Senior Fire Safety Manager

Thomas Gray; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Gray is partnering with a prominent housing organisation to appoint a Senior Fire Safety Manager. The role provides strategic leadership, shaping the organisation's fire safety strategy and working with senior stakeholders across assets, development and operations.

The successful candidate will oversee fire risk assessments, ensure UK compliance, and develop forward-looking policies while mentoring a team of specialists. A strong track record in social housing fire safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in fire safety within social housing or similar properties.
• NEBOSH Fire certificate or IFE membership (or equivalent).
• Extensive experience with fire risk assessments and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to advise senior leadership and translate legislation into practical outcomes.
• Strong leadership, reporting, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic fire risk assessment programme across a diverse portfolio.
• Ensure statutory compliance with current UK fire safety legislation.
• Lead development and implementation of fire safety policies and strategies.
• Manage remediation actions, inspections and contractor delivery.
• Lead, mentor and build capability within a team of fire safety professionals.
• Interface with external fire authorities and regulators.

Skills

Fire safety

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Contractor management

Education

NEBOSH Fire

IFE membership

Job description

We are partnering with a prominent, well-established housing organisation managing a substantial residential portfolio as they appoint a Senior Fire Safety Manager to provide strategic leadership, technical assurance and operational expertise across their fire safety function.

This newly created mandate offers an experienced fire safety professional the platform to take a lead role in shaping the organisation's fire safety strategy, working closely alongside senior stakeholders, asset management, development and frontline operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic fire risk assessment programme across a diverse property portfolio
• Ensure statutory compliance with current UK fire safety legislation and evolving regulatory standards
• Lead the development and implementation of forward-looking fire safety policies, procedures and strategies
• Manage remediation actions, inspections and specialist contractor delivery to maintain high safety standards
• Lead, mentor and build capability across a dedicated team of specialist fire safety professionals
• Act as the key technical interface for external stakeholders, fire authorities and regulatory bodies

Candidate Profile

• Proven technical track record in fire safety, ideally gained within social housing, residential development or complex property environments
• Recognised professional fire safety qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH Fire, IFE membership or equivalent)
• Extensive experience overseeing fire risk assessments, compliance frameworks and contractor performance
• Confidence advising senior leadership and translating complex statutory legislation into clear operational outcomes
• Strong leadership capability with exceptional reporting, communication and organisational skills

The organisation offers a comprehensive package, flexible working arrangements and genuine scope for ongoing professional progression.