We are currently looking to recruit a Fire Safety Advisor on a permanent basis.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that Trust sites meet all statutory fire requirements. A key feature of this role will be to ensure that fire safety systems are in place to meet requirements of legislation and that these are supported by suitable policies and procedures linking into Trust Management arrangements. The Fire Safety Officer will complete Fire Risk Assessments, provide training, and provide general support in relation to fire safety.
The Fire Safety Officer will provide oversight of the service provider's fire safety responsibilities and ensure all their services comply with legislation and good industry practice.
This role is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that is passionate about the services it provides.
This post may be subject to a standard DBS Disclosure, and the successful applicant will be required to pay for their DBS Check.
For further information or an informal discussion about the post, please contact Robert Taylor, Senior Fire Safety Manager on 01772 773580.
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.
Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that the Trust meets all statutory fire requirements. The premise estate maintenance provider will provide the day-to-day fire officer role, and a key feature of this role will be to ensure that fire safety systems are in place to meet requirements of legislation and that these are supported by suitable policies and procedures linking into both Trust Management and new client arrangements.
The Fire Safety Advisor will provide oversight of the service provider's fire safety responsibilities to the Senior Fire Safety Manager and ensure all their services comply with legislation and good industry practice.
About us Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services, including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health, and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria, and Sefton area.
For more information, please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role.
Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Degree in Fire Safety or equivalent Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge Essential Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
Desirable Good written and verbal communication skills
Experience Essential Substantial experience in a Fire Safety environment
Desirable Proven management skills
Skills Essential Dealing effectively with external agencies and established citizen-focused approach Dealing effectively with all levels of staff within the organisation
Personal Essential Ability to plan and prioritise resources effectively in order to deliver a high-quality service Actively seeks to find solutions to problems
Other Essential Willingness to travel around the organisation Willingness to undertake DBS clearance
Employer details Employer name Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address Guild Lodge Whittingham Lane Preston PR3 2JH
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