Fire Safety Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London-based university seeks a Fire Safety Advisor for an interim contract. The role entails advising on fire safety and compliance while managing fire safety across university sites. Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, training staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in undertaking Fire Safety Risk Assessments.
• Successful candidates must have relevant Fire Safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Fire Risk Assessments to identify hazards and recommend actions.
• Provide training on fire safety procedures including evacuation drills.
• Inspect and maintain fire safety equipment to ensure functionality.

Skills

Fire Safety Risk Assessments

Training and Awareness

Regulatory Compliance

Inspection of Fire Safety Equipment

Education

Fire Safety Risk Assessment Certificate

CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention

Diploma in Fire Safety

Diploma in Fire Science and Fire Safety

Job description

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Fire Safety Advisor, Crawley, West Sussex

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Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Fire Safety Advisor – Education Sector

Agency Reference Number: J88183

Venn Group has partnered with a leading London-based university to recruit an interim Fire Safety Advisor for an initial 3-month contract.

The role involves assisting the Head of Health and Safety by providing advice on hazardous substances, fire safety, machinery safety, training, and performance monitoring.

You will manage fire safety across all university sites, providing general health and safety advice, organizing, implementing, coordinating, and maintaining effective fire prevention measures.

This includes delivering fire safety training, conducting fire risk assessments, advising on fire safety systems, and inspecting and monitoring fire safety arrangements, including those of contractors.

Location: London

Duration: 3 months initially

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Key Duties:

• Conduct Fire Risk Assessments: Evaluate buildings, equipment, and procedures to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and Implement Fire Safety Plans: Create and maintain fire safety procedures, emergency response plans, and policies.
• Provide Training and Awareness: Deliver fire safety training to staff, including fire extinguisher use, evacuation drills, and fire awareness.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Monitor adherence to fire safety legislation and health and safety regulations.
• Inspect and Maintain Fire Safety Equipment: Regularly check fire alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting, and other safety systems to ensure proper functioning.

The successful candidate must have:

• Experience in undertaking Fire Safety Risk Assessments
• Fire Safety Risk Assessment Certificate
• Preferably working towards CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention, Diploma in Fire Safety, or Diploma in Fire Science and Fire Safety

Venn Group is an equal opportunity employment business and agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.