About this role
This permanent Fire Safety Manager role in Ipswich covers fire safety compliance, risk management and improvement programmes across a substantial residential property portfolio. You will lead and manage a team of Fire Safety Surveyors, overseeing performance, training and development, and ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act and the Building Safety Act. Responsibilities also include developing and implementing fire safety policies, strategies and risk assessments across residential properties, managing external contractors, consultants, procurement processes and project delivery, and ensuring fire risk assessments, inspections and remedial works meet the required standards.
Job Description
and#55357;and#56508; Position: Fire Safety Manager
and#55356;and#57314; Sector: Housing & Property Management
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Safety Manager to take the lead on fire safety compliance, risk management and improvement programmes across a substantial residential property portfolio.
We are seeking a highly skilled professional with extensive knowledge of fire safety legislation, residential building compliance and the management of large-scale fire safety projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of Fire Safety Surveyors, overseeing performance, training and development.
- Ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Act and Building Safety Act.
- Develop and implement fire safety policies, strategies and risk assessments across residential properties.
- Oversee a significant fire safety improvement programme with a budget of approximately £10 million.
- Manage external contractors, consultants, procurement processes and project delivery.
- Ensure fire risk assessments, inspections and remedial works are completed to the required standards.
- Oversee fire doors, alarm systems, emergency lighting, sprinklers and other essential fire safety measures.
- Maintain accurate compliance records and the Golden Thread of building safety information.
- Work closely with fire and rescue services, regulatory bodies and key stakeholders.
- Deliver reports, presentations and technical advice to senior management.
- Drive continuous improvement in fire safety standards, resident engagement and building compliance.
and#9989; Minimum of 5 years' technical professional experience.
and#9989; Proven experience managing fire safety within residential properties.
and#9989; Expert knowledge of fire safety legislation, regulations and compliance requirements.
and#9989; Experience managing fire safety programmes across multiple sites.
and#9989; Strong leadership, project management and budget management skills.
and#9989; Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management abilities.
Desirable Qualifications
- IFE Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety.
- NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety.
- Experience undertaking Fire Risk Assessments.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring resident safety, maintaining statutory compliance and implementing long-term fire safety strategies.
Interested? If you are an experienced Fire Safety Manager looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
and#55357;and#56553; Contact MD2 Recruitment Ltd for a confidential discussion or to submit your CV.