Fire and alarm tester / compliance assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 1,766,000 - 2,515,000; Part time

Job summary

Hays Specialist Recruitment is recruiting for a Compliance Assistant role on behalf of a leading Welsh university in Cardiff. You will support fire safety compliance across a large estate, conducting routine testing, inspections and meticulous record-keeping to ensure all buildings remain safe and compliant for staff, students and visitors.

Your duties include weekly fire alarm testing, emergency lighting checks and coordinating with contractors, with opportunities to travel across campus

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel across a large estate and hold a full UK driving licence.
• Desirable: experience in a compliance, maintenance or fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly fire alarm tests and maintain testing records.
• Carry out weekly and annual emergency lighting tests and certify results.
• Test disabled toilet alarms and disabled refuge alarm systems.
• Assist with fire drills alongside security teams and building managers.
• Perform visual inspections of fire escapes and safety signage.
• Record faults in the facilities management system and coordinate repairs.
• Ensure all compliance records and documentation are kept up to date.
• Work across multiple university buildings to support ongoing compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Administrative skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

Electrical/fire safety/building services qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fire and alarm tester / compliance assistant

Employer:

Hays Specialist Recruitment

Location:

Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5BT

Pay:

£15.54 to £15.54 per hour, £15.54 per hour

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

31/10/2026

About this job

Your new companyA leading Welsh university is seeking a proactive and organised Compliance Assistant to join its Estates & Campus Facilities team.

Working across a large and diverse estate, you will play a key role in supporting fire safety compliance, helping to ensure buildings remain safe and fully compliant for staff, students and visitors.

Your new roleAs a Compliance Assistant, you will support the delivery of the University's fire safety compliance programme by carrying out routine testing, inspections and record-keeping activities across the estate.

Your responsibilities will include: Conducting weekly fire alarm tests and maintaining accurate testing records.

Carrying out weekly and annual emergency lighting tests and producing relevant certification.

Testing disabled toilet alarms and disabled refuge alarm systems.

Assisting with fire drills alongside security teams and building managers.

Completing visual inspections of fire escape routes and safety signage.

Recording faults in the university's work management system and coordinating repairs with contractors.

Ensuring all compliance records, schedules and documentation are accurately maintained and updated.

Working across multiple University buildings to support ongoing compliance activities.

What you'll need to succeed Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.

Good IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Full UK driving licence.

Ability to travel across a large estate and move around buildings without assistance.

Desirable: Previous experience in a compliance, maintenance or facilities role.

Experience working with fire alarms, emergency lighting or building safety systems.

Background in maintenance, electrical works or fire safety.

Relevant qualifications within electrical, fire safety or building services disciplines.

What you'll get in return Opportunity to join a respected organisation with a strong commitment to health, safety and compliance.

Varied role working across a diverse estate.

Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Long-term career opportunities within Estates & Campus Facilities.