Lead Fire Safety Advisor — Complex Risk & Training (NHS)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Worthing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Lead Fire Safety Advisor to oversee complex fire risk assessments and provide specialist technical fire safety advice across clinical services and estates. The role guides other advisors and may deputise for the Fire Safety Manager.

Candidates with varied healthcare competency may join a development programme to achieve required NHS fire safety qualifications. Strong collaboration with clinical and facilities teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified in fire safety with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience with high-risk and complex risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Ability to communicate technical information to diverse colleagues and influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and review complex fire risk assessments
• Provide specialist technical fire safety advice
• Support the management of significant findings and actions
• Contribute to fire safety policies and procedures
• Investigate fire-related incidents
• Support fire safety training development and delivery
• Provide professional guidance to Fire Safety Advisors
• Deputise for Fire Safety Manager when required
• Collaborate with clinical services and Estates & Facilities on fire safety management

Skills

NHS fire code knowledge

Building Regulations knowledge

Fire legislation knowledge

High-risk/complex fire risk assessment

Risk management techniques

Clear communication of complex topics

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

Fire safety qualification level 4 / diploma

Recognised accredited fire risk assessor qualification

Adult teaching certificate or qualification

Evidence of CPD

Job description

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Lead Fire Safety Advisor to oversee complex fire risk assessments and provide specialist technical fire safety advice across clinical services and estates. The role guides other advisors and may deputise for the Fire Safety Manager.

Candidates with varied healthcare competency may join a development programme to achieve required NHS fire safety qualifications. Strong collaboration with clinical and facilities teams is essential.