Fire Safety Manager - BBC

EMCOR UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR UK is seeking dedicated Senior Quantity Surveyors and Quantity Surveyors to join their team, focusing on issues in fire safety compliance across various high-profile sectors. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and travel across the UK. The ideal candidates will possess strong fire safety knowledge and relevant qualifications to ensure adherence to UK regulations and best practices.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Private Healthcare

25 days holidays + Bank holidays

Health Cash Plan

Discount Shopping

Gym

Learning & Development opportunities

Paid Volunteering Days

Industry leading maternity & paternity policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety laws and regulations.
• Experience in fire risk assessment and fire safety management.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and manage corrective actions.
• Liaise with internal teams and external fire authorities.

Skills

Knowledge of UK fire safety laws

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Fire Safety Certification

Membership of a fire safety professional body

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Duties/Responsibilities

Location: Home based with UK wide travel

Salary: £55,000 + car allowance

Working Hours: 0900 to 1700 Monday to Friday

Benefits: Car Allowance, Private Healthcare, 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more. SC Clearance will be required

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

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Due to growth EMCOR UK are currently recruiting for Senior Quantity Surveyors & Quantity Surveyors on our prestigious portfolio of customers in Data Centres, Defence and Communications across the UK, the positions are a mix of hybrid with travel across the region to site based. As the Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for providing a consistent commercial framework for projects from pre-tender to final account, with a proactive approach to risk management and contract value optimisation.

What you you'll do:

• Develop, implement, and maintain fire safety policies and procedures in compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and any other relevant legislation.
• Reporting of fire safety risk status, adequacy of mitigations and progress with FRA actions through reporting to functional leadership, service delivery group and fire safety governance forums.
• Understand emerging fire safety risks and proactively work with the business to understand, document and mitigate those risks.
• Provide input and insight to the BBC and relevant EMCOR governance forums to inform commercial decisions relating to fire safety.
• Awareness and knowledge of new and emerging fire safety regulatory changes and report on the impact to the BBC.
• Oversee fire risk assessments, document and manage corrective actions to mitigate fire hazards.
• Liaise with Internal teams, local fire authorities and other relevant agencies to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Investigate fire incidents and near misses, implementing lessons learned to prevent future occurrences.
• Report on false alarm activations and work with suppliers, Facilities Managers and the Responsible Person to reduce activations.
• Oversee the maintenance and management of fire safety records, including risk assessments and maintenance records.
• Create and implement a training schedule and to ensure the Responsible Person and Fire Wardens are adequately trained in their fire safety role.
• Assist in developing business continuity and emergency response plans in case of fire emergencies.
• Advise on fire safety measures during project works or events, mitigating fire risks and ensuring project design meets relevant standards.

Person Specification

• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety laws and regulations.
• Fire Safety Certification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire Safety, CFPA Europe Diploma, Fire Risk Assessment Qualification).
• Experience in fire risk assessment and fire safety management.
• Membership of a fire safety professional body (e.g., IFSM, IFE).
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work with external fire authorities, regulatory bodies and Fire Engineering consultants.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.

Benefits

Additional Benefits

• Industry leading maternity & paternity policies
• Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression
• Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Health cash plan - Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing
• Dental scheme
• Access to health assessments
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries