Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Wrightington Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals. This is a busy and varied role, requiring specialist knowledge in the area of fire safety, as well as broad knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety.
To develop and maintain an environment, which will reduce the risk of harm to patients / clients, their relatives / carers and other healthcare personnel, through programmes of risk assessments and inspections in compliance with legislative frameworks, education programmes and awareness raising.
To develop, implement and monitor a cohesive, whole systems Fire Safety Strategy that embraces all legal, ethical and moral responsibilities of the organisation.
Protect the safety and well-being of patients, staff, visitors and the organisation, through the provision of leadership; advice and support to staff at all levels, enabling the delivery of local and National Fire Safety Management initiatives.
To promote the implementation of guidance produced by the Fire and Rescue Service, Local Authority Building Control, Health and Safety Executive, CQC, NHSLA, Insurance parties and other relevant enforcement agencies.
To establish and maintain communications and good working relationships to promote and respond to Fire Safety issues.
In addition to all staff in the department as per the structure chart you will also be required to liaise and work closely with all staff in the Trust and all relevant external statutory bodies.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to take a leading role within the Estates Governance and Risk team to deliver a highly effective service to managers and staff, which will enable them to fulfil their fire safety responsibilities. This will include liaising with staff to understand fire safety needs and delivery timetables, providing expert advice in relation to all fire safety matters, ensuring that the Trust operates within the relevant legal and ethical frameworks, and raising fire safety awareness within the Trust, through a developed fire safety training strategy.
The role requires that the postholder provide specialist advice to the Estates Capital Team on the fire safety measures required on new builds / refurbishment of existing properties / estate. Liaison with Building Control Officers / Approved inspectors and relevant Local Fire Authorities is another key part of the role, as is the completion of suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments.
A high standard of organisational skills is required, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills and you will need to be proactive and approachable. You will need to be able to collate organisation wide plans in relation to this area of expertise, and work both independently and as part of a team to achieve the goals and objectives set. The post holder must be able and be prepared to travel between the Trust sites. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
About us
Choose Well - Choose WWL
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
The Fire Safety Manager is the Responsible Person within the Trust and accountable under the RRFSO 2005 for all aspects of fire safety and fire safety management and is the subject matter expert in this specialist field. The Fire Safety Manager is responsible for providing expert advice and assurance on all matters of fire safety, serving the needs of Wrightington Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WWL).
Key results from the job holder
The advice provided by the Fire Safety Manager will ensure the Trust remains on the correct side of the legal process by ensuring that the Trust is compliant with all statutory and regulatory provisions and associated guidance relating to fire safety, specifically, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the HTM Suite of Guidance Documents, relevant British Standards, and associated statutory provisions.
The role requires close working with enforcement agencies, Local Authority, Divisional Triumvirates and senior management teams across the Trust. In addition, the post holder is responsible for providing comprehensive support and advice to the Estates Capital Team and overall management of fire safety projects, policies / procedures, and fire safety improvement initiatives.
The Fire Safety Manager will manage and monitor fire safety aspects of schemes, initiatives, and projects on behalf of the Estates & Facilities Team including changes to infrastructure, backlog maintenance, major capital works, minor new works, dilapidation & condition surveys, environmental initiatives, and day-to-day maintenance issues. As a member of the Estates and Facilities team they will contribute to the systems and processes for management and delivery of the capital programme, and subsequently contribute to the development and execution of an Estates & Facilities site and Service Strategy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
The Fire Safety Manager is the Responsible Person within the Trust and accountable under the RRFSO 2005 for all aspects of fire safety and fire safety management and is the subject matter expert in this specialist field. The Fire Safety Manager is responsible for providing expert advice and assurance on all matters of fire safety, serving the needs of Wrightington Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WWL).
Key results from the job holder
The advice provided by the Fire Safety Manager will ensure the Trust remains on the correct side of the legal process by ensuring that the Trust is compliant with all statutory and regulatory provisions and associated guidance relating to fire safety, specifically, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the HTM Suite of Guidance Documents, relevant British Standards, and associated statutory provisions.
The role requires close working with enforcement agencies, Local Authority, Divisional Triumvirates and senior management teams across the Trust. In addition, the post holder is responsible for providing comprehensive support and advice to the Estates Capital Team and overall management of fire safety projects, policies / procedures, and fire safety improvement initiatives.
The Fire Safety Manager will manage and monitor fire safety aspects of schemes, initiatives, and projects on behalf of the Estates & Facilities Team including changes to infrastructure, backlog maintenance, major capital works, minor new works, dilapidation & condition surveys, environmental initiatives, and day-to-day maintenance issues. As a member of the Estates and Facilities team they will contribute to the systems and processes for management and delivery of the capital programme, and subsequently contribute to the development and execution of an Estates & Facilities site and Service Strategy.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree qualification relating to Fire Safety and / or equivalent experience in healthcare fire safety.
- "Fire Safety in the Design and Management in Healthcare Premises qualification".
- Extensive understanding of health and safety legislation and its application within a healthcare environment.
- Recognised training qualification.
- A member of a professional institute, such as: the Institution of Fire Engineers, Institute of Fire Safety Managers or IOSH.
Desirable
- Qualification in Leadership and Management.
- A minimum of five years membership of the National Association of Healthcare Fire Officers.
- Accredited Fire Risk Assessor e.g. TFRAR.
- Qualified to NEBOSH Diploma level and/or equivalent or CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in fire safety enforcement, as it relates to healthcare.
- Experience of working with Building Control and Approved Inspectors.
- Experience of leading and managing staff.
- Experienced in the use of Risk Management techniques and processes.
- Competence in the production of fire safety audits and risk assessments.
- Ability to develop and deliver effective training programmes, both written and orally.
- Experience of undertaking investigations and preparing reports on fire incidents.
Desirable
- Experience of Healthcare Fire Safety.
- Experience in the sponsorship of project works to address non-compliance with fire and H&S legislation.
- Evidence of managing resources and procuring items.
- Experience of bespoke fire safety software systems.
Skills
Essential
- High levels of probity, diplomacy and confidentiality.
- Responsive and customer focused.
- Ability to create / modify / interpret computer aided design (CAD) drawings.
- Excellent project management skills including an ability to lead on projects which may be uncertain and subject to constant change.
- Effective inter-personal, influencing and communication skills and an ability to deal with staff at all levels.
- Excellent report writing and Communication skills.
- Excellent PC skills (Range of MS Office).
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Able to meet deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of Fire legislation, thorough working knowledge of all relevant statutes, codes of practise, British Standards, Health Technical Memorandums and Building Regulations.
- Demonstrable evidence of continued professional development in the respective field.
Desirable
- Knowledge of fire engineering principles.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Willingness to undertake appropriate training to enhance skills.
- Able to work flexible hours and shift patterns when required.
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload and that of others under their management responsibilities, self-motivated & enthusiastic.
- Resilient and composed.
- Good time management.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Resourceful and imaginative.
- Willingness to travel and stay away for training requirements and conferences.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree qualification relating to Fire Safety and / or equivalent experience in healthcare fire safety.
- "Fire Safety in the Design and Management in Healthcare Premises qualification".
- Extensive understanding of health and safety legislation and its application within a healthcare environment.
- Recognised training qualification.
- A member of a professional institute, such as: the Institution of Fire Engineers, Institute of Fire Safety Managers or IOSH.
Desirable
- Qualification in Leadership and Management.
- A minimum of five years membership of the National Association of Healthcare Fire Officers.
- Accredited Fire Risk Assessor e.g. TFRAR.
- Qualified to NEBOSH Diploma level and/or equivalent or CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in fire safety enforcement, as it relates to healthcare.
- Experience of working with Building Control and Approved Inspectors.
- Experience of leading and managing staff.
- Experienced in the use of Risk Management techniques and processes.
- Competence in the production of fire safety audits and risk assessments.
- Ability to develop and deliver effective training programmes, both written and orally.
- Experience of undertaking investigations and preparing reports on fire incidents.
Desirable
- Experience of Healthcare Fire Safety.
- Experience in the sponsorship of project works to address non-compliance with fire and H&S legislation.
- Evidence of managing resources and procuring items.
- Experience of bespoke fire safety software systems.
Skills
Essential
- High levels of probity, diplomacy and confidentiality.
- Responsive and customer focused.
- Ability to create / modify / interpret computer aided design (CAD) drawings.
- Excellent project management skills including an ability to lead on projects which may be uncertain and subject to constant change.
- Effective inter-personal, influencing and communication skills and an ability to deal with staff at all levels.
- Excellent report writing and Communication skills.
- Excellent PC skills (Range of MS Office).
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Able to meet deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of Fire legislation, thorough working knowledge of all relevant statutes, codes of practise, British Standards, Health Technical Memorandums and Building Regulations.
- Demonstrable evidence of continued professional development in the respective field.
Desirable
- Knowledge of fire engineering principles.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Willingness to undertake appropriate training to enhance skills.
- Able to work flexible hours and shift patterns when required.
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload and that of others under their management responsibilities, self-motivated & enthusiastic.
- Resilient and composed.
- Good time management.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Resourceful and imaginative.
- Willingness to travel and stay away for training requirements and conferences.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
