Job Description

Location: London
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Temporary
Salary: To be confirmed

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Fire Watch Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring work areas where hot work activities (such as welding, cutting, grinding, or brazing) are being performed, ensuring fire hazards are identified and controlled, and responding promptly to emergency situations.

• Monitor areas where hot work is taking place to prevent fire incidents.
• Maintain continuous surveillance of the work site during and after hot work activities as required.
• Identify and report potential fire hazards.
• Ensure fire extinguishers and other firefighting equipment are readily available and operational.
• Sound alarms and initiate emergency procedures if a fire or unsafe condition is detected.
• Maintain accurate fire watch logs and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, contractors, and site personnel regarding safety concerns.
• Enforce site safety rules and procedures.
• Conduct routine patrols of designated areas.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous fire watch, security, safety, construction, or industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to remain alert and attentive for extended periods.
• Good communication and observation skills.
• Basic knowledge of fire prevention and emergency response procedures.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays if required.
• Physically capable of walking, standing, and working outdoors for long periods.