Fire Safety Manager

Innovus Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Innovus Group in Reading is seeking a Fire Safety Manager to lead a team delivering fire door inspections and compliance with Fire Safety (England) regulations 2022. You will supervise operations, manage contractors, and drive safety excellence across sites.

The role focuses on ensuring safety for tenants and staff, with a strong emphasis on practical compliance and customer confidence in fire protection measures.

Qualifications

• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Understand IT procedures relevant to facilities management.
• Be fully conversant with site manuals, operating procedures and M&E items.
• Awareness of approved policies relating to lift emergencies and release of trapped passengers.
• Knowledge of operating procedures for all technical/IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and compare costs for required goods or services to achieve value.
• Direct, coordinate and plan essential services such as reception, security, maintenance, cleaning and catering.
• Ensure buildings meet health and safety requirements and comply with legislation.
• Ensure safety of customers, contractors and colleagues via regular site inspections.
• Plan allocation and utilization of space for new or existing premises.
• Verify completed work and address deficiencies.
• Use performance metrics to monitor service levels and lead improvements.
• Respond to emergencies and urgent issues promptly.
• Maintain full compliance with Health and Safety policies.
• Ensure a safe working environment and site safety at all times.
• Report Health & Safety breaches to management.
• Record all accidents and near misses as per policy.
• Lead the site team to deliver high service standards.
• Oversee daily management of contractors per site processes.
• Supervise quality and cost control and authorize contractors.

Skills

IOSH Managing Safely

IT procedures

Site manuals

Lift emergencies policies

IT systems operations

Job description

Hours: 35 hours per week- Monday to Friday

At Innovus we committed to delivering market leading solutions and professional services and as a Fire Safety Manageryou will be contributing to our vision to recognised as the market leading provider of services to the UK’s property sector.

We are proud to employ highly skilled, experienced and innovative people who deliver business expertise and service across the property industry.

Main Purpose of Job

This role involves leading a fire safety team that provides our customers with comprehensive support to ensure that their fire doors meet all safety standards, helping to maintain compliance with the Fire Safety (England) regulations 2022.

The team understands that fire door inspections are about more than just meeting regulations - they’re about ensuring safety and fostering confidence in a building’s fire protection measures. Our qualified team provides a streamlined service that balances thorough compliance with the practical needs of landlords, property owners, building managers, and end-users.

Position in Organisation

This role reports to the Head of Fire Safety.

Main Responsibilities

• Calculate and compare costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value for money
• Direct, coordinate and plan essential services such as reception, security, maintenance, mail, archiving, cleaning, catering, waste disposal and recycling
• Ensure buildings meet health and safety requirements and facilities comply with legislation
• Ensure the safety of customers, contractors and colleagues by regular site inspection
• Plan best allocation and utilisation of space and resources for new buildings, or re-organising of current premises
• Check that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and follow up on any deficiencies
• Use performance management techniques to monitor and demonstrate achievement of agreed service levels and to lead on improvement
• Respond appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise and deal with the consequences
• To maintain full compliance with the company and client Health and Safety Policy
• Ensure safe working environment and site safety always
• Report any breaches of H&S to Line Management
• Report all accidents and near misses in line with Company Policy
• Offer strong team leadership, inspiring the site team to deliver high service delivery
• Daily management of contractors in accordance with site processes
• Supervision with reference to quality control and cost control ensuring contractors have the correct authority to carry out work, reviewing completed work

Experience

• IOSH Managing Safely qualification
• Understand IT procedures in relation to the post of Facilities Manager
• To be fully conversant with site manuals, operating procedures, and operation of the communal M&E items
• Awareness of approved company policies in relation to lift emergencies, specifically the release of trapped passengers
• Operating procedures for all technical/IT systems

Working at Innovus:

At Innovus, we recognise that people come to work to do a great job, and we actively support this through our internal employee reward platform and a culture that celebrates contribution.

We’re passionate about helping our people grow and progress, and we encourage ongoing personal and professional development. We also understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexibility where possible depending on role requirements.

Everything we do is guided by our core values: Trust, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Delivery.

What We Offer:

At Innovus, we believe our people deserve the best, just like our customers. That’s why we provide the tools, training, and support you need to thrive, alongside a competitive salary and a great range of benefits.

We're committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Innovus, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and recruit based on merit. We welcome applications from everyone, including those interested in job share opportunities.

As an inclusive employer, we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates. If you have any accessibility requirements or need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment and selection process, please contact our team, we are happy to support you.

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