Senior Fire Safety Adviser

Job responsibilities

Carry out Fire Risk Assessments / Audits in line with the requirement of the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 an assist in the management of Action Plans arising from such inspections. Produce safety reports, clear, measurable and timetabled action plans and ensure that all documents are readily available, up to date and accurate.

Maintain comprehensive, accurate and up to date Fire Safety Plans.

Devise and implement strategies for an adequate response to fire emergencies which must ensure the safe evacuation of patients, visitors and staff.

Ensure that a programme of regular fire drills is implemented across the organisation and that appropriate records are maintained.

Monitor all fire incidents and unwanted fire signals and report all fire incidents in accordance with NHS protocols and actively work to reduce the number of accidental and unnecessary actuations of the active fire detection and alarm systems.

Assist with the investigation of serious fire incidents and with the provision of detailed reports itemising causes / consequences / remedial action etc. for the Board Level Director for fire.

Provide comprehensive Fire Safety advice to the Trust and external design consultants in relation to the design and fire precaution requirements, working closely with Projects teams to ensure Fire Safety compliance is adhered to for all new builds, refurbishment and minor works.

Assist in the monitoring planned maintenance programme for all passive and active systems

Ensure that all organisations working on Trust premises, including contractors, consultants and key stakeholders are conversant with and complying with Trust Policy and Procedures.

To liaise with key stakeholders, the Fire Service and Trust appointed consultants to obtain advice and clear guidance on developing a plan of action of dealing with a fire emergency leading to relevant changes being made to the fire strategy or policy ensuring it is up to date and relevant.

Assist with the development and maintenance of relevant files to record matters in relation to fire safety for each premises within the organisation, including Fire Risk Assessments; notices issued or served on the Trust; policies and procedures; drawings / plans, etc.

Along with the ADFS, be responsible for identifying, investigating, and delivering strategic improvements that will enhance the quality and value of services delivered by the Directorate or the Trust and deliver long-term benefits to the Trust.

Developing policy, strategy and best practice to support the Trusts Mission, Values and Strategic Objectives.

To line manage members of the Fire Safety team as required.

(Please refer to the job description for a full range of duties and responsivities)

As a dynamic and values-driven Senior Fire Safety Officer, you will be committed to collaborative working and passionate about the equality, diversity and inclusion agenda. You will be a vision-led individual with a strong desire to make a difference and help steer our Trust into the future.

Does this job excite you but you feel as though you dont have experience in all of the areas listed in this Job Description, or that your skills and qualifications dont perfectly meet the requirements? We would welcome applications from under-represented groups in this sector such as women and BAME candidates.

At ELFT Estates, we are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if youre passionate about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every criterion or qualification in the job description, we actively encourage you to apply or to reach out for a conversation. You could be just the person that we are looking for.

David Stevens Director of Estates, Facilities and Capital Development"

Education, Training & qualifications

Essential

• Minimum GIFireE qualification or equivalent Fire Safety qualification with a relevant background in Fire Safety management.
• Member of relevant bodies (e.g. NAHFO; IFE; IOSH etc.)
• Detailed knowledge of relevant legislation & regulation in relation to fire safety.
• Highly specialist expert knowledge of fire safety management.
• Evidence of competence and continuing professional development

Desirable

• Educated to Post Graduate Diploma / Masters level.
• Formal professional registration with external body (e.g. IFE / IFSM etc.).

Previous Experience

Essential

• Fire Management experience within a large service organisation or Fire Authority
• Experience of the effective application of Fire Safety legislation, regulation, policies, practices and procedures.
• Experience of delivering and facilitating training programmes
• Experience of conducting Fire Risk Assessments and inspections. Demonstrable experience of applying risk assessment process and the development of prioritised risk registers and action plans

Desirable

• Experience of FS management within the NHS.
• - Experience in project management. - Experience of risk management database systems. - Experience of using databases and spreadsheets. Trained and competent in Fire Safety design

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and a good understanding of current fire legislation and best practice. HTMs and FSO etc. and able to keep abreast of developments / advancements in Fire Safety
• Knowledge / understanding of confidentiality issues.
• An understanding of the Trust values.

Desirable

• Knowledge of clinical governance; NHS agenda; plans and strategy.
• Experience of working in a culturally diverse area. Good at working with all partnership groups to include contractors as well as clinical colleagues

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral / written) to a high standard. Report, letter, memo and minute writing skills.
• Ability to carry out in depth investigations of adverse events.
• A flexibile approach to work with the ability to work under pressure; work to deadlines and to prioritise workload under own initiative.
• Organisational, managerial and leadership skills with the ability to lead and be part of a team
• Proven ability to deal effectively with difficult and sensitive situations
• Presentation, negotiation and persuasion skills to drive forward change in practice and procedure
• ICT literacy - competent and proficient in Windows based applications.
• Ability to use data and information effectively to set and monitor performance
• Visibly demonstrates supportive and emotionally intelligent leadership. Empathy & patience are required within this role.

Desirable

• Ability to develop a systematic approach to problem solving to enhance performance

Other requirements

Essential

• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands.
• Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action.
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Knowledge of equalities issues and strong commitment to the promotion of equality in employment.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).