South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Fire Safety Advisor

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Job summary

A great opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join our Fire Safety and Security Team. As part of the team you will assist in the delivery of all practical elements of the fire safety management strategy to ensure the Trust is compliant.

The post holder will form a key position within the Fire Safety Team as a Band 5 Fire Advisor and will have responsibility to assist with the day to day fire safety management across all Trust sites.

You will work alongside key stake holders to ensure the Trust meets the legal requirements placed upon it under the Fire Regulatory Reform Order.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for assisting in the day to day delivery of a comprehensive and effective fire safety service across the whole of the Trust.

To ensure there is compliance with statutory regulations for fire safety in all Trust owned properties.

Deliver ongoing fire safety training to a workforce of approx. 8500.

Assist in communicating policies and procedures and all issues associated with fire safety to management and staff.

Respond to fire alarm activations on main hospital sites to assist the Trust fire teams when available. If required during normal working hours, proceed to Trust owned properties to help deal with any fire incident reported.

Undertake comprehensive fire risk assessment in complex hospital buildings working to standards contained in Health Technical Memorandums, HTMs, Building Regulations and other relevant documentation in order to ensure buildings comply with current legislation.

Fire safety audit work.

As required provide an effective and efficient advisory service to Estates Dept, CHoICE on new and refurbished Trust building schemes.

Liaise and work with other members of the Safety Team to achieve the teams safety objectives.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

16 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CRAC-1024-39

Job locations

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

To assist in the delivery of a fire safety service across the whole of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust premises. This will include working from 2 main hospital sites at South Tyneside District Hospital and Sunderland Royal Hospital. The main focus of the work will involve providing comprehensive fire risk assessments for complex premises and delivery of fire training to all Trust staff.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Other Requirements

Essential

Flexibility in working across all areas of the Trust.
Full driving licence and ability to drive as required between Trust sites and community premises.

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience in Fire Safety.
Experience of preparing and delivering fire training courses.
Experience of working across organisational boundaries to improve standards.
Experience of working with external agencies and influencing change.
Experience and knowledge of undertaking Fire Risk Assessments.
Knowledge of:
Fire safety
Fire risk management
Fire legislation and codes of practice
Ability to undertake fire safety audits
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable

Experience of carrying out audits & inspections and incident investigations.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Excellent effective interpersonal and communication Skills.
Fire Safety experience in the workplace.
Evidence of continual professional development.
Ability to deliver training programmes

Desirable

Practical knowledge and interpretation of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Qualifications

Essential

Science or engineering-based education; or extensive experience in fire safety.
Certificate in training practice or extensive experience of preparing and delivering fire safety training.
Have an in depth knowledge of FIRECODE and Building Regulations Approved Document B (fire safety) in order to advise Estates/CHoICE Department on all aspects of fire safety during building projects.
IT literate.

Desirable

Fire engineering/fire safety degree or other relevant academic qualification.
Experience of working in Healthcare Fire Safety.
Registered as a fire risk assessor with a recognised accreditation body.
Membership of a professional organisation for example the Institution of Fire Engineers IFE, Institute of Fire Prevention Officers (IFPO).
Training in healthcare fire safety

Person Specification

Other Requirements

Essential

Flexibility in working across all areas of the Trust.
Full driving licence and ability to drive as required between Trust sites and community premises.

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience in Fire Safety.
Experience of preparing and delivering fire training courses.
Experience of working across organisational boundaries to improve standards.
Experience of working with external agencies and influencing change.
Experience and knowledge of undertaking Fire Risk Assessments.
Knowledge of:
Fire safety
Fire risk management
Fire legislation and codes of practice
Ability to undertake fire safety audits
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable

Experience of carrying out audits & inspections and incident investigations.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Excellent effective interpersonal and communication Skills.
Fire Safety experience in the workplace.
Evidence of continual professional development.
Ability to deliver training programmes

Desirable

Practical knowledge and interpretation of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Qualifications

Essential

Science or engineering-based education; or extensive experience in fire safety.
Certificate in training practice or extensive experience of preparing and delivering fire safety training.
Have an in depth knowledge of FIRECODE and Building Regulations Approved Document B (fire safety) in order to advise Estates/CHoICE Department on all aspects of fire safety during building projects.
IT literate.

Desirable

Fire engineering/fire safety degree or other relevant academic qualification.
Experience of working in Healthcare Fire Safety.
Registered as a fire risk assessor with a recognised accreditation body.
Membership of a professional organisation for example the Institution of Fire Engineers IFE, Institute of Fire Prevention Officers (IFPO).
Training in healthcare fire safety