Fire Safety Officer

Knowledge, skills and personal qualities required
Essential:
Good sound knowledge and understanding of application of Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and DCLG guidance
Working knowledge and understanding of application of Approved Document B and relevant British Standards
Knowledge and experience of fire safety best practice and principles
Strong communication skills
Recognized fire risk assessment qualification (NEBOSH, Institute of Fire Engineers, CS Todd, or equivalent)
Managing Fire Safety (Responsible Person) training (this can be combined in the above on 4.5 day and upward courses if specified)
Two years experience working in fire safety
Ideal (but not essential):
Membership of a relevant professional body, such as the Institute of Fire Engineers or Institute of Fire Safety Managers at Technician / Associate level
Fire Door Inspection Scheme Diploma (DipFD)
Fire Marshall train the trainer qualified
Desirable:
Membership of a relevant professional body, such as the Institute of Fire Engineers or Institute of Fire Safety Managers at Member / Fellow level
Fire Door Inspection Scheme Certified Inspector (CertFD)
Confederation of Fire Protection Associations Europe Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent
Key accountabilities
Focal point on all aspects of fire safety, including:
Acting as the appointed competent person for fire safety
Reviewing and developing fire safety policies and procedures
Ensuring best practice and legal compliance
Implementing actions from external fire risk assessments
Inspections of fire doors, exits, and exit routes
Liaison with others (key relationships):
Working closely with the Head of Infrastructure, EHS Manager, and Facilities Manager
Reporting updates and progress
Point of contact for external fire risk assessors, fire alarm and extinguisher contractors, and Fire and Rescue Service
Behavioural requirements
Personally very organized and self-motivated;
Strong communication and leadership skills;
Technically proficient, able to identify / manage technical issues;
Able to multi-task and prioritize work load;
Adopts a pragmatic approach to manage conflicts and issues;
Flexible and adaptive;
Promote a positive cultural attitude.
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