Fire Safety Manager
Caledonian Recruitment Group Ltd
Shepherds Bush
Permanent
£55000 - £68000/annum
W127GF
Posted: 28/11/2024
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Apply on Partner SiteAre you passionate about fire safety and risk management? We’re looking for a dynamic individual to join our team, working closely with the Centre Risk Manager to ensure a safe and compliant environment. This is a key role that combines strategic oversight with operational leadership to maintain and enhance fire safety, health, and risk management systems.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
* Collaborate with the Centre Risk Manager to ensure the Fire Strategy is up to date and effectively implemented.
* Foster a culture of fire safety awareness and risk management throughout the workplace.
* Promote and maintain a healthy, safe working environment aligned with current legislation and company policies.
Tactical Oversight
* Continuously review and update the Centre Fire Risk Assessment.
* Monitor and manage inspections, servicing, and compliance of Life Safety Equipment.
* Oversee preventative maintenance, testing, and statutory requirements for fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems.
* Ensure accurate documentation for fire prevention systems, including maintenance and testing records.
* Liaise with Facilities Management to ensure fire protective equipment meets legislative and best-practice standards.
* Deliver fire safety, emergency evacuation, and Duty Manager training to staff.
Operational Execution
* Approve contractor access permits and oversee life safety-related requests (e.g., sprinkler impairments, fire alarm isolations, hot work permits).
* Monitor fire alarm activations to identify root causes and implement lessons learned.
* Use electronic reporting systems to document fire safety issues and allocate corrective actions.
* Provide cover and support during the Risk Manager’s absence.
Key Qualifications and Attributes
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate information and prioritize actions.
* Proven experience managing people and handling challenging situations.
* Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
* Commercial awareness to assess cost implications of decisions.
* Relevant industry experience (preferred but not essential) with a strong understanding of fire safety regulations.
* Knowledgeable about fire detection, suppression systems, and health and safety management systems.
* Skilled in negotiation and decision-making, with a proactive and resourceful mindset
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