Capital Fire Safety Lead for Projects & Compliance

UHBW Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Capital Principal Fire Officer to lead fire safety initiatives across capital and refurbishment projects. This role involves reviewing fire strategies and risk assessments to ensure compliance with the NHS Fire Code and Building Safety Act. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of fire safety legislation and experience managing complex capital projects, along with excellent collaboration skills to work with diverse teams. Competitive salary and generous benefits, including a robust pension scheme and annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Access to discount schemes

Industry leading pension contribution

27+8 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of fire safety legislation and regulations required.
• Experience in managing fire safety for complex projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the fire safety lead advisor for Trust-wide capital projects.
• Review and challenge fire strategies, risk assessments, and design proposals.
• Ensure compliance with statutory duties and industry regulations.
• Provide expert technical advice on fire safety systems.
• Lead governance and assurance processes for fire safety documentation.

Skills

Fire safety legislation knowledge

Fire safety strategy development

Technical advice on fire systems

Governance and assurance processes

Job description

A prominent NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Capital Principal Fire Officer to lead fire safety initiatives across capital and refurbishment projects. This role involves reviewing fire strategies and risk assessments to ensure compliance with the NHS Fire Code and Building Safety Act. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of fire safety legislation and experience managing complex capital projects, along with excellent collaboration skills to work with diverse teams. Competitive salary and generous benefits, including a robust pension scheme and annual leave.