Authorising Fire Engineer and Healthcare sector lead

Institute of Fire Engineers; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking an Authorising Fire Engineer to lead fire safety initiatives in the healthcare sector. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with HTM 05-01 guidelines, conducting audits, and fostering strong relationships with clients and contractors. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in fire safety engineering, particularly within healthcare settings, and will be adept at providing expert recommendations and solutions. Join this innovative team and contribute to enhancing fire safety standards while enjoying a collaborative work environment that values continuous improvement and professional growth.

Benefits

Paid Training Modules

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fire safety engineering, especially in healthcare.
• Chartered Engineer or membership in relevant professional bodies.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with fire safety compliance and policy decisions.
• Conduct audits and provide solutions to fire safety issues.
• Oversee projects and manage relationships with clients and contractors.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Proficiency in Fire Safety Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Bluebeam

Job description

Authorising Fire Engineer and Healthcare Sector Lead

The Authorising (Fire) Engineer is responsible for supporting healthcare organisations with fire safety compliance and management in accordance with HTM 05-01 guidelines. This role involves overseeing fire safety strategies, providing expert recommendations, monitoring performance, and conducting annual audits.

The ideal candidate will possess significant healthcare fire safety experience and the ability to manage relationships between clients and contractors, contributing to the success of the organization by ensuring compliance with industry regulations and fostering best practices.

General Responsibilities:

• Compliance and Policy Support: Assist clients with fire safety compliance and policy decisions in healthcare establishments.
• Audits and Assessments: Conduct audits on client suppliers and contractors to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Recommendations and Solutions: Provide clients with solutions to fire safety issues identified in surveys and assessments.
• Project Management: Oversee projects from enquiry through to invoicing, ensuring appropriate contribution levels.
• Quotation Management: Organise formal quotations through a pool of accredited subcontractors.
• Site Visits: Conduct site visits for initial pricing, pre-start meetings, progress meetings, and project sign-offs.
• Report Writing: Write detailed audit and completion reports.
• Relationship Management: Foster good working relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Commercial Awareness: Work towards achieving set financial targets and contribute to the business’s growth.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement and promote continuous improvement practices in fire safety management.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in fire safety engineering, with significant experience in healthcare settings.
• Professional Membership: Chartered Engineer or a Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers or the Institute of Healthcare Engineering and Estate Management (or similar).
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of HTM 05-01 guidelines, Building Regulations, Fire Safety Engineering, and legislative fire safety.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using fire safety design software and other relevant tools.

Additional Requirements:

• At least two years’ experience in a similar role.
• Passion for fire safety.
• Confident communicator with good customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, able to prioritise and work on own initiative, as well as follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Numerate and organised with attention to detail.
• Professional appearance and behaviour.
• Reliable, punctual, honest, and trustworthy.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam.

Mandatory Training:

• SOCOTEC Online Health & Safety Training Modules - paid for by the company.
• SOCOTEC Online HR Policies Awareness modules - paid for by the company.