Interim fire safety consultant

GS2 Partnership; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in Manchester is looking for an Interim Fire Safety Consultant to lead fire safety compliance initiatives. This role requires someone with significant experience in social housing fire safety management and in-depth knowledge of fire safety regulation. You will oversee actions from Fire Risk Assessments, ensure compliance with the Fire Safety Order, and manage fire safety inspections. This is a critical role aimed at elevating fire safety standards across their residential properties.

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing or residential fire safety management.
• Expert knowledge of the Fire Safety Order 2005 and related UK standards.
• Ability to oversee and complete actions from Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs).

Responsibilities

• Oversee completion of actions from Fire Risk Assessments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation.
• Manage fire safety inspections and audits.
• Provide technical advice on fire safety issues.

Skills

Fire Safety Management

Compliance with fire safety legislation

Conducting fire safety audits

Technical fire safety advice

Job description

Interim Fire Safety Consultant – High-Impact Role

The Opportunity : Drive Fire Safety Excellence Now

A prominent Housing Association requires an energetic Interim Fire Safety Consultant to spearhead their operational and strategic fire safety compliance programs.

This high-profile, delivery-focused interim position demands someone who can immediately elevate fire safety standards across their residential portfolio, particularly in high-rise blocks. If you are passionate about Fire safety and compliance, apply now.

What You Will Deliver (Key Focus) :

FRA Remediation: Oversee and accelerate the effective completion of all actions arising from Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), tracking progress rigorously.

Compliance: Ensure absolute compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and related legislation, including the Fire Safety Act 2021.

Inspections & Audits: Manage a robust program of fire safety inspections, audits, and checks (e.g., compartmentation surveys, fire door inspections).

Technical Advice: Provide expert, pragmatic guidance on fire safety issues to maintenance teams, capital works, and asset management.

You Must Have :

Social Housing / Residential Experience in a dedicated Fire Safety Management role.

Expert knowledge of the FSO 2005 and related UK fire safety standards (e.g., BS 9991, Approved Document B).