Fire Safety Coordinator

Fire Safety Coordinator Nottingham £38,765 – £42,810 per annum Are you an experienced fire safety professional ready to make a meaningful impact in housing and care environments? Do you have the expertise to lead fire safety strategies, ensure compliance, and empower others with knowledge? If so, were looking for a dedicated Fire Safety Advisor to join our team and play a critical role in safeguarding lives and properties. Your Purpose: To ensure the effective implementation of fire safety policies, provide expert advice to managers, colleagues, and customers, and fulfil the statutory duties of a Competent Person under the Fire Safety Order and Building Safety Act. Your Main Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Support the Building Safety Manager (BSM) and provide advice to the Fire Safety Forum and other relevant meetings. Develop and implement NCHAs fire safety strategy, policies, procedures, and in-house training programs. Customer & Resident Engagement: Create clear fire safety guidance for residents, including engagement at consultation meetings. Ensure personal emergency evacuation plans are in place for residents unable to self-evacuate and communicate these to the Fire and Rescue Service. Compliance & Risk Management: Conduct fire risk assessments and maintain the fire risk assessment schedule. Audit fire safety policies, procedures and fire risk assessments , ensuring corrective actions are completed within required timeframes. Validate and test emergency action and business continuity plans for commercial and residential properties. Collaboration & Support: Provide technical and regulatory advice for fire safety improvement projects. Liaise with project managers, contractors, and the Fire and Rescue Service to ensure compliance during inspections and maintenance. Regulatory Responsibilities: Assist the BSM with preparing Fire and Emergency Files and Safety Cases for buildings under the Building Safety Act. Maintain up-to-date information and keys for the Fire and Rescue Service in premises boxes. Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Produce compliance reports and management information as needed. Stay updated with fire safety legislation, standards, and best practices, sharing relevant changes with stakeholders. What You Bring: Knowledge: NEBOSH Fire Certificate or equivalent qualification with ongoing professional development. Associate or Member of a relevant professional body (e.g., IFPO, IFSM, or IFE). Understanding of health and safety legislation in housing or care settings. Skills & Experience: Proven experience in fire safety management within housing, care, or related sectors such as Environmental Health or Fire and Rescue Services. Knowledge of current building techniques, the ability to interpret design drawings, and manage refurbishment or maintenance projects. Expertise in analyzing complex data for reporting and business improvement. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and deliver training programs. A proactive approach to risk management and quality assurance. Why Join Us? Youll play a pivotal role in protecting lives and ensuring safety in diverse housing and care settings. Working with a supportive and expert team dedicated to building safer communities. You will also have access to opportunities for professional development and the chance to shape fire safety strategies in a leading organisation. Ready to Lead in Fire Safety? Join us as a Fire Safety Advisor and make a lasting impact on the safety and wellbeing of our communities championing fire safety across our organisation. Apply today! TPBN1_UKTJ