Specialist Fire Safety Advisor - Royal Lancaster Infirmary

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare trust as a Specialist Fire Safety Advisor at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary. This role involves providing technical expertise to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation, conducting risk assessments, and delivering training programs. Be part of a vibrant, diverse community dedicated to healthcare excellence, with opportunities for professional development and recognition.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development

Diverse and Inclusive Community

Cutting-edge Facilities

Qualifications

• Provide technical expertise on fire safety legislation.
• Conduct Fire Risk Assessments and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Advise on fire legislation and safety guidance.
• Develop and deliver fire safety training programs.
• Manage fire safety equipment and signage.

Skills

Fire Safety

Legislation

Training

Risk Assessment

Job description

Specialist Fire Safety Advisor - Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Join to apply for the Specialist Fire Safety Advisor - Royal Lancaster Infirmary role at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Role Overview

The Specialist Fire Safety Advisor will provide technical expertise to management to enable the Trust to fulfill its statutory duties under fire safety legislation. The post-holder will be the primary contact for external agencies regarding fire safety matters.

Key Responsibilities

1. Advise on fire legislation and safety guidance, including Firecode.
2. Contribute to the development of the organisation’s fire safety policy and strategy.
3. Develop and deliver fire safety training programs.
4. Liaise with enforcing authorities, primarily the local Fire and Rescue Service.
5. Conduct Fire Risk Assessments and prepare reports.
6. Perform Fire Safety Audits and report findings to management.
7. Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies on fire precautions.
8. Manage fire safety equipment, signage, and notices.
9. Advise on fire safety issues affecting new and existing premises, including specifications and maintenance.
10. Engage with the local authority Emergency Services Liaison Committee.

Why Join Us

• A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
• Cutting-edge facilities and technology
• Opportunities for continuous professional development
• A culture that values and recognizes contributions

About Our Hospitals

We operate from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH), Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH), along with community healthcare premises across Morecambe Bay.

Contact for Further Details

Name: Glyn Davies
Job Title: Head of Estates One LSC (UHMB)
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone] (prefer email)

Additional Information

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare