Band 6 - Assistant Fire Safety Advisor, Compliance/Fire Safety

We are seeking an ambitious and professional fire safety team member who can work independently and remain calm under pressure in a very busy Trust environment.

The successful candidate will hold the position of the Trust’s Assistant Fire Safety Advisor in accordance with the duties and requirements of Healthcare Technical Memorandums and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO).

It is a good time to work for the Fire and Health & Safety Team as we are in a period of transition and expansion. Our dynamic, professional and expert team are continuously improving the Fire and Health & Safety arrangements for the Trust, making our sites safer for patients, visitors and staff.

Working arrangements are flexible but core hours will be 08:00–16:00 across all sites with the opportunity to work from home 1 day a week following a successful probation period.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Fire Safety Audits and Inspections across all Trust premises.
• Support requests for bespoke departmental fire evacuation training or training on evacuation aids.
• Undertake, record and report fire risk assessments.
• Support the Fire Safety Advisor in providing competent advice on fire legislation.
• Support the Fire Safety Advisor in providing expert technical advice on the application and interpretation of fire safety guidance, including the Department of Health Firecode.
• Assist with the review of the Trust’s fire safety policy and relevant protocols and procedures.
• Assist with the development and delivery of a suitable and sufficient training programme for staff.
• Support in the preparation of fire prevention and emergency action plans.
• Support with the investigation of all fire-related incidents and fire alarm actuations.
• Provide assistance when required in liaison with the enforcing authorities on technical issues.
• Engage with ongoing projects, including the planned new Watford hospital and theatre updates at St Albans City Hospital, and contribute to continuous improvement of Fire and Health & Safety arrangements.

Working with Us

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together, and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. We offer flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance.

For more information on flexible working, visit: www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you require support due to disability or long-term health conditions, please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net.

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving, please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Justin Jones
Job title: Fire and Health & Safety Manager
Email: justin.jones1@nhs.net
Telephone: 07435 547816