Reporting to a Senior Executive Fire Prevention Officer, and a key part of the technical Fire Prevention team you will use your fire safety engineering knowledge to help safeguard the lives of Cork’s residents by ensuring buildings meet essential fire safety standards. Your work will have a direct impact on public safety across a range of settings, from newly constructed developments to large-scale public events.

Working alongside a dedicated team of fire safety professionals, you will be responsible for assessing Fire Safety Certificate applications and conducting building inspections to ensure compliance with fire regulations. You will apply your technical expertise to evaluate complex building designs, including for high-risk or large-scale projects, ensuring they meet fire safety requirements.

From assessing state-of-the-art building designs to inspecting public events like festivals and concerts, no two days are the same in this dynamic role. You will balance office-based technical analysis with hands-on fire safety inspections in various public and commercial settings.

CVs / attachments will not be accepted. Candidates must apply using Cork City Council Application Form

People and Organisation Development Directorate, Cork City Council