Fire Safety Manager

Niyaa People Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Public sector pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Continuity of service benefits

Life assurance

Discounted health cash plan

Job summary

Niyaa People Ltd in Kingston upon Thames is recruiting an experienced Fire Safety Manager to join a leading Social Housing provider on a 1-year fixed term contract. The role supports property services across the local region, with hybrid working and 35 hours per week.

You will manage fire safety programmes, carry out risk assessments, work with Property Managers, and ensure compliance with fire safety legislation. A recognised Fire Safety qualification is required.

Qualifications

• Experience managing fire safety programmes across residential property portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of Fire Risk Assessments and fire safety compliance.
• Experience managing fire safety contractors and external consultants.
• Understanding of fire safety legislation and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the Group's fire safety programmes across its residential property portfolio.
• Carry out fire safety inspections, surveys and audits, identifying risks and actions.
• Work with Property Managers on Fire Risk Assessment recommendations and remedial actions.
• Prepare specifications, monitor works on site and perform QA inspections.

Skills

Fire risk management

Contract management

Budget management

Fire safety compliance

Cooperation with contractors

Education

Recognised Fire Safety qualification

Job description

We are recruitingforan experienced Fire Safety Managerto join a leading Social Housing provider based inKingston upon Thamessupporting property services across the local region on a one year fixed term contract.

What's on offer:

• Salary: £60,000
• Contract: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
• Working pattern: Full-time - 35 hours per week
• Working arrangement: Hybrid working 2 to 3 days in the office

About the Company

Our client is a well-established Social Housing provider managing a large portfolio of residential properties across Kingston upon Thames and the surrounding areas. They are committed to providing safe, high-quality homes and delivering excellent services to their residents and communities.

Benefits of the Fire Safety Manager include:

• Hybrid working
• Public sector pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Continuity of service benefits
• Life assurance
• Discounted health cash plan

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and oversee the Group's fire safety programmes across its residential property portfolio.
• Carry out fire safety inspections, surveys and audits, ensuring risks are identified and appropriately managed.
• Work closely with Property Managers to ensure Fire Risk Assessment recommendations and remedial actions are completed.
• Prepare specifications, monitor works on site and undertake quality assurance inspections.
• Manage contracts, variations and Contract Instructions where required.
• Ensure all fire safety, building safety, statutory and regulatory obligations are identified and progressed.
• Keep up to date with changes to fire safety legislation, guidance and regulatory requirements.

The successful Fire Safety Manager will have:

• Strong knowledge and experience of Fire Risk Assessments and fire safety compliance.
• Experience managing fire safety contractors and external consultants.
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation and regulations.
• Experience delivering fire safety remedial, major works or compliance programmes.
• A recognised Fire Safety qualification or Building safety qualification
• Strong project, contract and budget management skills.
• Experience working within a residential or social housing environment.

This role would suit an experienced Fire Safety Manager, Fire Safety Project Manager or Senior Fire Safety professional looking for a one-year fixed-term opportunity with a reputable Social Housing organisation.