Fire Safety Advisor

The Portfolio Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Peninsula Group in Manchester, United Kingdom, seeks a knowledgeable Fire Safety Advisor to join a forward-thinking team. You will lead fire safety guidance, oversee QA for a team of Fire Risk Assessors and Validators, and ensure actions comply with BAFE standards.

You will provide prompt client support by phone and email, stay current with legislation, and help update safety systems and risk assessments. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, with adaptability to

Qualifications

• Prerequisite: relevant practitioner experience in fire safety.
• Familiarity with BAFE standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing responsibilities and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert fire safety advice and QA oversight for a team of Fire Risk Assessors.
• Offer prompt telephone and email client support on fire safety matters.
• Stay updated on legislative changes to keep the team compliant.
• Update fire safety management systems and risk assessments per client requests.
• Interface with external enforcement agencies on behalf of clients when approved.
• Contribute to development of fire safety guidance notes and checklists.
• Assist in developing eLearning modules related to fire safety.

Skills

Fire safety expertise

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Job description

Calling all Fire Safety Superstars! Are you passionate about fire safety and ready to make a real difference?

My client is seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated Fire Safety Advisor to join a dynamic, forward thinking team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Advisory Role: Provide expert advice on fire safety, overseeing QA and validations for a team of Fire Risk Assessors and Validators.
• Client Support: Offer prompt telephone and email assistance to address client concerns related to fire safety.
• Legislation Updates: Stay updated on legislative changes, ensuring the team remains informed and compliant.
• Client Assistance: Offer practical support to clients in using online systems and initiate proactive client calls to support their fire services.
• Complaint Handling: Skillfully manage complaints and service issues, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction.
• BAFE Standards Management: Maintain familiarity with BAFE standards and efficiently manage BAFE systems for Peninsula Group clients.
• Specialization in Fire: Utilize practitioner experience to specialize in fire safety, ensuring comprehensive expertise.
• External Liaison: Interface with external enforcement agencies on behalf of clients, as approved and requested.
• Systems Amendments: Update fire safety management systems and risk assessments as per client requests.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure all advice provided meets BAFE requirements and standards.
• Development Initiatives: Contribute to the development of fire systems and eLearning modules as needed.
• Guidance & Checklists: Assist in creating Fire Guidance Notes, Standard Phrases, and Checklists for various legal jurisdictions serviced by Peninsula.

Requirements:

• Relevant practitioner experience in fire safety.
• Familiarity with BAFE standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing responsibilities and organizational objectives.

This role offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to make a substantial impact on fire safety while growing within a dynamic organization. Join us in ensuring a safer environment for all!