Fire Safety Coordinator

IRIS Recruitment; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairhive Homes is seeking a dedicated Fire Safety Coordinator in Aylesbury, operating on a hybrid basis within the Property team. The role concentrates on coordinating fire safety activities, recording actions and ensuring timely completion of Fire Risk Assessments, door inspections and related follow-ups.

You will work with colleagues across Property, Compliance, Housing and Support teams, maintaining accurate records while liaising with residents and contractors.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks.
• Experience in housing, property, compliance, fire safety or repairs administration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fire safety inspections, actions and reports.
• Raise and monitor works orders; liaise with contractors and internal departments.
• Maintain compliance records and databases; provide reporting and KPI support.
• Support invoicing and meetings; identify process improvements and data quality opportunities.

Skills

Organisation

Coordination

Communication

IT systems

Attention to detail

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

IT systems

Job description

Fire Safety Coordinator

Aylesbury - Hybrid

£35,844

Full Time

Fixed Term Contract until 31-Mar-2027

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the housing community?

We’re on the hunt for a dedicated and enthusiasticFire Safety Coordinatorto join our amazing Property team at Fairhive! If you enjoy helping others, working in a supportive environment, and contributing to meaningful projects, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the role…

As a valued team member, you will play an essential role in our daily operations where no two days are the same.

Your contributions will help the team deliver on our goals and contribute to Fairhive’s overall success. The role will require team work and collaboration so if you have previous relevant experience and a drive to succeed then we want to hear from you!

As our Fire Safety Coordinator you will support the delivery of our fire safety compliance programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team dedicated to maintaining safe homes and communities, playing an important role in ensuring fire safety actions are effectively managed, monitored and completed.

You will help ensure Fire Risk Assessments, fire door inspections, defects and all associated follow-up actions are accurately recorded, tracked and progressed. Working closely with colleagues across Property, Compliance, Housing and Business Support, as well as contractors and residents, you will help keep critical fire safety activities on schedule while maintaining clear and accurate records.

The role will involve coordinating fire safety inspections, actions and reports while supporting the ongoing delivery of Fire Risk Assessment and fire door inspection programmes. You will raise and monitor works orders, liaise with contractors and internal departments, maintain compliance records and databases, and provide administrative support across the service. You will also assist with reporting, KPI monitoring, invoicing and meetings, while identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance data quality.

About you...

To be successful in this role, you will have excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, alongside a strong attention to detail. You will be confident using IT systems, spreadsheets and databases, with the ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively.

Experience within housing, property, compliance, fire safety or repairs administration would be advantageous, but we are equally interested in individuals who can demonstrate strong coordination skills, a proactive approach and the ability to maintain accurate records while building effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

About us

At Fairhive Homes, we’re driven by a simple yet powerful vision: “Homes for Living, Communities for Life” This isn’t just what we do; it’s what we strive for every day. As a non-profit housing association, we’re dedicated to providing affordable housing to over 20,000 individuals in our community. Our residents are truly at the heart of everything we do.

We are dedicated to supporting our residents and neighbourhoods. Whether we are maintaining our high-quality homes or building new ones, our mission is to foster thriving communities where everyone feels welcome and can proudly say, 'This is my home.'

We believe that a strong community starts with quality housing, and we’re here to make that vision a reality.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career in an empowering environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

At Fairhive, we invest in your wellbeing. You can join our Health Cash plan which enables you to claim money back against a wide range of services and treatments.

We believe that flexibility fosters a more productive and enjoyable working environment. Therefore, depending on the role requirements, we offer flexible working conditions that help you balance your work and life!

You’ll be part of a mission-driven organisation that makes a tangible difference in the community, allowing you to feel fulfilled in your work every day.

Our commitment to you

We’re focused on creating a workplace that celebrates inclusivity and diversity. We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their true selves to work, contributing their unique perspectives and talents. We recognise that our differences are what make us stronger and are committed to having our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve. Your unique experiences and insights are exactly what we’re looking for.

We are really proud of our initiatives to become an employer of choice, whether it’s coming along to one of our Menopause Café’s, becoming one of our Neurodiversity Champions or joining one of our inclusion lunches and learn sessions. Plus, our supportive team culture and active social committee mean you’ll always have a strong network of people around you!

The closing date for applications will be 5th October, but we might close it early if we find the right person before this date.