Fire Protection Inspector (Apprentice)

Fire Protection Inspector (Apprentice)

£30,518 to £31,537 per annum (National Pay Award pending) rising to £39,152 to £41.771 + 7% Market Supplement upon completion of Apprenticeship.

Are you passionate about helping to improve the safety of the communities within West Yorkshire and interested in joining our Fire Protection Team?

We have a number of exciting opportunities available, where you could come to work every day knowing you are playing your part in keeping people safe from the risk of fire. These fantastic opportunities give you the chance to make a real difference to people in West Yorkshire, the Fire Service and the Fire Authority by joining an award-winning Fire Protection Team.

Our team uphold fire safety law in premises throughout the county, identifying breaches in fire safety legislation and utilising our statutory powers to bring about compliance. You could be at the forefront of helping us make a difference by making West Yorkshire safer.

We are looking for enthusiastic people who care deeply about fire safety to train to become Fire Protection Inspectors. You must have the ability to undertake a comprehensive training programme, work flexibly with minimum supervision to meet priorities. The training we provide will be fully funded and delivered as an apprenticeship in line with the role map for a Fire Protection Inspector.

Given the training requirements of the role, it is essential that candidates are available to commence employment on 4 January 2027 and must be available to attend the following key training dates:

• 11/01/27 – 15/01/27 – 1 day required.
• 18/01/27 – 22/01/27 – 1 day required.
• 15/03/27 – 19/03/27 – 5 days required.
• 07/06/27 – 10/06/27 – 4 days required.
• 09/08/27 – 13/08/27 – 5 days required.
• 04/10/27 – 08/10/27 – 5 days required.
• 13/03/28 – 23/03/28 – 9 days required.
• 22/05/28 – 26/05/28 – 5 days required.
• 31/07/28 – 04/08/28 – 1 day required.
• 30/10/28 – 04/11/28 – 1 day required.

You also get to work in the beautiful county of West Yorkshire with its impressive and varied landscape.

We offer an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly policies, 37 hour week flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym and an Employee Assistance Program.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of a current valid driving licence.

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting around 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.

We are a caring organisation; we promote an environment of inclusivity and learning, and welcome people from all walks of life – just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Trevor.Sykes@westyorksfire.gov.uk

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 23 August 2026 (midnight).

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially & ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia. We are a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer.

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.