Chief Fire Officer

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Position Overview

The Chief Fire Officer (CFO)

over 15 years of fire and safety leadership experience

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Administrative

• Develop and implement a comprehensive

  fire and life safety strategy

  for warehouses, residential colonies, offices, and large truck-parking hubs.
• Formulate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) tailored for multi-use facilities with high footfall, vehicle density, and valuable assets.
• Advise senior management on infrastructure upgrades, adoption of modern fire protection systems, and long-term safety planning.

Operational Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate the activities of

  100+ firemen and fire service staff

  across 12+ cities.
• Ensure full operational readiness of fire-fighting systems, rescue equipment, hydrants, sprinklers, alarms, and suppression systems across all facilities.
• Oversee fire safety arrangements at large-scale vehicle parking areas (with 1,000+ trucks), ensuring quick response capability for high-risk environments.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination between fire teams at different locations.

Fire Safety Compliance & Audit

• Conduct

  periodic audits, inspections, and risk assessments

  at warehouses, residential colonies, offices, and parking hubs.
• Ensure compliance with the

  National Building Code, Fire Safety Act, Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) guidelines

  , and other statutory requirements.
• Liaise with State Fire Departments, local authorities, and other regulatory bodies for obtaining approvals, licenses, and NOCs.

Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Management

• Lead fire-fighting, rescue, and evacuation operations during emergencies.
• Develop and maintain robust

  disaster management and crisis response plans

  for facilities with large vehicular and human presence.
• Coordinate with external agencies such as state fire services, police, hospitals, and disaster management authorities during large-scale emergencies.

Training & Capacity Building

• Organize

  regular fire drills, evacuation exercises, and awareness programmes

  for employees, residents, contractors, and drivers of heavy vehicles.
• Design specialized training modules for fire personnel deployed at

  warehouses and truck parking areas

  , where risks are high.
• Mentor junior officers to build future leadership within the Fire & Safety Division.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain detailed reports, incident logs, and MIS records on fire safety operations, audits, drills, and emergency responses.
• Prepare compliance reports and submit them to the management and competent authorities as required.

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in

  Fire Engineering / Fire Safety

  from a recognized institute (NFSC, Nagpur, or equivalent preferred).
• Additional certifications in

  Industrial Safety, Disaster Management, or Occupational Health & Safety

  will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum

  15 years of progressively responsible experience

  in Fire & Safety management in reputed organizations.
• Demonstrated expertise in handling

  large-scale, multi-location facilities

  including warehouses, residential complexes, office buildings, and high-capacity parking areas.
• Proven leadership in managing

  100+ personnel

  across multiple cities in India.
• Prior experience in

  emergency response planning, audits, and compliance

  for complex facilities.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of

  fire protection systems, safety codes, and risk assessment methodologies

  .
• Ability to lead operations in

  high-risk zones with heavy vehicle movement and storage facilities

  .
• Crisis management, decision-making under pressure, and analytical problem-solving.
• Excellent coordination and liaison skills with government agencies, emergency services, and internal departments.
• High standards of integrity, discipline, and commitment to public safety.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary:

  Starting from

  ₹75,000/- per month plus allowances

  as per organizational rules.

• Note:

  Compensation is

  not a limiting factor

  for deserving candidates; final remuneration will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and performance in interview.

Application Process

support@shandilyam.com

Shortlisted candidates will be informed and invited for interview.