Fire Safety Advisor

University of Bath; Matlock Bath CP; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is looking for an experienced Fire Safety Advisor to manage fire safety across their facilities. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation and fostering a positive safety culture. Offering a competitive salary, diverse benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, this role is pivotal to maintaining a safe learning environment.

Benefits

Free counselling services

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Staff discount at Team Bath gym

Discounts on postgraduate tuition fees

Generous pension schemes

Professional development opportunities

Free entry to Holburne Museum

Relocation allowance and visa reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience advising on fire safety within complex buildings.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire safety matters across the university.
• Develop and implement Fire Safety Management System.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and audits.

Skills

Knowledge of UK fire safety legislation

Verbal and written communication

Proactive safety culture advocacy

Collaboration with regulatory authorities

Education

Graduate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers

Fire Safety qualification at EQF Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

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:

• 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.
• Developing and implementing the University's Fire Safety Management System and driving fire safety improvements to foster a proactive fire safety culture.
• Carrying out Fire Risk Assessments and supporting duty holders to address any areas of concern.
• Supporting and advising departments on fire safety matters in new building projects and refurbishments.
• Conducting fire safety audits to monitor practice and performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• 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 (up to 2 days per week off-campus, subject to role commitments).

About You

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

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

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

You Will Also Need To Have

• Graduate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or another relevant professional body.
• A relevant fire safety qualification at European Qualification Framework Level 5 or equivalent (such as Level 4 Fire Safety Diploma).
• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

What We Can Offer You

We celebrate diversity and are committed to equality. With an international reputation and a Silver Athena SWAN award, we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We aim to create a safe, inclusive environment, supporting disabled staff and fostering a positive workplace culture.

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Discounts on postgraduate tuition fees and language courses
• Generous pension schemes and annual leave with discretionary days
• Professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships and LinkedIn Learning
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and family-friendly policies
• Relocation allowance, visa reimbursement, and interest-free loans for immigration expenses

We continually expand our benefits to support our staff. Find out more on our website.

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