Bank Fire Officer/Trainer | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Bank Fire Officer/Trainer at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The role involves ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations, conducting training for staff, and educating management on fire safety responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in fire safety and excellent communication skills. This position offers dynamic working across the Trust's sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire safety regulation compliance.
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
• Knowledge of fire safety legislation and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Conduct fire safety training for staff.
• Monitor fire safety measures and incident procedures.
• Educate management on fire safety responsibilities.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Training and presentation skills

Legislative awareness

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

University Hospitals Dorset are looking for a Bank Fire Officer/Trainer at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital Site

The post holder will be responsible for all matters regarding fire safety throughout the Trusts and appropriate training of personnel in fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Trust remains compliant with the current fire safety regulations, HTM’s, Firecode, and Regulatory Reform Order Fire
• Keep abreast of changes in fire safety legislation and guidance and bring these to the attention of the Trust’s Management
• Survey fire safety installations and research new developments in fire technology to achieve improvements where necessary
• Attend training courses and seminars to maintain personal knowledge of fire safety at the highest level
• Understand the work practices of wards and departments throughout the Trust and ensure that fire safety measures are compatible with the operational efficiency of the Trust
• Prepare training programs for all staff within the Trust and deliver training sessions both at ward or departmental level and via general fire lectures in conjunction with the training department. Devise differing lectures for the various categories of staff
• Respond to requests from other organisations who work within the Trust buildings for fire safety training
• Train members of the Hospital Fire Teams and others in their specific responsibilities
• Ensure staff in areas where special rescue equipment is provided receive training to make them competent with it
• Educate the Trust Management in their responsibilities regarding fire safety
• Arrange and monitor a programme of annual fire drills in the appropriate buildings. Witness the effectiveness of evacuation arrangements and recommend remedial action when necessary
• Ensure that contractors working within the Trust are aware of fire safety requirements prior to them commencing work on site. Carry out regular inspections of work sites to ensure that fire safety is being maintained
• Ensure that patients are aware of fire safety procedures through published material issued to them and visit wards to help remedy any problems with patients not complying with laid down fire safety procedures. This may include development of literature to be included within patient information packs
• Arrange and conduct training sessions to ensure adequate Fire Wardens are appointed across the Trust

Base Location: The Royal Bournemouth Hospital - cross site working will be required.

Interview Date: TBC

Additional information

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert

This advert closes on Wednesday 1 Oct 2025