Raymond maguire
Glasgow,Lanarkshire
Summary
Diligent professional with strong background in safety protocols and risk management, combined with exceptional problem solving and communication skills. Proficient in conducting thorough assessments and identifying potential hazards, ensuring environments meet regulatory standards. Committed to enhancing fire safety and mitigating risks to protect lives and property.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Fire Safety Enforcement Watch Commander
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Glasgow, North Lanarkshire
10.2019 - Current
- Conduct fire safety audits and inspections across a wide range of premises, including high-risk residential, commercial, and public buildings.
- Enforce compliance with the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and associated regulations through proportionate and risk-based approaches.
- Identify fire safety deficiencies and provide clear, practical guidance to duty holders to achieve compliance.
- Issue enforcement actions where necessary, including Alterations Notices, Enforcement Notices, and Prohibition Notices.
- Assess and review fire risk assessments for suitability and sufficiency, ensuring alignment with current legislation and guidance.
- Investigate fire safety complaints, incidents, and post-fire scenarios to determine compliance and identify lessons learned.
- Liaise with building owners, responsible persons, contractors, and partner agencies to promote fire safety standards.
- Provide expert advice on fire safety design, means of escape, detection systems, and passive/active fire protection measures.
- Contribute to multi-agency inspections and joint working initiatives, particularly in high-risk and vulnerable occupancy settings.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and enforcement documentation in line with legal and organisational requirements.
- Deliver fire safety education and awareness to duty holders to support prevention and risk reduction strategies.
- Support legal proceedings by preparing evidence, statements, and attending court when required.
- Keep up to date with changes in fire safety legislation, standards, and best practice.
- Apply professional judgement developed through extensive experience in fire risk assessment and enforcement.
- Prioritise workload using a risk-based inspection programme, focusing on life safety and highest-risk premises.
- Demonstrate strong communication and negotiation skills to influence compliance without escalation where possible.
Operational Crew Commander
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Glasgow, North Lanarkshire
04.2013 - 10.2019
- Lead and command emergency incidents, ensuring safe, effective, and coordinated operations in line with SFRS procedures.
- Take responsibility for crew safety, welfare, and performance at incidents, maintaining situational awareness and dynamic risk assessment.
- Supervise and deploy personnel and resources to resolve incidents efficiently, including fires, road traffic collisions, and special service calls.
- Conduct pre-incident planning and risk inspections within the station ground to enhance operational preparedness.
- Deliver training, drills, and development activities to maintain crew competence and operational readiness.
- Monitor and assess individual performance, providing coaching, mentoring, and support to develop team capability.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, operational guidance, and safe systems of work.
- Maintain accurate records of training, incidents, and operational activities in line with organisational requirements.
- Engage with the community through prevention and protection activities, including Home Fire Safety Visits and local safety initiatives.
- Support incident debriefs, identifying learning outcomes and implementing improvements to enhance future performance.
- Liaise effectively with partner agencies at incidents, ensuring a multi-agency approach to emergency response.
- Demonstrate strong leadership under pressure in high-risk, time-critical environments.
- Apply sound decision-making and problem-solving skills in complex and dynamic situations.
- Contribute to station management responsibilities, including appliance readiness, equipment checks, and discipline standards.
Fire Safety Crew Commander
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Glasgow
02.2009 - 04.2013
- Lead and deliver community fire safety initiatives, focusing on risk reduction and protection of life and property.
- Conduct Home Fire Safety Visits, identifying hazards and implementing measures to reduce risk in domestic settings.
- Provide fire safety advice to members of the public and local businesses, promoting compliance with fire safety legislation.
- Support fire safety colleagues through intelligence gathering, inspections, and risk information sharing.
- Engage with vulnerable individuals and partner agencies to address risk factors such as hoarding, mobility issues, and social care needs.
- Deliver fire safety education sessions to community groups, schools, and local organisations.
- Ensure crew involvement in prevention activities aligns with SFRS strategy and national safety campaigns.
- Maintain accurate records of community engagement, risk visits, and prevention activities.
- Promote a positive safety culture within the team, encouraging proactive identification and mitigation of fire risks.
- Support post-incident activities, including fire safety advice and identification of trends or recurring risks.
- Liaise with partner agencies (e.g. housing, social work, NHS) to support a joined-up approach to community safety.
Fire Fighter
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Glasgow, Strathclyde
03.2001 - 02.2009
- Respond to a wide range of emergency incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, rescues, and hazardous material incidents.
- Work as part of a disciplined team to protect life, property, and the environment under high-pressure conditions.
- Operate firefighting, rescue, and specialist equipment safely and effectively in line with operational procedures.
- Carry out search and rescue operations, casualty care, and incident support in dynamic and hazardous environments.
- Undertake regular training and drills to maintain competence in firefighting, breathing apparatus, and specialist rescue techniques.
- Maintain readiness of appliances, equipment, and PPE through routine checks, testing, and maintenance.
- Support incident command by implementing instructions efficiently, ensuring effective response to operational challenges.
- Contribute to post-incident debriefs, identifying learning points to enhance future operational readiness.
- Uphold high standards of health, safety, and discipline in line with SFRS policies and procedures.
- Engage positively with colleagues, partner agencies, and the public to promote safety and community confidence.
- Participate in operational risk visits to identify hazards within local premises and improve incident preparedness.
- Conduct community fire safety activities, including Home Fire Safety Visits, enhancing public awareness and engagement.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
College of Commerce
Glasgow 08.1993 - 06.1995
SVQ Level 4 - Diploma in Fire Safety Enforcement
FireQual
Glasgow 10.2019 - 06.2026
SVQ Level 4 - Certificate in Intermediate Fire Risk Assessment
FireQual
Glasgow 06.2026 -
Skills
- Fire Safety Enforcement
- Risk Assessment
- Fire prevention
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Incident Command & Leadership
- Crisis decision-making
- Interagency Working
- Training & Instruction
- Report documentation
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability and resilience
- Communication Skills
- Leadership development
Timeline
SVQ Level 4 - Certificate in Intermediate Fire Risk Assessment
FireQual
06.2026 -
Fire Safety Enforcement Watch Commander
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
10.2019 - Current
SVQ Level 4 - Diploma in Fire Safety Enforcement
FireQual
10.2019 - 06.2026
Operational Crew Commander
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
04.2013 - 10.2019
Fire Safety Crew Commander
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
02.2009 - 04.2013
Fire Fighter
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
03.2001 - 02.2009
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
College of Commerce
08.1993 - 06.1995