Safety & Resilience Manager

Fire Safety Manager - Social Housing We are working with an established housing provider to appoint an experienced Group Fire Safety Manager to take a lead role in the organisation’s approach to fire safety. This is a senior position within the Building and Fire Safety function, with responsibility for providing technical leadership, managing a specialist team and ensuring fire safety arrangements remain robust across a large property portfolio. You will work closely with senior leaders, asset management, development, repairs and external partners to identify risks, strengthen compliance and continually improve fire safety standards. Lead and oversee the organisation’s Fire Risk Assessment programme, ensuring actions are effectively managed through to completion. Provide technical advice on fire safety legislation, regulations and best practice across the organisation. Ensure statutory inspections and fire safety checks, including fire door inspections, are completed within required timescales. Oversee fire safety audits, incident investigations and relevant statutory reporting. Develop and review fire safety policies, procedures, strategies and guidance. Produce management information and reports for senior leadership and governance groups. Deliver fire safety training, briefings and guidance to colleagues. Work closely with Asset Management, Development and Repairs teams to ensure fire safety is embedded across projects and property management. Manage relationships with contractors, consultants, regulators and external stakeholders. Lead and develop a small team of Fire Safety professionals. Deputise for the Head of Building Safety when required. Significant experience within fire safety, ideally gained within social housing. Strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation, guidance and standards. Experience overseeing Fire Risk Assessment programmes and managing associated actions. Experience managing external consultants and contractors. Strong analytical, reporting and IT skills, including Excel and compliance databases. A relevant Fire Safety qualification, such as NEBOSH Fire, Fire Safety Diploma or equivalent. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. If you're an ambitious fire safety profesisonal looking to make a lasting impact within a values-driven housing association, we'd love to hear from you.