Description
Join Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust as Head of Fire Safety and lead a vital service protecting patients, colleagues, and visitors across a complex, multi-site estate.
As the Trust's senior fire safety expert, you will advise the Board and senior leaders, shape strategy, and ensure compliance with fire and building safety legislation.
Main Duties:
- Lead the Trust's fire safety service, developing policies, strategies, risk assessments, evacuation plans, and long-term improvement programmes.
- Oversee audits, fire safety systems, equipment, training, incident investigations, and compliance across acute and community sites.
- Provide authoritative advice and assurance to senior leaders, clinical teams, capital projects, contractors, and emergency services.
- Manage the fire safety team, budgets, and suppliers, monitor performance, and present complex information to the Board.
Benefits:
- Career development, flexible working, and wellbeing
- Staff recognition scheme
- Optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan, or membership options for onsite leisure facilities
Requirements:
- Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) - Member
- The Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM) - Member
- NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety
- Master's degree or equivalent in operational fire safety management
- At least 3 years' experience working as a Fire Safety Manager (or equivalent) in the NHS
- Expert knowledge of fire safety legislation and management systems