Fire Safety Partner

The Works; Coleshill CP; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% colleague discount

Access to exclusive online discounts

Enhanced family leave

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Early wage access

Share scheme

24/7 support for employees

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Job summary

The Works is seeking a Fire Safety Leader to oversee assessments and ensure compliance across multiple stores. This role involves visiting sites to identify risks and support high safety standards, translating legislation into actionable steps.

Key qualifications include a NEBOSH certificate in fire safety or equivalent, experience in multi-site environments, and a full UK driving license. The position includes travel and offers various perks, including a colleague discount and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting Fire Risk Assessments.
• Understanding of UK Fire Safety legislation and health & safety principles.
• Ability to produce structured reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and review Fire Risk Assessments.
• Identify risks and propose improvements.
• Support safety standards across stores.
• Translate legislation into actionable steps.

Skills

Fire Risk Assessments

UK Fire Safety legislation

Health & Safety principles

Reporting using Word and Excel

Clear communication

Organization

Education

NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety or Level 3 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment

NEBOSH General Certificate (or working towards)

Job description

Location

We have two positions available in our new structure – one in the North and one in the South. The role requires traveling to stores across your region and staying connected to our Support Centre in Coleshill, Birmingham.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety or a Level 3 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment
• Full UK Driving Licence

Responsibilities

• Lead on fire safety across stores – conduct and review Fire Risk Assessments.
• Visit retail sites to identify risks, capture insights, and propose actionable improvements.
• Support stores in maintaining high safety standards – from fire safety controls to everyday health and safety practices.
• Translate legislation and guidance into clear, workable steps for store teams.
• Build confidence and understanding across teams, turning safety into a part of daily work rather than a tick‑box exercise.
• Spot, escalate, and follow through on risks, ensuring actions are completed to the right standard.
• Conduct post‑incident reviews to identify root causes and strengthen prevention.
• Partner with Store Managers, Area Managers and Maintenance teams, becoming a trusted, practical voice.

Skills and Behaviours

• Experience carrying out Fire Risk Assessments
• Strong understanding of UK Fire Safety legislation and its practical application.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety principles.
• Ability to produce clear, structured reports using Word and Excel.
• Strong organisation, attention to detail, and clear, confident communication.
• Comfortable working across multiple sites, including travel and some overnight stays.
• Desirable: NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (or working towards), experience in a multi‑site or retail environment.

Perks and Benefits

• 25% colleague discount.
• Access to exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities, tech and more.
• Family‑friendly leave with enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays; option to purchase additional days.
• Can‑Do Academy – training and development opportunities.
• Early wage access – claim up to 50% of wages as you earn them.
• Share scheme – own a piece of The Works.
• 24/7 support for you and your family through the Retail Trust and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Healthcare cash plan and optional charity giving.
• Long service awards, pension, life assurance, cycle to work and more.

Diversity and Inclusion

At The Works we are proud to have an inclusive culture where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. Our roles are open to all, including under‑represented groups such as ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, carers and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are open to discussions around working hours and flexible working, and we will try to support reasonable adjustments for an interview if needed.