Job summary
Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Fire Safety Advisor to join the Health, Safety, Fire & Security Team. The role will be working across all sites of DHCFT within Derbyshire. The post holder will support the Head of Health & Safety, Fire and Security in relation to fire safety issues with specific reference to the NHS Firecode standards and the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
The successful candidate will provide professional advice on all fire safety / prevention matters relating to staff, patients and premises. To undertake Specialist Fire Safety Risk Assessments, fire evacuation procedures and to provide specialist advice to the Trust Fire Safety Manager. The post holder will also develop and deliver fire safety training in line with the training needs analysis for the Trust, this will include face to face, e-learning and fire evacuation training to ensure compliance with all relevant Fire Safety legislation and guidance, in particular the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and related Department of Health, Health Technical Memorandums (Firecode). The above will apply to all Trust sites including areas that work in other Trusts buildings.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide professional advice on all fire safety / prevention matters relating to staff and premises.
To undertake fire safety inspections, fire risk assessments, fire evacuation procedures, fire incident investigations and to provide fire safety advice to all staff.
The post holder will also develop and deliver fire safety training in line with the training needs analysis for the Trust, this will include face to face, e-learning and fire evacuation training to ensure compliance with all relevant Fire Safety legislation and guidance, in particular the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and related Department of Health, Health Technical Memorandums (Firecode). The above will apply to all Trust sites including areas that work in other Trusts buildings.
About us
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."
Benefits include:
- Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
- 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
- Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
- Health service discounts and online benefits
- Incremental pay progression
- Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
- Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
- Structured learning and development opportunities
- Relocation package may be available
Job description
Job responsibilities
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- Specialist Fire Safety Advisor to the Trust
- Undertake Specialist Fire Safety Risk Assessments
- Develop and Deliver Fire Training to all employees
- Develop and implement Policy and procedures
- Provide Specialist advice to all capital projects as required
- Undertake a programme of Fire Evacuations annually
- Fire Incident Investigations
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA.
We take pride in our People First Culture which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work.
We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification, please click ON APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site, you will need to register if you do not already have an account
- Specialist Fire Safety Advisor to the Trust
- Undertake Specialist Fire Safety Risk Assessments
- Develop and Deliver Fire Training to all employees
- Develop and implement Policy and procedures
- Provide Specialist advice to all capital projects as required
- Undertake a programme of Fire Evacuations annually
- Fire Incident Investigations
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA.
We take pride in our People First Culture which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work.
We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.
Person Specification
Attainment & Qualification
Essential
- Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent level of fire safety management competency
- Professional qualification in discipline related to fire engineering or safety
- Experience of further academic/personal development
- Proven knowledge of the fire risk assessment process
Desirable
- Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers or Institute of Fire Prevention Officers
- Member of the National Association of Healthcare Fire Officers
- Qualified training instructor
- Holder of NEBOSH (Gen Cert) or CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention
- Basic Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Skills
Essential
- Effective influencing and communication skills and an ability to deal with staff at all levels
- Good report writing skills
- Good standard IT skills e.g. Microsoft Office
- Ability to develop and deliver effective training programmes, both written and orally
- Ability to work as part of a team & independently
- Able to meet deadlines
- Able to translate mandatory regulations and advisory guidance into advice that is both sound and practical
- Ability to assimilate, analyse & present data
- Ability to assess risks; identifies necessary actions; make recommendations and ensure action plans have been implemented.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive fire safety/prevention experience gained in Fire Brigade/Armed Forces/ Healthcare and/or Local Fire Authority or comparable industrial organisation
- Proven knowledge of Healthcare Fire Safety: Firecode
- Thorough detailed knowledge of Fire Safety legislation and management systems
- Experience in the development and delivery of training courses
- Experience of undertaking investigations and preparing reports on fire incidents
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of Fire code and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, its practical implications and application.
- Practical knowledge and familiar with the interpretation of the Building Regulations
- Working knowledge of: fire safety, fire risk management and risk techniques, fire legislation, relevant statues, codes of practice, British Standards and fire safety training
- Working proven knowledge of the types of hazardous and toxic chemicals and materials including radioactive sources and substances that are present within premises.
- Willingness to undertake appropriate training to enhance skills and professional development, where necessary travelling and staying away
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload, self-motivated & enthusiastic with a proactive approach to problem solving
- Good time management
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to motivate others and to deliver to sometimes challenging outcomes
- Engage with external clients/partners/stakeholders (e.g. Patients, Health and Social Care Practitioners, individuals and representatives bodies) to gain their necessary level of contribution & commitment to the successful delivery of your work.
- Good team player
Desirable
- Experience in the sponsorship of project works to address non-compliance with fire and H & S legislation
- Experience in the use of Risk Management techniques and processes
- Knowledge of Risk Management techniques
- Development of fire related policies, procedures, protocols and strategies
- Understanding of Landlord - Tenant relationships under Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Values
Essential
- People First
- Respect
- Honesty
- Do your best
Person Specification
Attainment & Qualification
Essential
- Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent level of fire safety management competency
- Professional qualification in discipline related to fire engineering or safety
- Experience of further academic/personal development
- Proven knowledge of the fire risk assessment process
Desirable
- Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers or Institute of Fire Prevention Officers
- Member of the National Association of Healthcare Fire Officers
- Qualified training instructor
- Holder of NEBOSH (Gen Cert) or CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention
- Basic Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Skills
Essential
- Effective influencing and communication skills and an ability to deal with staff at all levels
- Good report writing skills
- Good standard IT skills e.g. Microsoft Office
- Ability to develop and deliver effective training programmes, both written and orally
- Ability to work as part of a team & independently
- Able to meet deadlines
- Able to translate mandatory regulations and advisory guidance into advice that is both sound and practical
- Ability to assimilate, analyse & present data
- Ability to assess risks; identifies necessary actions; make recommendations and ensure action plans have been implemented.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive fire safety/prevention experience gained in Fire Brigade/Armed Forces/ Healthcare and/or Local Fire Authority or comparable industrial organisation
- Proven knowledge of Healthcare Fire Safety: Firecode
- Thorough detailed knowledge of Fire Safety legislation and management systems
- Experience in the development and delivery of training courses
- Experience of undertaking investigations and preparing reports on fire incidents
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of Fire code and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, its practical implications and application.
- Practical knowledge and familiar with the interpretation of the Building Regulations
- Working knowledge of: fire safety, fire risk management and risk techniques, fire legislation, relevant statues, codes of practice, British Standards and fire safety training
- Working proven knowledge of the types of hazardous and toxic chemicals and materials including radioactive sources and substances that are present within premises.
- Willingness to undertake appropriate training to enhance skills and professional development, where necessary travelling and staying away
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload, self-motivated & enthusiastic with a proactive approach to problem solving
- Good time management
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to motivate others and to deliver to sometimes challenging outcomes
- Engage with external clients/partners/stakeholders (e.g. Patients, Health and Social Care Practitioners, individuals and representatives bodies) to gain their necessary level of contribution & commitment to the successful delivery of your work.
- Good team player
Desirable
- Experience in the sponsorship of project works to address non-compliance with fire and H & S legislation
- Experience in the use of Risk Management techniques and processes
- Knowledge of Risk Management techniques
- Development of fire related policies, procedures, protocols and strategies
- Understanding of Landlord - Tenant relationships under Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Values
Essential
- People First
- Respect
- Honesty
- Do your best
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.
