Fire Safety Lead - Nuclear & High-Risk Facilities

Shirley Parsons; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management organisation is seeking a Fire Safety Officer to ensure fire safety compliance across diverse portfolios, including high-risk nuclear environments. This hands-on role involves developing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, overseeing fire safety systems, and leading training initiatives. Applicants should possess a NEBOSH Fire Safety certificate and have experience in fire safety within facilities management. A willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland is required. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire safety within facilities management and/or high-risk environments.
• Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland.
• Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain fire safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and ensure timely mitigation.
• Oversee fire detection and suppression systems.
• Lead fire drills and emergency evacuation exercises.
• Liaise with statutory bodies like the Office for Nuclear Regulation.
• Deliver fire safety training tailored to nuclear protocols.
• Support integration of fire safety into maintenance projects.

Skills

Fire safety compliance

Risk assessment

Fire safety training

Knowledge of UK fire safety legislation

Nuclear safety protocols

Education

NEBOSH Fire Safety and Risk Management Certificate

Job description

A leading facilities management organisation is seeking a Fire Safety Officer to ensure fire safety compliance across diverse portfolios, including high-risk nuclear environments. This hands-on role involves developing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, overseeing fire safety systems, and leading training initiatives. Applicants should possess a NEBOSH Fire Safety certificate and have experience in fire safety within facilities management. A willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland is required. Competitive salary and benefits included.