Fire Safety Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fire safety sector is seeking a Fire Safety Manager to enhance and lead compliance initiatives across multiple operational sites. This newly created position offers the opportunity to develop a robust fire safety framework and significantly impact safety culture within the organization, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Fire risk management experience in complex, multi-site environments.
• Sound knowledge of UK fire regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a fire safety strategy aligned with zero-harm values.
• Ensure compliance with UK fire safety legislation and industry standards.
• Embed a comprehensive Fire Safety Management System.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Education

Diploma/degree in Fire Safety/Fire Engineering or Fire Science

Job description

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Hybrid, covering Bucks, Berks and surrounding areas

Permanent

Lead the future of fire safety in a high-impact infrastructure environment.

We’re looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Fire Safety Manager to champion the development and delivery of a robust fire safety framework across complex operational sites. You’ll play a vital role in minimising fire risk, enhancing resilience, and cultivating a proactive safety culture. This is a newly created position, with plenty of scope to make an impact and leave a lasting legacy on the organisation.

What you'll be doing:

• Deliver a fire safety strategy aligned with zero-harm values and the wider HSW vision.
• Ensure compliance with UK fire safety legislation and industry standards.
• Embed a comprehensive Fire Safety Management System and lead site audits and assurance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to integrate fire safety from design through operation.
• Working in close collaboration with the Fire Safety Advisor.

What you should bring:

• Essential: Diploma/ degree level qualification in Fire Safety/ Fire Engineering or Fire Science; fire risk management experience in complex, multi-site environments; sound knowledge of UK fire regulations.
• Desired: Chartered membership (e.g., IOSH, IFE); experience with COMAH/high-hazard sites; HOP certification or strong familiarity.
• Clear communication, leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement.

Why apply?

• Make a meaningful impact in a critical sector.
• Influence how fire safety is embedded into infrastructure, design, and operations.
• Join a values-led organisation that encourages innovation, learning, and collaboration.