Fire Safety Manager

Shirley Parsons; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Fire Safety Manager to develop and deliver a comprehensive fire safety framework across complex operations. This vital role involves minimizing fire risk and fostering a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance safety throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire risk management in multi-site environments.
• Sound knowledge of UK fire regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a fire safety strategy aligned with zero-harm values.
• Ensure compliance with UK fire safety legislation and industry standards.
• Lead site audits and assurance.

Skills

Clear communication

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Education

Diploma/degree in Fire Safety/Fire Engineering or Fire Science

Job description

Fire Safety Manager
Hybrid, covering Bucks, Berks and surrounding areas
Permanent
�65,000 - �80,000 D.O.E plus package

Lead the future of fire safety in a high-impact infrastructure environment.

We're looking for an experienced, forward-thinking Fire Safety Manager to champion the development and delivery of a robust fire safety framework across complex operational sites. You'll play a vital role in minimising fire risk, enhancing resilience, and cultivating a proactive safety culture. This is a newly created position, with plenty of scope to make an impact and leave a lasting legacy on the organisation.

What you'll be doing:

* Deliver a fire safety strategy aligned with zero-harm values and the wider HSW vision.
* Ensure compliance with UK fire safety legislation and industry standards.
* Embed a comprehensive Fire Safety Management System and lead site audits and assurance.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to integrate fire safety from design through operation.
* Working in close collaboration with the Fire Safety Advisor.

What you should bring:

* Essential: Diploma/ degree level qualification in Fire Safety/ Fire Engineering or Fire Science; fire risk management experience in complex, multi-site environments; sound knowledge of UK fire regulations.
* Desired: Chartered membership (e.g., IOSH, IFE); experience with COMAH/high-hazard sites; HOP certification or strong familiarity.
* Clear communication, leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement.

Why apply?

* Make a meaningful impact in a critical sector.
* Influence how fire safety is embedded into infrastructure, design, and operations.
* Join a values-led organisation that encourages innovation, learning, and collaboration.

Vacancy Reference: PR/028474
Vacancy Owner: Nathan Thompson | 07725258687 | [e-mail]