Fire Safety Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London-based university is seeking an interim Fire Safety Advisor for an initial 3-month contract. The role focuses on managing fire safety across university sites, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing training. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and experience in fire safety assessments.

Qualifications

• Experience in undertaking Fire Safety Risk Assessments.
• Certifications in Fire Safety are essential.
• Working towards relevant diplomas in fire safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Fire Risk Assessments and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and implement fire safety plans and policies.
• Deliver training on fire safety to staff.

Skills

Fire Safety Risk Assessments

Hazardous Substances Advice

Health and Safety Monitoring

Education

Fire Safety Risk Assessment Certificate

CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention

Diploma in Fire Safety

Diploma in Fire Science and Fire Safety

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 on 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 conducting fire safety training, performing 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:

1. Conduct Fire Risk Assessments: Evaluate buildings, equipment, and procedures to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective actions.
2. Develop and Implement Fire Safety Plans: Create and maintain fire safety procedures, emergency response plans, and fire safety policies.
3. Provide Training and Awareness: Deliver fire safety training to staff, including fire extinguisher use, evacuation drills, and general fire awareness.
4. Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Monitor adherence to fire safety legislation and health and safety regulations.
5. Inspect and Maintain Fire Safety Equipment: Regular checks of 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 opportunities employment business and agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.