We are working with are a not-for-profit organisation who operate in Bodmin and offer affordable housing across Cornwall. As a Fire Safety Advisor, the candidate would be expected to provide specialist advice regarding all Fire Safety matters, and to work within a team to identify compliance issues. This position would be in a residential context, and the candidate would need to have in-depth knowledge of Fire Safety and Health and Safety legislation.
Responsibilities
Provide Fire Safety technical advice to contractors, tenants and staff
Report on all Fire Safety matters
Produce Fire Safety Management Strategies for relevant housing stock
Contribute to the development and implementation of the clients’ Fire Safety policy and procedural documents
Inform and educate on Fire Safety issues at tenant resident meetings
Monitor and inspect repair and maintenance contract works
Ensure approved materials, products and installation procedures are used during repair and maintenance works
Prioritise Fire Safety related customer complaints and follow up actions, in accordance with the clients’ timescales and standards
Assist in the preparation of Fire Safety related contract tender documentation and assessing of contract tender submissions
Ensure that the client is fully compliant with current statutory Fire Safety regulation and guidance
Work with local authorities to assist with joint inspections and Fire Safety audits
Identify remedies to audit deficiencies, monitor remedial works and report outcomes to the Fire Safety Manager
Requirements
Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of legislation, such as Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Health and Safety Legislation
Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety or equivalent
Ideally a member of a professional body, such as IFE, RICS, CIOB
IOSH Managing Safely Health and Safety or equivalent
Experience of undertaking rick inspections and Fire Safety Assessments
Knowledge of guidance documents, such as BS5839, BS5266 and Specialist Housing guide
Evidence of CDM qualification
Driving license
Benefits
Salary: £33,776- £38,328
Hybrid working available
Flexible working hours
Generous pension scheme with employer contribution
