Fire Safety Lead: Strategy, Compliance & Site Audits

New Start; Northallerton; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Local government pension

Professional development opportunities

Supportive environment

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Fire Safety Lead to shape fire safety strategy across diverse properties, including offices, frontline service buildings, residential and commercial sites. The role combines leadership of fire risk assessments, contractor management, site inspections and policy development, with hybrid working and opportunities to influence a broad compliance programme.

You will work with a dedicated compliance team, external partners and stakeholders to promote a strong fire

Qualifications

• Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety.
• Membership of the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE) or Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM).
• Strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Experience of developing and maintaining effective fire risk management processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Council's fire safety specialist.
• Oversee and quality assure fire risk assessments and fire safety reports.
• Manage external specialist contractors delivering fire safety programmes and projects.
• Undertake site inspections, audits and technical assessments.
• Monitor compliance and provide assurance that fire risks are being effectively managed.
• Develop and improve fire safety policies, procedures and risk management arrangements.
• Provide expert advice on building projects, refurbishments and regulatory compliance.
• Promote a positive fire safety culture through engagement, training and awareness initiatives.
• Support the development of risk-based investment programmes to improve fire safety across the estate.
• Lead site visits and projects relating to improving fire safety on those sites.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Independent working

Professional development

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety

IFE/IFSM membership

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Fire Safety Lead to shape fire safety strategy across diverse properties, including offices, frontline service buildings, residential and commercial sites. The role combines leadership of fire risk assessments, contractor management, site inspections and policy development, with hybrid working and opportunities to influence a broad compliance programme.

You will work with a dedicated compliance team, external partners and stakeholders to promote a strong fire