Fire Safety Manager

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; London Borough of Lewisham; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ackerman Pierce Ltd is recruiting a Fire Safety Manager to oversee fire safety across the organisation in London. You will ensure compliance with UK legislation, carry out risk assessments, manage action plans and supervise maintenance of alarms, extinguishers and emergency systems.

The role includes coordinating evacuation drills and delivering safety training. The ideal candidate will have NEBOSH Fire Safety certification, a fire risk assessment qualification, and membership of a fire safety

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of fire safety management principles.
• In-depth understanding of UK fire safety legislation and best practices.
• Experience in conducting and reviewing fire risk assessments.

Responsabilités

• Ensure compliance with fire safety legislation and regulations.
• Conduct and review fire risk assessments and action plans.
• Maintain and inspect fire safety systems (alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting, doors).
• Coordinate drills and emergency procedures; deliver awareness training.

Connaissances

Fire safety management

UK fire legislation

Fire risk assessment

Communication

Risk identification

Audits and training

Formation

NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate

Fire risk assessment qualification

Description du poste

We are currently recruiting for a Fire Safety Manager to manage and oversee fire safety arrangements across the organisation, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and maintaining a safe environment for employees, visitors, contractors and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and regulations.


• Conduct and review fire risk assessments.


• Monitor and manage fire safety action plans.


• Ensure fire alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting and fire doors are maintained and inspected.


• Coordinate fire evacuation drills and emergency procedures.


• Deliver fire safety awareness training and support fire wardens.


• Carry out regular fire safety inspections and audits.


• Investigate fire incidents, near misses and fire alarm activations.


• Ensure escape routes and emergency exits remain clear.


• Liaise with contractors, facilities teams and external fire safety specialists.


• Maintain accurate fire safety records and compliance documentation.


• Provide regular fire safety reports to senior management.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in fire safety management or a similar role.


• Good understanding of UK fire safety legislation.


• Knowledge of fire risk assessments and fire prevention.


• Strong communication and organisational skills.


• Ability to identify risks and implement corrective actions.


• Experience managing fire safety training and audits.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate or equivalent.


• Relevant fire risk assessment qualification.


• Membership of a recognised fire safety professional body (desirable)