Fire Safety Business Partner

Shirley Parsons; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK transport operator is seeking a Fire Safety Business Partner to shape the future of safety within their organization. The role involves conducting fire risk assessments, advising on fire legislation, and influencing safety strategy across a dynamic environment. Essential qualifications include expertise in workplace fire safety and a Fire Safety Management qualification. This position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in workplace fire safety and fire risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of UK fire legislation.
• Experience in unionised, operationally complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex fire risk assessments across shared-use and high-risk premises.
• Provide expert advice on fire legislation and workplace fire risks.
• Support statutory compliance for safety regulations.

Skills

Workplace fire safety

Fire risk assessments

Influencing and negotiating

Understanding of UK fire legislation

Education

Fire Safety Management qualification (level 4 or above)

Job description

Fire Safety Business Partner
North west London
Permanent
55,000 - 65,000

Are you a fire safety expert ready to shape the future of safety in a large, complex, and evolving transport organisation?

We're seeking a Fire Safety Business Partner to join a newly established SHEQ function within a major UK transport operator. This is a rare opportunity to influence strategic safety direction across a high-risk, unionised environment - including hydrogen and electric vehicle technologies.

About the Business

This organisation operates a large fleet across multiple depots in London and beyond, with a workforce of over 5,000 employees. Backed by a global parent company, it is undergoing significant transformation, with a renewed focus on safety, innovation, and sustainability.

The Role

As the Fire Safety Business Partner, you'll be the subject matter expert for all fire-related safety matters across a diverse estate. You'll work closely with the SHEQ leadership team to:

• Conduct complex fire risk assessments across shared-use and high-risk premises.
• Provide expert advice on fire legislation, chemical safety, and workplace fire risks.
• Support statutory compliance (e.g. legionella, slips/trips/falls, DSE).
• Plan for emerging risks, including hydrogen vehicle safety.
• Represent the business in internal and external safety forums.
• Contribute to the development of a forward-thinking SHEQ strategy.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dedicated fire safety professional. You might be an ex-firefighter or someone with a deep background in fire risk management across high-risk sectors like transport, construction, or large estates.

Essential experience

• Proven expertise in workplace fire safety and fire risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of UK fire legislation.
• Ideally experienced working in unionised, operationally complex environments.
• Fire Safety Management related qualification - level 4 or above.
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and drive cultural change.
• Comfortable working independently and across multiple sites.

Vacancy Reference: PR/028606

Vacancy Owner: Nathan Thompson | [e-mail] | 07725258687