Compliance Manager (Fire Lead)

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) to manage and oversee fire safety compliance across its corporate and educational estate. The role involves leading compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring legislative adherence, all while maintaining safe environments for employees and visitors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in fire safety management or compliance roles.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and emergency services is a plus.
• Ability to develop and implement risk management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Develop and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Manage risk assessments and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Knowledge of fire safety legislation

Risk management strategies

Compliance management

Education

NEBOSH Fire Safety

IFE certifications

Job description

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Compliance Manager (Fire Lead), Warrington, Cheshire

Client: 4Recruitment Services

Location: Worcester (WR5)

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 safety and will oversee the provision, management, and quality assurance of an end-to-end Fire Risk Management service. You will be responsible for shaping and overseeing delivery of fire property compliance and asset management strategies, ensuring properties are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with all relevant legislative standards including 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, oversee maintenance programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure fire safety across a varied estate, maintaining a safe environment for employees, clients, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Review and maintain fire risk assessments and audits, identifying hazards.
• Develop, review, 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 management.
• Chair fire-related meetings and ensure issues are addressed.
• Provide leadership in fire compliance management related to risk and asset management.
• Build relationships for knowledge transfer and training on fire safety.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation and regulations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in fire safety management or compliance roles, ideally within a local authority or educational setting.
• Relevant fire management 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.