Fire Safety Manager, preston, lancashire
Client:
Shirley Parsons
Location:
preston, lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
1
Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
Job Description:
Fire Safety Manager
Home based, UK travel
Permanent
£48,000 - £56,000 plus car and benefits
An established not-for-profit organisation with a diverse portfolio of properties is searching for a Fire Safety Manager to lead its fire safety strategy. This role offers the rare opportunity to make a tangible difference to communities while helping to protect vulnerable individuals through robust safety systems. This is not a replacement hire—it’s a newly created position, created from an organisational commitment to elevate fire safety and compliance across all sites. This is a home based position with regular UK travel.
About the Role
* Act as the internal expert on fire safety, advising stakeholders across the organisation.
* Create, develop and deliver a fire safety strategy, policy and management system that prioritises lives and wellbeing.
* Monitor and assure quality from fire safety contractors and ensure high compliance standards.
* Conduct audits, oversee risk assessments, and manage performance reporting.
* Develop internal training and awareness initiatives to embed a culture of safety.
* Work alongside teams who are deeply committed to a mission beyond profit.
Why This Role Matters
This isn't just a job—it’s a chance to help protect people and improve safety standards in buildings that house life-changing work: community centres, support hubs, places of worship, residential homes and more.
What You’ll Bring
* Strong, strategic fire safety experience across residential and commercial buildings.
* Relevant qualifications such as a Diploma/ Degree in Fire Safety Management, and membership of an accredited professional body.
* Excellent communication and analytical skills to influence and report at all levels.
* Proven ability to manage external contractors and maintain safety compliance frameworks.
* Confidence working with property systems and data platforms, and delivering effective training sessions.
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.
* Experience working in or alongside charitable or socially-minded organisations.
Vacancy Reference: PR/028505
Vacancy Owner: Nathan Thompson | nathan.thompson@shirleyparsons.com | (+44) 7725 258687
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