Fire Safety Manager

Principal People Recruitment; North East; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking a Fire Safety Manager to oversee fire safety across multiple construction projects in the UK. You will be responsible for developing fire safety strategies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with current legislation. This role offers flexibility, with travel required only two days a week, and provides a comprehensive compensation package including a salary of GBP70,000 to GBP80,000, a company car or car allowance, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Company car (electric or hybrid options) or GBP7,250 car allowance

Up to 15% annual bonus

Private medical cover

6% matched pension scheme

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fire safety management or advisory role.
• Strong understanding of the Fire Safety Order and related legislation.
• Experience in conducting or reviewing Fire Risk Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead on fire safety across multiple construction projects.
• Develop and maintain fire safety standards and procedures.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and audits.
• Act as the main point of contact for external fire risk assessors.
• Support the development of training programmes.
• Review fire-related incidents and implement lessons learned.
• Represent the business at national safety forums.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong leadership abilities

Expertise in fire safety regulations

Education

NEBOSH Fire Certificate or equivalent qualification

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Fire Safety Manager to join one of the UK s leading Tier 1 Principal Contractors. The business is renowned for delivering high quality projects across the UK and maintaining exceptional standards in Health, Safety and sustainability.

The Role

This is a UK wide position offering agile working and flexibility to be based anywhere across the country. You ll have full ownership of your diary, with travel typically no more than two days per week. As Fire Safety Manager, you ll play a key role in developing, implementing, and driving fire safety strategy across UK operations. You ll work closely with senior leadership, SHE teams, and project delivery teams to ensure compliance with current legislation, promote best practice, and drive continuous improvement in all areas of fire safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on fire safety across multiple UK construction projects, providing expert advice and guidance.
• Develop and maintain fire safety standards, systems, and procedures in line with legislation and best practice.
• Conduct and review fire risk assessments and audits, supporting regional SHE teams in implementing improvement measures.
• Act as the main point of contact for external fire risk assessors and ensure consistent quality and performance.
• Support the development of training programmes and competency frameworks for those involved in fire safety.
• Review fire–related incidents, identify root causes, and implement lessons learned.
• Represent the business at national safety forums and contribute to wider industry developments.

About You

• Proven experience in a fire safety management or advisory role (Construction experience beneficial but not essential).
• Strong understanding of the Fire Safety Order, JCoP, HSG 168, and Building Safety Act requirements.
• NEBOSH Fire Certificate or equivalent qualification and experience in conducting or reviewing Fire Risk Assessments.

What s on Offer

• This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK s most respected Tier 1 contractors. You ll be part of a professional and supportive team, making a real impact on Fire safety performance across a range of exciting projects.

Package includes:

• GBP70,000 GBP80,000 base salary (depending on experience)
• Company car (electric or hybrid options) or GBP7,250 car allowance
• Up to 15% annual bonus
• Private medical cover
• 6% matched pension scheme
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional flexible benefits