Fire Safety Manger

We are currently recruiting for a Fire Safety Manager to manage and oversee fire safety arrangements across the organisation, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and maintaining a safe environment for employees, visitors, contractors and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and regulations.
• Conduct and review fire risk assessments.
• Monitor and manage fire safety action plans.
• Ensure fire alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting and fire doors are maintained and inspected.
• Coordinate fire evacuation drills and emergency procedures.
• Deliver fire safety awareness training and support fire wardens.
• Carry out regular fire safety inspections and audits.
• Investigate fire incidents, near misses and fire alarm activations.
• Ensure escape routes and emergency exits remain clear.
• Liaise with contractors, facilities teams and external fire safety specialists.
• Maintain accurate fire safety records and compliance documentation.
• Provide regular fire safety reports to senior management.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in fire safety management or a similar role.
• Good understanding of UK fire safety legislation.
• Knowledge of fire risk assessments and fire prevention.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Experience managing fire safety training and audits.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate or equivalent.
• Relevant fire risk assessment qualification.
• Membership of a recognised fire safety professional body (desirable).