Fire Safety Advisor

Government Recruitment Service; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A government property agency in Manchester is seeking a Fire Safety Advisor to manage fire safety across its estate. This role involves conducting audits, developing policies, and ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a relevant safety qualification and experience in fostering a culture of safety within organizations. The agency values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire safety management and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in conducting fire audits and inspections.
• Ability to develop and implement fire safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Support fire safety management across the estate.
• Conduct fire audits and inspections to ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement fire safety policies.

Skills

Fire safety management

Technical advice

Conducting fire audits

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Relevant fire safety qualification

Job description

Overview

The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government’s office estate.

We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. And we are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team.

Representing the best covenant in the UK – His Majesty’s Government – we are leading significant transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme. We are also delivering cost- effective property services such as asset management, lifecycle replacement and workplace services.

Innovation and progress underpin our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. Our four core values are at the heart of everything we do. They shape our culture and guide how we work, lead and grow together:

• Striving for excellence- We always aim to deliver great results
• Empowering through respect- We insist on fair treatment for all, always
• Acting with integrity- We consistently do the right thing
• Succeeding together- We rely on each other to achieve success

We are committed to representing the communities we serve by making Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) part of everything we do. Our strong emphasis on EDI is not just about driving inclusion across our organisation, it is also about ensuring our services meet the needs of government departments and the civil servants who use our spaces. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community.

Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth.

We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction.

Fire Safety Advisor role

The Fire Safety Advisor is responsible for supporting fire safety management across GPA’s estate to ensure statutory compliance and the safety of building occupants. Key responsibilities include conducting fire audits and inspections, providing technical advice, developing and implementing fire safety policies, and liaising with external regulatory bodies. The role supports the delivery of a risk-based fire safety assurance programme, fostering continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to legislation and best practices in fire safety management. The position plays a critical role in promoting a culture of safety and supporting the organisation’s commitment to safe and resilient workplaces.