Fire Safety Advisor

AWE plc; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and nuclear services company in Basingstoke is seeking a Fire Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with all fire safety legislation across facilities. Responsibilities include conducting Fire Risk Assessments, providing safety advice at various project stages, and maintaining effective working relationships. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of fire safety standards and relevant qualifications. This position comes with 270 hours of annual leave, opportunities for professional development, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off)

Flexible working arrangements

Professional Career Development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous defined contribution pension

Life Assurance

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave Policy for volunteering and public service

A host of voluntary & core benefits for health and wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Responsible for legislative requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Undertake Fire Risk Assessments of relevant facilities.
• Provide fire safety advice throughout project stages.
• Inspect and review facilities for effective fire safety provisions.
• Participate in Fire Safety related training courses.

Skills

In depth knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Professional knowledge of Fire Safety Systems

Experience from Local Authority, Military, or Fire Safety Department

Working knowledge of Approved Document B & BS9999

Extensive knowledge of current fire safety standards

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Fire Prevention (FPA) or equivalent

Job description

As Fire Safety Advisor, you will be responsible for delivering the technical, legislative and customer requirements of fire safety legislation and their integration with active and passive fire safety precautions across all AWE facilities.

Responsibilities

• To be responsible to the Manager Fire Safety for the legislative requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 including the application of conventional fire safety standards and fire protection policies.
• To undertake suitable & sufficient Fire Risk Assessments of all relevant facilities across all AWE sites, as determined by the Manager Fire Safety.
• To provide relevant fire safety advice to projects at all stages from concept design through to completion.
• To carry out any other relevant fire safety tasks as directed by the Manager Fire Safety.
• To inspect and review all facilities (nuclear & non-nuclear) to ensure the effectiveness of all active & passive fire safety provisions.
• Uphold and promote the values of AWE, complying with the required standards of conduct and integrity, demonstrating commitment to helping achieve a safer AWE.
• Maintains effective and harmonious working relationships within the team.
• Provide Fire Safety Department representation during internal & external audits.
• Attend Fire Safety related training courses and seminars to maintain company compliance with all aspects of fire safety.
  Level 4 Diploma in Fire Prevention (FPA) or equivalent (e.g. completion of Fire Safety Inspecting Officers Modules - Fire Service College)
• In depth knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Working knowledge of Approved Document B & BS9999.
• Professional knowledge of Fire Safety Systems.
• Extensive knowledge of current fire safety standards and be actively involved in the production of Fire Risk Assessments.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues and facility management.
• Experience from Local Authority, Military, Fire Safety Department or similar experience gained within an industrial or business environment.
• Undertaking or auditing Fire Risk Assessments.

All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

Benefits

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution).
• Life Assurance.
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family.
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site.