Compliance Manager (Fire Lead)

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) to oversee fire safety compliance across their corporate and school estate. This role involves managing risk assessments, developing policies, and ensuring compliance with key legislation, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on fire safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fire safety management (minimum 3 years).
• Experience with regulatory bodies and emergency services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Develop and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Review and maintain action logs for risk assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of Fire Safety legislation

Risk management strategies

Education

NEBOSH Fire Safety

IFE certifications

Job description

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Compliance Manager (Fire Lead), Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: 4Recruitment Services

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, 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. 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. They will oversee the provision, management, and quality assurance of an end-to-end Fire Risk Management service. They will shape and oversee delivery of fire property compliance and asset management strategies, ensuring properties are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with relevant legislation such as the Regulatory Reform (Fire) Order 2005, Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and Client Fire Policy.

The role involves managing risk assessments, developing fire safety policies, ensuring legal and regulatory adherence, collaborating with cross-functional teams, overseeing maintenance programs, and maintaining a safe environment for all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prioritize and manage workload effectively to meet or exceed KPIs and SLAs.
• Lead fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Review and maintain action logs for risk assessments and audits.
• Develop and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Liaise with fire authorities, insurers, and 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.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and facilities teams.
• Chair and facilitate fire-related meetings.
• Provide leadership in fire compliance management related to risk and asset management.
• Build relationships for knowledge transfer and training on fire safety best practices.

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Fire Safety legislation and regulations.
• Proven experience in fire safety management across multiple sites (minimum 3 years).
• Qualifications such as NEBOSH Fire Safety, IFE certifications, or equivalent.
• Experience with regulatory bodies and emergency services is advantageous.
• Ability to develop risk management strategies.