Description
Join SGC Security Services as a Fire Marshal in Eastbourne!
Are you vigilant, observant, and ready for a rewarding new role? Whether you have previous security experience or are looking to start a career in fire safety, we want to hear from you. As a Fire Marshal (walking fire watch officer), you’ll play a vital role in ensuring fire prevention, safety, and compliance on-site. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading UK security provider with a strong commitment to professional development and supporting the Armed Forces community.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Patrol all areas of the site (internal and external) to ensure fire safety and compliance
- Check specifically identified rooms and potential fire hazard areas
- Record and maintain site logs and reports using our digital reporting system
- Take control during fire incidents and lead safe evacuation of residents and visitors
- Use fire extinguishers where practicable to control small fires
- Adhere to site health and safety regulations and company policies
- Implement fire regulations, equipment checks, alarms, and emergency procedures
- Attend and complete all mandatory training for the safety of patients, visitors, and staff
- Perform additional duties as required for the role
Skills and Experience
- Minimum age: 18+
- Level 2 Fire Safety for Fire Marshals (required)
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- Strong attention to detail and observational skills
- Ability to follow fire prevention and evacuation procedures
- Customer service mindset and a friendly, professional manner
- Experience in Fire Warden, Fire Prevention, Risk Assessment, Search Officer, or Customer Service roles (advantageous but not essential)
- Willingness to undertake mandatory training and continuous development
Additional
- Location: Eastbourne (in-person)
- Shifts: Monday to Sunday, 12-hour day and night shifts (08:00–20:00 & 20:00–08:00)
- 4 on 4 off shift pattern
- Employment type: Full-time, Zero hours contract
- Immediate start available
Benefits
- SGC corporate uniform provided
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Monthly pay with competitive rates
- Holiday pay and pension scheme
- Access to our online training portal
- Supportive team environment
As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant:
“We are proud to pledge our support to our Armed Forces community and are delighted that our work within the security services sector has been recognised with this Gold Award.”
