Fire Safety Advisor

Rullion Managed Services; Shurton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A fire safety consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Fire Safety Advisor to provide expert guidance on fire safety matters for a significant project. The role involves conducting audits, supporting compliance, and maintaining fire safety standards across construction sites. Ideal candidates will have a NEBOSH Fire Safety certificate, experience in fire safety management, and excellent communication skills. This position is contract-based with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fire safety audits.
• Membership of a professional organisation is required.
• Experience in construction sector fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide fire safety advice to contractors.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and audits.
• Support development of fire safety policies.

Skills

Knowledge of fire safety legislation

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Negotiating skills

Understanding of risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate

Degree in Fire Safety or related field

Job description

Job title: Fire Safety Advisor

IR35 Status: Inside of IR35

Start date: TBC ASAP

Duration: Contract (Long-term)

Salary/Pay rate/Benefits: up to 280 PAYE / 360 UMB (Daily rate approx. 70k/pa) DOE

Location: Site based, HPC

Job Purpose / Overview

The Fire Safety Advisor is part of a team of specialist fire safety and compliance professionals reporting to the Fire Safety Manager. The main purpose of the job is to provide advice and guidance on fire safety matters to the Principal Contractor to ensure fire safety standards are set and to maintain these standards across the project. The post holder will also support and promote the development of a positive fire safety culture among a wide array of contractors and stakeholders, support the development and implementation of fire safety systems and policies, perform audits and inspections, undertake fire risk assessments, report on fire safety matters to relevant personnel and committees, and support the on‑site Fire & Rescue Team with risk information and continual improvement of fire safety arrangements on the construction site.

Contextual Information

Operating Environment: The project is one of the largest infrastructure projects in Europe and marks the rebirth of the UK's nuclear industry. It presents invaluable opportunities for Somerset, the South West and the wider UK. The Fire Safety Team manages Fire Safety for the Construction Site, audits and assures fire safety standards are met and maintained throughout the project, working closely with the construction and delivery teams as well as site contractors.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provide fire safety advice and guidance to the Principal Contractor, wider contractor base and relevant committees.
• Support the development of fire safety arrangements (both general and process related) and procedures that meet legislative requirements and follow best practice.
• Develop, maintain and review the implementation of the Principal Contractor's fire safety policy, fire management arrangements and fire risk assessments, in conjunction with other contractors, to ensure legal compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide fire safety advice to Project Managers and design teams and assist in developing building fire strategies.
• Undertake fire safety assurance audits, inspections and other monitoring activities of both controlled areas and all site contractors to ensure compliance with site fire safety standards and UK legislation.
• Carry out suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments on behalf of the Principal Contractor.
• Review fire risk assessments carried out by other organisations concerned with the construction project.
• Review DSEAR risk assessments carried out by other organisations concerned with the project.
• Assist in liaising with contractors in the development of fire safety services for the construction areas to meet future needs and standards as part of a continual improvement process.
• Act as an advisor to Health and Safety Groups on matters relating to general fire safety, process fire safety and explosive atmospheres, and provide required reports.
• Support investigation of fire-related incidents on the construction site and at its associated development sites.
• Collate and report incident data.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge and understanding of relevant matters, including best sector practices and regulations, through literature searches, professional body contacts, and attendance at relevant meetings, courses and conferences.
• Undertake other activities/responsibilities within competence as directed by the line manager in accordance with the grade of the post.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and regulation pertaining to fire safety management.
• Good knowledge of general fire safety arrangements for construction sites and complex sites, including fire safety equipment, systems and fire safety roles.
• Good working knowledge/understanding of process fire risk in relation to high‑risk activities.
• Understanding of fire safety implications in relation to DSEAR.
• Good organisational skills with practical and methodical work planning and the ability to manage several concurrent work fronts.
• Self‑motivated and able to manage own work priorities and actions.
• Effective negotiating and influencing skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with professional and managerial disciplines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assimilate, analyse and present complex problems, identify necessary action, make recommendations and ensure actions are implemented.
• Understanding of the principles of risk assessment, including dynamic risk assessment especially in a construction environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven track record of undertaking fire safety risk assessments, fire safety audits and determining compliance within the commercial and construction sectors.
• Membership of an appropriate professional organisation (e.g., Institute of Fire Engineers).
• NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate (or similar fire safety qualifications).
• Desirably educated to degree/diploma level or equivalent level / relevant experience.
• Experience of successfully developing and implementing fire safety plans, policies and procedures.

Note: this job description is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities and activities that the job holder may be required to undertake.

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