Fire Safety Manager

Caledonian Recruitment Group Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dynamic individual for a key role in fire safety and risk management. This position involves strategic leadership, tactical oversight, and operational execution to maintain a safe and compliant environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, with experience in managing fire safety systems and training staff.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to evaluate information and prioritize actions.
• Proven experience managing people and handling challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Centre Risk Manager to ensure the Fire Strategy is up to date.
• Continuously review and update the Centre Fire Risk Assessment.
• Deliver fire safety and emergency evacuation training to staff.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation

Decision-Making

Education

Relevant Industry Experience

Job description

Are you passionate about fire safety and risk management? We re looking for a dynamic individual to join our team, working closely with the Centre Risk Manager to ensure a safe and compliant environment. This is a key role that combines strategic oversight with operational leadership to maintain and enhance fire safety, health, and risk management systems.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with the Centre Risk Manager to ensure the Fire Strategy is up to date and effectively implemented.
• Foster a culture of fire safety awareness and risk management throughout the workplace.
• Promote and maintain a healthy, safe working environment aligned with current legislation and company policies.

Tactical Oversight

• Continuously review and update the Centre Fire Risk Assessment.
• Monitor and manage inspections, servicing, and compliance of Life Safety Equipment.
• Oversee preventative maintenance, testing, and statutory requirements for fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems.
• Ensure accurate documentation for fire prevention systems, including maintenance and testing records.
• Liaise with Facilities Management to ensure fire protective equipment meets legislative and best-practice standards.
• Deliver fire safety, emergency evacuation, and Duty Manager training to staff.

Operational Execution

• Approve contractor access permits and oversee life safety-related requests (e.g., sprinkler impairments, fire alarm isolations, hot work permits).
• Monitor fire alarm activations to identify root causes and implement lessons learned.
• Use electronic reporting systems to document fire safety issues and allocate corrective actions.
• Provide cover and support during the Risk Manager s absence.

Key Qualifications and Attributes

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate information and prioritize actions.
• Proven experience managing people and handling challenging situations.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Commercial awareness to assess cost implications of decisions.
• Relevant industry experience (preferred but not essential) with a strong understanding of fire safety regulations.
• Knowledgeable about fire detection, suppression systems, and health and safety management systems.
• Skilled in negotiation and decision-making, with a proactive and resourceful mindset.