attend ance at incidents

Within the Protection Department for Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS), we are passionate and committed to Fire Investigation. In the role of Fire Investigation Officer (FIO), you will proactively investigate fires, supporting the criminal justice system through consistent, high-level investigations in which to determine the cause, origin and spread of fire. Additionally, you will support the Fire Investigation Manager in the design, implementation and delivery of training associated with fire investigation, providing additional support to existing operational officers in maintaining competence in Fire Investigation .

You will also be responsible for the formulation, preparation and production of processes required to ensure the delivery of standards, as associated with the Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice.

To ensure ECFRS’ Fire Investigation coverage in the event of an out of hours event, there is a requirement to provide cover outside of normal working hours ( participation in a “Standby Rota ” ) . This is currently based upon a three-week rotation (124.5 standby hours over a three-week period). During these hours, the role holder will need to be available to attend Fire Investigation at incidents within the county.

Investigation of fires occurring within Essex, including compilation of associated notes and report writing .

Coordination & review of training needs for Fire Investigation, in accordance with the Fire Investigation Fire Standard. Ensuring that Tier 1 and Tier 2 Fire Investigation Officers have a structured and aligned acquisition of training in order to achieve and maintain competence in their role.

To formulate, prepare and produce methods to analyse fire trends and provide advice and support through Prevention and Protection safety messages.

To review Tier 1 fire investigations ensuring that they are carried out effectively and correct supplementary reporting is followed.

Develop and monitor systems for the identification of fire trends and emerging risks, maintaining partnerships with Essex Police and other organisations/departments to coordinate responses and inform.

To formulate, prepare and produce suitable processes and policies in relation to the delivery of Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice. Manage and review internal FI Team audits and processes, recording results and measures taken.

To support the consultation and negotiation process with appropriate representative bodies on proposed policy changes and to support the implementation of new and updated policies.

Attend Regional and National meetings, deputising for the Fire Investigation Manager when requested.

To (on occasions) attend courts of Law, including Coroners court to present findings associated with Fire Investigation

This role will be perfect for you if you are passionate about fire investigation and are motivated by what you can bring to ECFRS and the people of Essex.

You will have experience in the creation and delivery of training material, being able to adapt your training to suit audience needs where required .

We would love to find someone that has strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop themselves.

Whilst considered desirable at point of recruitment , the provision of associated qualifications in Fire Investigation are not essential for this role. Any successful candidate(s) will be enrolled on the Level 5 Fire…