Fire Safety Manager

Service Care Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client in Manchester is seeking a Fire Safety Manager to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and lead fire safety initiatives. Responsibilities include conducting audits, preparing detailed reports, and providing training on fire safety. The ideal candidate will have a relevant fire safety qualification and management experience within housing or local authority settings. This role offers competitive compensation at 375 per hour Umbrella LTD.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £250

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a management role within housing or local authority settings.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering high-quality services in a complex fire safety environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex fire safety work packages and deliver technical solutions.
• Carry out fire safety audits and monitor compliance.
• Prepare reports documenting fire safety risks and defects.

Skills

Knowledge of UK fire safety regulations

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Fire risk assessments

Team leadership

Education

C08 Fire Risk Management in Residential Properties

Tools

Fire safety management software

Job description

A client within the Public Sector based in Manchester is currently recruiting for a Fire Safety Manager to join their Fire Safety Team within Housing Services as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a housing/building safety environment.

The Role

The key purpose of the role is to provide high-level technical consultancy and leadership across the Fire Safety function, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and delivering safe, effective, and customer-focused fire safety services across residential buildings.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Leading complex fire safety work packages and delivering innovative technical solutions in line with legislation.
• Carrying out post-inspections, fire safety audits, and monitoring compliance with relevant legislation and codes.
• Preparing comprehensive reports documenting fire safety risks, defects, and recommended actions.
• Providing training, technical guidance, and education to staff and building occupants on fire safety policies and evacuation procedures.
• Supporting continuous improvement by staying up to date with current fire safety regulations, industry best practices, and advancements in fire safety management.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role, you will require:

• A fire safety–related qualification (e.g. C08 Fire Risk Management in Residential Properties).
• Proven experience in a management role within housing or local authority settings.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering high-quality services in a complex fire safety environment, including hands‑on experience in fire risk assessments and building inspections.

The below skills would be beneficial for the role:

• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety regulations, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
• Proficiency in fire safety management software and tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and report writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and lead a team effectively.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such is offering 375 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. 325 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to (url removed) or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed) to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction‑related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a 250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.