Compliance Manager (Fire Lead)

Alignedge Solutions Limited; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council agency in Worcester is seeking an experienced Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) to oversee fire safety compliance. The role involves providing expert advice on regulations, leading risk assessments, and maintaining policies. Ideal candidates have proven experience in fire safety management and strong decision-making skills. This hybrid role requires a minimum of 2 days in the office each week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fire safety compliance and management.
• Competent, proactive, and confident decision-maker.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all fire safety compliance requirements are met and maintained.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on fire safety regulations and best practices.
• Lead risk assessments, audits, and inspections to mitigate fire hazards.
• Monitor and report on compliance performance across the organisation.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and training related to fire safety.

Skills

Fire safety compliance

Fire safety legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) | Employer: Worcestershire County Council | Location: Worcester, Worcestershire (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week in office)
| Pay Rate: Up to £24.33 per hour (PAYE) | Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00 | Contract Type: Temporary / Agency Contract (Inside IR35).

About the Role

Worcestershire County Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) to join our team. This key position requires a proactive, self-assured professional who can work autonomously while providing strategic and operational oversight of fire safety compliance across council properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all fire safety compliance requirements are met and maintained.


• Provide expert advice and guidance on fire safety regulations and best practices.


• Lead risk assessments, audits, and inspections to mitigate fire hazards.


• Monitor and report on compliance performance across the organisation.


• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and training related to fire safety.


• Work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and external regulators.

Person Specification / Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in fire safety compliance and management.


• Strong technical knowledge of relevant fire safety legislation and standards.


• Competent, proactive, and confident decision-maker.


• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.


• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Working Pattern

Hybrid role: Minimum 2 days per week in Worcester office.
Flexible and mobile for the remainder of the week.

To Apply

Please send the following information to [e-mail]:

• CV


• Photo ID


• Proof of Qualifications


• Eligibility to work in the UK (e.g., British passport, settled or pre-settled status, or valid visa permitting employment)


• Criminal Convictions Declaration (DBS)