Fire Safety Manager

McCarthy Stone; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development company is seeking a Fire Safety Manager to lead fire and building safety strategies across a nationwide estate. The role requires extensive knowledge of fire safety legislation and the ability to implement compliance measures effectively. As part of this pivotal role, you will work closely with external stakeholders to enhance safety standards and conduct audits to ensure best practices. A competitive salary and benefits package is included.

Benefits

Company Car or Car allowance

Bonuses

Pension plan

Life assurance

Employee assistance helpline

Health screening

Eyecare voucher scheme

Long service award

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified professional with membership in a relevant fire safety body.
• Extensive knowledge of fire and building safety legislation.
• Experience in developing and implementing safety strategies across large property estates.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fire and building safety strategies across the estate.
• Provide expert guidance to internal teams ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Conduct audits on fire risk assessments ensuring best practices.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Extensive fire safety knowledge

Leadership

Education

Degree-qualified professional with fire safety membership

Job description

FireSafety Manager

Location : Nationwide role (travel required to our Developments)

Salary : Up to 65000 (DOE)

Benefits : Company Car or Car allowance Bonuses Benefits

Are you a fire and building safety expert looking to make a real impact Do you have the knowledge leadership and passion to drive fire and building safety strategy across a nationwide property estate If so we want to hear from you!

At McCarthy Stone were committed to providing safe and secure living environments for our residents. We are looking for a Fire Safety Manager to lead our fire and building safety approach ensuring compliance with all current and future legislation. This is a pivotal role in shaping our strategic approach working closely with Hampshire Fire and Rescue and key stakeholders across the business.

What Youll Do

• Develop and implement fire and building safety strategies across our estate.
• Provide expert guidance to internal teams ensuring compliance with current regulations.
• Work closely with Hampshire Fire and Rescue and external consultants to maintain our high safety standards.
• Conduct audits on fire risk assessments ensuring best practice across our properties.
• Lead fire remediation projects and implement recommendations to enhance safety.
• Keep up to date with legislative changes and ensure our approach evolves accordingly.

What Were Looking For

• Degree-qualified professional with membership in a relevant fire safety body (e.g. IWFM).
• Extensive knowledge of fire and building safety legislation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex regulations to diverse audiences.
• Experience in developing and implementing safety strategies across large property estates.
• Resilient proactive and results-driven individual with excellent problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us

Play a key role in safeguarding the residents and properties of a leading retirement living developer.

Work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your expertise is valued.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

If youre ready to take on a rewarding challenge and shape the future of fire and building safety at McCarthy Stone apply today!

About Us

As the UKs leading developer and manager of retirement communities we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025 McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24200 people.

We believe in championing the role wellbeing and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life so they feel more connected recognised and valued than late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain.

We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list!

The Benefits

• 24 days annual leave
• Pension plan
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance helpline
• Health screening
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Long service award

Testimonials

Linda Diamond House Manager

I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. Its a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team.

Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner

From my first week I felt like part of the team everyone is helpful and pro-active which is crucial in a fast paced environment. Ive had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects its a very hands-on approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments.

Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate

Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment watching them settle in and make friends and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding.

Caroline Craig-cordel Sales Consultant

I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldnt dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns but here it happens all the time.

Stan Smolyar Head of Brand

Previous Next Documents Required Experience : Manager

Key Skills

• Customer Service
• NYC
• Building Evacuation
• Safety Directors
• Fire Wardens
• FSD
• Emergency
• Law Enforcement
• Security Staff
• Access Control
• Regular Basis
• Fire Department
• Fire Safety Plan
• Fire Command Station
• Life Safety Systems

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1