Fire Safety Coordinator

Nottingham

£38,765 - £42,810 per annum

Are you an experienced fire safety professional ready to make a meaningful impact in housing and care environments? Do you have the expertise to lead fire safety strategies, ensure compliance, and empower others with knowledge?

If so, we’re looking for a dedicated Fire Safety Advisor to join our team and play a critical role in safeguarding lives and properties.

Your Purpose:

To ensure the effective implementation of fire safety policies, provide expert advice to managers, colleagues, and customers, and fulfil the statutory duties of a Competent Person under the Fire Safety Order and Building Safety Act.

Your Main Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Support the Building Safety Manager (BSM) and provide advice to the Fire Safety Forum and other relevant meetings.
• Develop and implement NCHA’s fire safety strategy, policies, procedures, and in-house training programs.

Customer & Resident Engagement:

• Create clear fire safety guidance for residents, including engagement at consultation meetings.
• Ensure personal emergency evacuation plans are in place for residents unable to self-evacuate and communicate these to the Fire and Rescue Service.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Conduct fire risk assessments and maintain the fire risk assessment schedule.
• Audit fire safety policies, procedures and fire risk assessments , ensuring corrective actions are completed within required timeframes.
• Validate and test emergency action and business continuity plans for commercial and residential properties.

Collaboration & Support:

• Provide technical and regulatory advice for fire safety improvement projects.
• Liaise with project managers, contractors, and the Fire and Rescue Service to ensure compliance during inspections and maintenance.

Regulatory Responsibilities:

• Assist the BSM with preparing Fire and Emergency Files and Safety Cases for buildings under the Building Safety Act.
• Maintain up-to-date information and keys for the Fire and Rescue Service in premises boxes.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement:

• Produce compliance reports and management information as needed.
• Stay updated with fire safety legislation, standards, and best practices, sharing relevant changes with stakeholders.

What You Bring:

Knowledge:

• NEBOSH Fire Certificate or equivalent qualification with ongoing professional development.
• Associate or Member of a relevant professional body (e.g., IFPO, IFSM, or IFE).
• Understanding of health and safety legislation in housing or care settings.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in fire safety management within housing, care, or related sectors such as Environmental Health or Fire and Rescue Services.
• Knowledge of current building techniques, the ability to interpret design drawings, and manage refurbishment or maintenance projects.
• Expertise in analyzing complex data for reporting and business improvement.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and deliver training programs.
• A proactive approach to risk management and quality assurance.

Why Join Us?

You’ll play a pivotal role in protecting lives and ensuring safety in diverse housing and care settings. Working with a supportive and expert team dedicated to building safer communities. You will also have access to opportunities for professional development and the chance to shape fire safety strategies in a leading organisation.

Ready to Lead in Fire Safety?

Join us as a Fire Safety Advisor and make a lasting impact on the safety and wellbeing of our communities championing fire safety across our organisation.

Apply today!