Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Fire Safety Manager on behalf of a local authority in the Derbyshire area.

The Fire Safety Manager will provide a comprehensive Fire Safety compliance service for all Council owned and similar 3^rd party customers’ buildings and land, being the key advisor to the Corporate Landlord on compliance of the Corporate Estate regarding Fire Safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive Fire Safety compliance service for all Council owned and similar 3^rd party customers’ buildings and land
• Provide comprehensive expert advice to colleagues, duty holders and customers to ensure the legislative duties under approved document B and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) order 2005 are discharged effectively
• Develop policies, processes and procedures that improve and manage fire compliance and support the Councils Corporate Landlord approach.
• Be the accountable fire expert in the planning and delivery of all building, construction and maintenance projects
• Take responsibility for all aspects of fire risk assessments and remedial construction or maintenance work within corporate buildings arising out of such assessments.
• Provide the focal point for fire safety and compliance consultations and advice, providing a high degree of independent decision making and professionalism.
• Prepare technical reports and supporting information for chief officers, clients, other teams and end users.
• Carry out feasibility and high level reports including budget costing.

 Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Fire Engineering or Fire Safety Management
• Full membership of MIFE
• Knowledge and application of most recent standards for fire safety management including BS 7974, BS9999, approved document B and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) order 2005.
• Extensive experience in providing technical direction with regard to fire safety management
• Experience of managing and ensuring building compliance according to fire safety regulations, professional guidance and good practice.