Fire Safety Manager in Ipswich

A leadership position responsible for ensuring full fire safety compliance across a large residential housing portfolio, including strategic oversight of fire risk management, fire engineering projects, building safety compliance and resident safety initiatives. The role will lead major fire safety improvement programmes, manage specialist teams and act as the organisation's principal fire safety expert Client Details Our client is an established and highly respected social housing provider and property services organisation responsible for maintaining and improving thousands of homes across a large and diverse residential estate. With significant investment committed to building safety, asset management and compliance, they are delivering a major programme of fire safety enhancements while ensuring residents continue to receive safe, compliant and well-maintained homes. Their housing service is recognised as a flagship service within the organisation and remains a key strategic priority. Description Act as the organisation's lead authority and Duty Holder for fire safety compliance. Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act and Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order. Develop and implement fire safety strategies across residential properties. Lead the delivery of a major fire safety improvement programme valued at approximately £10m. Manage external fire engineering consultants and specialist contractors. Oversee fire risk assessments and ensure all identified actions are completed. Maintain the "Golden Thread" of building safety information. Lead relationships with Fire & Rescue Services and regulatory bodies. Manage fire safety budgets, procurement activity and contract performance. Oversee fire compartmentation, fire doors, alarms, emergency lighting, sprinklers and associated compliance activities. Develop resident engagement and communication strategies relating to fire safety. Lead and develop specialist fire safety personnel. Produce senior stakeholder reports and presentations. Profile To be considered, you will likely have: Significant experience managing fire safety within residential housing. Strong working knowledge of social housing compliance requirements. Expert understanding of UK fire safety legislation and regulations. Experience developing fire strategies and managing fire-related risk. Experience delivering large-scale compliance, capital works or improvement programmes. Strong stakeholder management skills. Experience managing specialist consultants and contractors. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to influence senior leadership teams and external agencies. Degree-level qualification or equivalent building-related professional qualification. Minimum 5 years' post-qualification technical experience. Desirable IFE Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety. NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate. Experience undertaking Fire Risk Assessments Job Offer This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced fire safety professional to step into a highly visible and influential position. Benefits include: Competitive salary package. Local Government Pension Scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement. Enhanced sickness benefits. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Extensive professional development opportunities. Employee Assistance Programme. Health and wellbeing benefits. Subsidised parking. Public transport discounts. Gym and leisure benefits. Cycle-to-work scheme