Fire Safety

Fire Safety Officer 

Location - DA2

Full time 37.5hrs per week 

Temp booking - 3 months 

My client, a healthcare provider, are looking for an experienced Fire Safety Officer to deliver the provision of a comprehensive and effective Fire Safety service.

Key responsibilities 

• Ensure there is compliance with all regulatory provisions regarding Fire Safety in all Trust owned or operated properties.

• Conduct a program of fire risk assessments to the standard of appropriate fire and building safety regulations and making sure that clear, accurate records are maintained of these.  

• Ensure that all areas have local plans in place detailing the actions they must take in the event of a fire, making sure that these are reviewed regularly and fully understood by staff. 

•  Conduct a comprehensive program of fire drills to ensure staff preparedness. 

• Investigate all incidents of fires and fire alarm actuations.

• Formulate and deliver a suitable program of Fire Safety training to a workforce of approximately 4500 staff.

• Identifying the most suitable providers for and purchasing relevant required equipment to meet needs of compliancy regarding Fire Risk Assessments.

The successful candidate will need: 

• Previous experience in a Fire Safety Officer role within a healthcare setting. 
• Experience of preparing and delivering training courses. 
• The ability to be flexible with working patterns (not often, but sometimes an evening/weekend shift)
• A full UK drivers licence.