Fire Safety Advisor

ZipRecruiter; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking an experienced Fire Safety Advisor to oversee fire safety protocols across campus. The role requires a comprehensive knowledge of fire safety legislation and the ability to promote a proactive safety culture. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team and enjoy benefits including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free counselling services

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Staff discounts at various facilities

Generous pension schemes

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience advising on fire safety in complex buildings.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to empower others for compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main contact for all fire safety matters.
• Carry out Fire Risk Assessments and support duty holders.
• Conduct fire safety audits and training.

Skills

Knowledge of UK fire safety legislation

Communication skills

Proactive safety culture promotion

Collaboration with regulatory authorities

Education

Graduate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE)

Fire safety qualification at Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Fire Safety Advisor

Department: Human Resources

Salary: Starting from £46,735, rising to £55,755

Closing date: Sunday 15 June 2025

We’re seeking an experienced and pragmatic Fire Safety Advisor to lead on fire safety matters across the university.

About the role

As our subject matter expert on Fire Safety, you'll be responsible for:

1. Acting as the main contact for all fire safety matters, providing advice and guidance, and acting as the University's appointed competent fire safety person.
2. Developing and implementing the University's Fire Safety Management System and driving fire safety improvements to foster a proactive fire safety culture.
3. Carrying out Fire Risk Assessments and supporting duty holders to address any areas of concern.
4. Supporting and advising departments on fire safety matters in new building projects and refurbishments.
5. Conducting fire safety audits to monitor practice and performance, identifying areas for improvement.
6. Developing, implementing, and delivering fire safety training.

Based within the University's Safety, Health and Employee Wellbeing Service, you’ll join a specialist team providing support, advice, and guidance across the University.

The role is predominantly based on the University's Claverton Down campus, with some scope for hybrid working (normally up to 2 days per week off-campus, subject to role commitments).

About you

We’re looking for significant experience advising on fire safety within complex buildings, large organizations, and diverse activities.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Comprehensive knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and requirements, and health and safety legislation especially in respect of fire safety management.
• Excellent written and verbal skills for advising, training, and promoting fire safety to staff at all levels.
• A proactive approach to fostering a positive safety culture, especially among estate managers and safety personnel.
• The ability to empower others to improve performance and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Experience collaborating with external regulatory authorities for Fire Safety.

Additionally, you will need:

• Graduate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or a relevant professional body.
• A fire safety qualification at European Qualification Framework Level 5 or equivalent (e.g., Level 4 Fire Safety Diploma).
• Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development.

What we offer

We consider ourselves a university where difference is celebrated, respected, and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation, a Silver Athena SWAN award, and a commitment to equality and inclusion.

Our benefits include:

• Free counselling services
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discounts at various facilities and on postgraduate tuition fees
• Generous pension schemes and annual leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Entry to Holburne Museum, local discounts, and more

We are a family-friendly workplace committed to supporting our staff. For more information on our benefits and to hear from our staff, visit our website and follow us @UniofBath and @UniofBathJobs on X.