Location: Worcester (WR5)

Hybrid: Yes

Salary: £44,000 per annum, Contract

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm (35hrs per week)

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated, competent, qualified, and skilled Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) with a successful track record to join our team. The role involves ensuring continued compliance by contract managing our service providers and driving the client’s strategic approach to fire safety compliance across our estate, including corporate and school properties.

Role Overview:

The Compliance Manager (Fire Lead) will be the nominated Responsible Person for fire safety, overseeing the provision, management, and quality assurance of an end-to-end Fire Risk Management service. You will shape and oversee the delivery of fire property compliance and asset management strategies, ensuring properties are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with relevant legislation including the Regulatory Reform (Fire) Order 2005, the Building Safety Act 2022, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and the Client Fire Policy.

Your responsibilities include managing risk assessments, developing fire safety policies, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, collaborating with cross-functional teams, overseeing maintenance programs, and maintaining a safe environment for all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prioritize and manage workload to meet or exceed client and contractor KPIs and SLAs.
• Lead fire safety compliance programs across all sites.
• Review and maintain action logs for fire risk assessments and audits.
• Develop, review, and implement fire safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Coordinate with fire authorities, insurers, and auditors.
• Provide fire safety training and advice to staff.
• Investigate fire incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay updated on fire safety laws and best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and facilities teams to ensure effective service delivery.
• Chair and facilitate fire-related meetings.
• Lead fire compliance management related to risk and asset management.
• Build relationships for knowledge transfer, training, and guidance on fire safety.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation including the Regulatory Reform (Fire) Order 2005, Building Safety Act 2022, and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in fire safety management or compliance roles across multiple sites, preferably in local authority or educational settings.
• Relevant fire management and compliance qualifications such as NEBOSH Fire Safety, IFE certifications, or equivalent.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and emergency services is advantageous.
• Ability to develop and implement risk management strategies.