Fire Safety Manager

Fire Safety Manager
Central London
Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)
£600 per day (Inside IR35)
3-month initial contract

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place ASAP.
Reporting into the Head of Compliance, you will lead on all fire safety matters across Southwark Council’s housing stock. This is a strategic and hands-on role, ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation, managing a team of Fire Safety Surveyors, and driving continuous improvement in fire safety standards.

Your role as Fire Safety Manager:

• Lead Fire Safety Strategy: Develop and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Team Management: Lead and support a team of Fire Safety Surveyors.
• Technical Oversight: Produce and present detailed technical reports and specifications.
• Compliance & Auditing: Oversee fire safety inspections, audits, and contractor compliance.
• Training & Development: Deliver CPD training and support team competency development.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with the Fire Brigade and represent the Council in legal matters.
• Project Oversight: Manage procurement and performance of specialist fire safety consultancies.

Your previous experience as Fire Safety Manager:

• Qualifications: Level 4 Fire Safety Qualification and FSA Tier 3 accreditation.
• Expert Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, PAS 79, Building Safety Act, and relevant British Standards.
• Leadership: Proven experience managing fire safety teams and technical staff.
• Technical Reporting: Skilled in producing detailed reports and presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Local Authority Experience: Previous experience working within a council or housing association setting.
• Communication: Able to clearly explain complex fire safety issues to a range of audiences.
• Change Management: Experience instigating change in a complex technical environment.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Sarah Williams or Nikki Smith on 0117 3137110 or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact).

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.  Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills.  Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

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