Fire Safety Engineer

Nissan Motors; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fire Safety Manager to enhance safety protocols and ensure compliance with fire regulations. This role involves evaluating fire risks, managing fire safety contracts, and developing training programs to meet safety standards. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering teams and regulatory bodies to implement effective fire safety measures. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe working environment and contributing to the overall safety culture. If you are passionate about fire safety and have the skills to influence and lead, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experienced Fire/H&S professional in Engineering/Manufacturing.
• Thorough understanding of UK & EU Fire safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate fire risks and develop effective control measures.
• Manage fire maintenance contracts and oversee system installations.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance.

Skills

Fire Safety Management

Interpersonal Skills

Influencing Skills

Incident Investigation

Education

Degree in Fire/H&S/Engineering

NEBOSH Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma

Membership of IOSH/IIRSM

Job description

Job Description

• Evaluate fire risks and develop effective control measures / Advise on equipment and procedures for work in flammable atmospheres
• Manage a fire maintenance contract and oversee maintenance and installation of fire detection, suppression, and extinguishing systems
• Identify fire safety training needs and develop/deliver suitable training
• Financial Planning, forecasting, approval requests and control of fire capital and revenue spend
• Advise on regulatory requirements and assure compliant systems and controls
• Liaise with Facility and Planning engineering to specify, approve, procure, and manage the installation of new fire systems including improvements, upgrades, and refurbishment to existing systems.
• Liaise with NML, fire authority, regulatory bodies, insurance companies and action improvement items
• Specify and manage the installation of fire system improvements
• General fire and Safety support covering, incident investigation and reporting, coordinate fire drills and expedite appropriate actions. Carry out fire inspections and audits, monitor / oversee appropriate actions and escalate short falls

Qualifications & Additional Skills

• Experienced Fire/H&S professional in the field of Engineering/Manufacturing
• Ideally, member (by examination) of Institution of Fire Engineers
• Fire/H&S/ Engineering related Degree
• Thorough understanding of UK & EU Fire safety legislation
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Strong influencing and effective meeting skills
• Essential: NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
• Desirable: NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
• Membership of IOSH, IIRSM or similar professional body

About the company

Nissan North America, Inc., doing business as Nissan USA, is the North American headquarters, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Nissan Motor Corporation of Japan.