Fire Safety Officer

Who You Are

• Specialist knowledge of fire safety legislation and its application to housing


• Understanding of fire safety management and maintenance operations


• Knowledge of Fire Risk Assessment processes (PAS 79), building construction, and stakeholder engagement


• Experience with report writing, and emerging fire safety and building safety legislation


• Minimum 3 years' experience in the fire safety sector or similar


• Experience in managing or advising on fire safety in medium to large organizations


• Fire safety qualification, NEBOSH or similar recognized Fire Safety Certificate Level 3 or 4


• Member of a recognized professional body like IFE, IFSM, IFPO with evidence of Continuing Professional Development


• Excellent communication, analytical abilities, and proficiency in using MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel


• Commitment to improving fire safety with a person-centered approach

What the Job Involves

• Manage all aspects of fire safety across the Council housing assets


• Provide operational fire safety management for Council-owned and managed housing assets


• Conduct fire risk assessments and ensure the FRA programme is delivered on time


• Ensure compliance with legislation using performance data, risk assessments, and audits


• Act as a subject matter expert in fire safety and support the Housing Fire Risk Management Policy


• Liaise with managers and staff to implement fire safety standards and initiatives


• Deputise for the Senior Fire Safety Officer when necessary


• Provide training, advice, and guidance on fire safety legislation


• Collaborate with teams to deliver fire safety improvement projects


• Develop relationships with key stakeholders, including fire enforcement bodies and partners


• Prepare and present reports on fire safety-related matters


• Deliver expert technical knowledge to manage compliance across all assets


• Work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required to meet service needs