Compliance Manager (Fire Lead)

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for a skilled Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) to ensure fire safety compliance across its properties. The successful candidate will manage fire risk assessments, develop safety policies, and oversee compliance with legislation, ensuring a safe environment for all. This role requires strong knowledge of fire safety laws and a minimum of three years of relevant experience in a similar setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in fire safety management or compliance.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and emergency services is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation and standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Develop, review, and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Liaise with fire authorities and provide fire safety training.

Skills

Knowledge of fire safety legislation

Risk management

Compliance management

Education

NEBOSH Fire Safety or equivalent

IFE certifications

Job description

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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. The role involves ensuring continued compliance by contract managing our service providers and driving the client’s 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 safety, overseeing the provision, management, and quality assurance of an end-to-end Fire Risk Management service. They will shape and oversee the delivery of fire property compliance and asset management strategies to ensure properties are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with relevant legislation, including but not limited to the Regulatory Reform (Fire) Order 2005, Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and Client Fire Policy.

The manager will handle risk assessments, develop and implement fire safety policies, ensure legal and regulatory compliance, collaborate with cross-functional teams, oversee maintenance programs, and maintain 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 logs for fire risk assessments and audits to identify hazards.
• 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 on fire safety laws and best practices.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders and facilities management.
• 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.

Qualifications and Experience:

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