Fire Safety Officer

Allen & York; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent institution in Birmingham seeks a Fire Safety Officer to ensure compliance and promote a positive fire safety culture. This role involves conducting risk assessments, managing policies, and providing staff training. Candidates should have fire-related qualifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Qualification from a recognized professional body such as IFE or IFSM.
• Proactive communication skills for effective engagement and management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and incident reports.
• Update fire safety policies and procedures.
• Provide training to promote fire safety awareness.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Fire-related qualification

Job description

Our client is a leading institution in Birmingham recruiting for a Fire Safety Officer to provide support and advice on fire safety to the Estates and broader organisation. The organisation is a prominent institution in Birmingham, playing an important role in shaping the futures of individuals from all walks of life.

Reporting to the Head of Health & Safety, this role is crucial in providing professional advice and support for fire safety across all site aspects, including construction projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering a positive fire safety culture.

The responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, incident reports, following up on actions, ensuring legal compliance, updating fire safety policies and procedures, and raising awareness through relevant training for staff.

Candidates should have a fire-related qualification and membership in a recognised professional body such as IFE or IFSM. They should be proactive communicators with problem-solving skills, capable of engaging well and managing solutions effectively.

About us: Allen & York has been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that promote sustainability, climate change awareness, and inclusivity, working towards a sustainable world for all.

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