Fire & Building Safety Manager

Hireful Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Fire & Building Safety Manager, where you'll lead fire safety initiatives across a national portfolio. This role offers the chance to develop and implement fire safety culture, ensuring compliance and safety standards while inspiring your team. With a focus on continuous improvement and proactive management, you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding residents and assets. Enjoy a collaborative environment that supports your growth with ample opportunities to learn new skills and thrive in your career. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Online GP access

Gym discounts

Volunteer day

Option to purchase additional leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing fire safety programs and delivering Fire Risk Assessments.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team and driving performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fire safety responsibilities are fully understood and properly executed.
• Manage a national portfolio of high-rise residential properties for safety.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Fire Risk Assessments

Team Management

Problem Solving

Education

NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management

Job description

Fire & Building Safety Manager

A place to make things happen

Location: Bradford/Burnley/Camberley/Peterborough/Stockton, Hybrid with travel to their office or site/external meeting at least once a month.
Salary: GBP57,211 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm

Our client believes everyone should have a safe and affordable place to call home. It's this belief that drives everything they do and inspires them to go above and beyond for their customers.

They pride themselves on understanding their needs and delivering the best customer service, every time.

They're also proud to be at the forefront of change. They're on a journey of transformation, finding new ways to support their customers – and their people.

If you're looking for a career where you can learn new skills, try new things, and shape your future, there's a place for you with them.

About the role

As the Fire & Building Safety Manager, you'll ensure that fire safety responsibilities across the organisation are fully understood and properly executed. This role focuses on developing, implementing, and maintaining a fire safety culture that minimises risk and guarantees that no fire risk assessments are overdue. You will inspire your colleagues and lead the Fire Safety Assessors & Project Manager, ensuring compliance and safety standards are always met, and that necessary remedial work is promptly addressed. By ensuring proactive customer safety and fire management, you'll play a key part in safeguarding their residents and assets.

This is an exciting role as you'll manage a national portfolio, including high-rise residential properties, ensuring they're safe for their customers. As the landscape of Fire & Building Safety evolves, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of this service and make continuous improvements to stay in line with legislation.

Salary

The spot salary for this post is GBP57,211 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements. Those who do not will start 5% or 10% below the spot salary.

About you

As a Fire & Building Safety Manager, you'll have:

• NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management or equivalent fire risk assessment qualification.
• Proven experience managing fire safety programs and delivering Fire Risk Assessments.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team and driving performance improvements in fire safety.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, capable of collaborating across departments.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Interviews

The first stage interview will take place on 1st May. Successful candidates will be required to complete a Congruity questionnaire prior to the second stage.

The second stage interviews will be held on 9th May via Teams.

Build your future with us

They have big ambitions and need driven individuals eager to succeed and grow. You will have opportunities to learn new skills, thrive in a collaborative environment, and explore different career paths. They support your health and wellbeing with 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time), the option to purchase additional leave, access to an online GP, gym discounts, and a day to volunteer for a cause you care about.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform them so they can accommodate your needs.

Apply now without delay. Roles may be filled or the process concluded prior to the closing date if the position is urgent or applications are high.

Candidates must have current UK eligibility to live and work; they do not hold a sponsorship license.

If you're passionate about making a positive societal impact, apply today.

You may also have experience in facilities management, health & safety, maintenance, or related fields, including IOSH, British Institute of Facilities Management, or NEBOSH certifications.