Compliance Manager (Fire Lead)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) in Chesterfield to oversee fire safety compliance across various sites. This role involves managing fire risk assessments, developing safety policies, and ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications, along with strong communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in fire safety management or compliance roles.
• Experience working with local authorities or educational settings preferred.
• Strong ability to develop and implement risk management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Develop and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Manage risk assessments and ensure adherence to legal requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of fire safety legislation

Risk management strategies

Collaboration

Policy development

Education

NEBOSH Fire Safety

IFE certifications

Job description

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Compliance Manager (Fire Lead), Chesterfield

Client: 4Recruitment Services

Location: Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 16.06.2025

Expiry Date: 31.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Worcester (WR5)

Hybrid: Yes

Salary: £44,000 per annum, Contract

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm (35hrs per week)

We are seeking a dedicated, competent, qualified and skilled Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) with a relevant, successful track record to join our team. To ensure continued compliance by contract managing our service providers and driving the clients’ strategic approach to oversee fire safety compliance across our corporate and school estate.

Role Overview:

The Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) will be the nominated Responsible Person for fire and will oversee the provision, management, and quality assurance of an end-to-end Fire Risk Management service. The role involves shaping and overseeing delivery of fire property compliance and asset management strategies to ensure properties are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with all relevant legislative standards, including but not limited to, the Regulatory Reform (Fire) Order 2005, the Building Safety Act 2022, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and Client Fire Policy.

You will manage risk assessments, develop fire safety policies, and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and oversight of maintenance programs will be essential to ensure fire safety across a varied estate, maintaining a safe environment for employees, clients, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prioritize and manage workload effectively to meet or exceed client and contractor KPIs and SLAs.
• Lead and manage fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Review and maintain detailed action logs for fire risk assessments and audits.
• Develop, review, and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Liaise with fire authorities, insurers, and external auditors.
• Provide fire safety training and advice to staff.
• Investigate fire incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay updated with fire safety laws and best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and facilities management teams.
• Chair and facilitate fire-related meetings.
• Provide leadership in fire compliance management related to risk and asset management.
• Build relationships for knowledge transfer, training, and guidance on Fire Safety and compliance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of relevant fire safety legislation and regulations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in fire safety management or compliance roles, preferably within local authority or educational settings.
• Qualifications such as NEBOSH Fire Safety, IFE certifications, or equivalent.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and emergency services is a plus.
• Ability to develop and implement risk management strategies.