Fire Apprentice

Job Role: Fire Safety Apprenticeship

Reporting to: CBRE Fire Safety Consultant

Location: Manchester (Approx 1 Hour Radius)

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a division of CBRE which supports occupier clients of all sizes, through facilities management, project management, advisory and transaction services, realising potential in every dimension. Our vision is to create the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive.

The Role:

To undertake a fire safety apprenticeship leading to a nationally recognised qualification and accreditation through a structured training program of academic study and site related work-based learning to gain the required skills and knowledge to support the requirements of CBRE Global Workplace Solutions QHSE Team. The qualification is Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety which is suitable for persons who will assess fire safety in simple buildings, such as small shops, offices and industrial units with a simple layout and easy means of escape.

Job Responsibilities:

• To complete a minimum of 18 months programme of training to be conducted within the CBRE QHSE team at client locations and working remotely from home, supplemented with academic study

• Attending all apprenticeship studies throughout the programme via Online virtual classroom tutor lead sessions covering various subjects of Fire Safety, along with self-study days

• The apprenticeship programme may consist of 6 modules including the below:

  1. Introduction to role of fire safety advisor
• 2. Principles of fire safety
• 3. Auditing simple buildings
• 4. Planning and gathering evidence
  5. Workplace audit
  6. Personal professional development

Qualifications:

The role requires the following:

• 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above)

Person Specification:

• A basic understanding of fire safety principles, emergency response procedures and evacuation protocols is mandatory
• Willingness to Learn- An eagerness to learn and continuously update knowledge on new industry teachings and evolving scenarios is highly valued
• Ability to create and manage professional documents in Microsoft Word and effectively organise and analyse data using Microsoft Excel
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle is desirable
• Candidates must have 3 years residency in the UK/EU. We are seeking candidates who are aligned to our RISE values and ways of working:
• Attention to Detail: Whether inspecting equipment, documenting procedures, or assessing risks, precision and thoroughness are crucial to prevent oversights that could lead to hazards.
• Strong Work Ethic: Apprenticeships require dedication, hard work, and a willingness to put in the effort to learn and master new skills, often in demanding environments.
• Initiative and Proactiveness: Taking the initiative to learn, ask questions, and contribute, rather than waiting to be told what to do, shows a strong desire to succeed and grow in the role.
• Effective Communication: Being able to clearly convey information, whether it's explaining safety procedures to others, reporting observations, or collaborating with team members, is paramount. This includes active listening.
• As part of the CBRE Team you must be able to demonstrate and uphold our RISE Values and ways of working.

Respect - We act with consideration for others’ ideas and share information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration.

Integrity - Honesty and fairness are essential to the way we treat people and the way we do business. We do what we say we will do.

Service - We go the extra mile to provide services that meet or exceed our client’s expectations. We will offer only the highest quality solutions. We expect to be our client’s best service provider in everything that we do.

Excellence - We focus relentlessly on creating winning outcomes for our clients and employees. We look for innovation and continuous improvement in quality, service, productivity, and efficiency in all aspects of our business.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.