Fire Safety Officer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated Fire Safety Officer to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation at a housing association in Manchester. This temporary role offers the opportunity to contribute to fire safety management and improve safety standards across properties. Ideal candidates will have relevant Fire Safety qualifications and a strong background in fire safety management, with 2-3 years of experience in the sector. Immediate applications are encouraged, with interviews conducted on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a property services or fire safety role.
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation.
• Professional membership of the IFE or IFSM.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Responsible Person for fire management.
• Develop and maintain the Fire Policy.
• Conduct audits for compliance with fire safety standards.
• Project manage fire safety improvement works.
• Manage service level agreements for fire safety equipment.

Skills

Fire Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Assessment

Project Management

Education

Fire Safety qualification accredited by IFE or IFSM

NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management

Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Job description

Fire Safety Officer

Location: Manchester

Job Type: Temporary (3-6 months)

Rate: Negotiable depending on experience

Outside IR35

We are seeking a dedicated Fire Safety Officer to join a leading Housing association in Manchester on a temporary basis. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation and enhancing the safety standards across the housing association's assets. If you have a strong background in fire safety management and are looking for a dynamic role in Manchester, we would love to hear from you.

Day-to-Day of the Role

• Act as the Responsible Person for fire management under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Fire Safety Act 2021.
• Develop, maintain, and update the Fire Policy and Fire Management Plan.
• Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with fire safety standards across repair work, investment schemes, and development projects.
• Project manage and deliver a programme of fire safety improvement works across properties.
• Manage service level agreements for fire safety equipment and undertake fire risk assessments.
• Investigate fire incidents and prepare detailed management reports.
• Ensure compliance with fire inspection programmes and manage fire compliance data for leadership and board reports.
• Serve as a key liaison between the housing association and the local Fire Authority.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A relevant Fire Safety qualification accredited by the IFE or IFSM, or equivalent.
• Professional membership of the IFE or IFSM, or equivalent.
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management, or working towards it.
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or working towards it.
• 2-3 years of experience in a property services, asset management, or fire safety/prevention role, preferably within the social housing sector.
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation and experience delivering fire safety.

To apply for this Fire Safety position, please submit your CV and detail your relevant experience and qualifications. We are looking to fill this role promptly, with interviews to be conducted on a rolling basis.