Fire and Security Officer Job Description and KRAs

A Fire and Security Officer keeps a site safe from both fire and security threats. The person maintains fire equipment, runs drills and inspections, enforces safety rules, and also manages guarding, access and emergency response. In an Indian factory, mall or hospital this combined role covers extinguisher and hydrant checks, fire NOC compliance, evacuation readiness and incident response. A good officer keeps fire systems ready, drills regular and exits clear, so the site passes inspection and responds fast when an emergency strikes.

Detail	For this role
Department	Security
Level	Mid level
Reports to	Security Manager
Direct reports	Fire Guard
Experience	3 to 6 years in fire safety and security at an industrial or commercial site

Fire and Security Officer job description template

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Job title: Fire and Security Officer

Department: Security

Reports to: Security Manager

Location: [City], [office, branch or site]

About the role

Key responsibilities

Inspect and maintain fire extinguishers, hydrants, alarms, sprinklers and hose reels on schedule.
Plan and conduct fire drills and evacuation exercises and record participation and timing.
Enforce fire safety rules on hot work, storage, exits and electrical loads across the site.
Keep emergency exits, assembly points and fire paths clear and clearly marked.
Respond to fire and emergency incidents as first responder and coordinate evacuation.
Maintain fire NOC, licences and statutory records so the site stays compliant.
Supervise guards and fire watch teams on their shifts and posts.
Manage access control, gate entry and visitor movement alongside fire duties.
Investigate fire incidents and near-misses and drive corrective action.
Train staff on extinguisher use, evacuation and emergency numbers.

Requirements

Diploma or sub-officer course in fire and safety
Fire fighting and first aid training
Graduate degree an advantage
3 to 6 years in fire safety and security at an industrial or commercial site

KRAs and KPIs for a Fire and Security Officer

Key result areas for the appraisal form, each with a KPI you can measure every month or quarter.

Key result area	How to measure it
Equipment readiness	All fire equipment inspected and serviceable on every scheduled check with zero overdue
Drill frequency	Fire drills and evacuation exercises completed on the planned calendar each quarter
Compliance	Fire NOC, licences and statutory records kept valid with no lapse in the year
Exit readiness	Emergency exits and fire paths clear and marked on every daily check
Incident response	Fire and emergency incidents responded to within the site response standard
Training coverage	Target share of staff trained on evacuation and extinguisher use each year

Skills and tools

Fire safety and preventionExtinguisher and hydrant maintenanceEvacuation planningEmergency responseSecurity supervisionStatutory fire complianceIncident investigationAlertnessCalm under pressure

Tools used day to day: Fire extinguishers and hydrants, Fire alarm panel, Breathing apparatus, Access control system, Inspection checklist.

Reporting line and career path

Moves up from: Fire Guard, Safety Assistant, Security Supervisor
Next roles: Fire and Safety Manager, Security Manager, Safety Officer

Interview questions for a Fire and Security Officer

Walk me through your monthly fire equipment inspection routine.
How do you run an effective evacuation drill without disrupting the whole plant?
A fire breaks out in the store area. What are your first three actions?
How do you keep a site fire NOC compliant through the year?
How do you enforce hot work permits with workers who cut corners?
How do you balance fire safety duties with guarding responsibilities on one shift?

Managing a Fire and Security Officer in ZeniaHR

AttendanceSite based on rotating shifts covering round-the-clock fire watch, so mark attendance by biometric at the site gate. Roster fire watch and security shifts on the [shifts and roster](/hrms/features/shifts-and-rosters/) module with morning, evening and night cover, and flag night duty on the night shift so timings and payable hours are correct.LeaveKeep at least one trained fire responder on every shift, so plan leave with cover in mind. Track CL, EL and SL in the leave ledger and stagger leave across the fire team. Grant comp-off for weekly offs and holidays worked, approved by the security manager then HR.Performance and KRAsSet equipment readiness, drill frequency and compliance as goals of the KRA type in a quarterly review cycle. The security manager rates each goal on the rating scale using inspection records and drill logs as evidence. Rate probation at the end of the probation period for new officers.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a fire and security officer do?

A fire and security officer keeps a site safe from fire and security threats. They maintain fire equipment, run drills, enforce safety rules and keep exits clear, while also managing guarding, access and emergency response. They keep fire NOC and records compliant and act as first responder, so the site is inspection-ready and quick to react in an emergency.

What qualifications does a fire and security officer need?

A diploma or a fire sub-officer course in fire and safety is the usual base, with fire fighting and first aid training. A graduate degree helps for growth. Practical experience at an industrial or commercial site matters most, along with knowledge of statutory fire requirements and the calm to lead an evacuation under pressure.

What is the difference between a fire officer and a safety officer?

A fire and security officer focuses on fire prevention, fire equipment, drills and emergency response, often with guarding duties. A safety officer covers the wider occupational health and safety picture: hazard assessment, accident prevention, PPE and statutory safety compliance across the workplace. Fire safety is one important part of the broader safety officer role.