Posted: 18 June
The role
Fire Safety Coordinator
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
Salary: £32,488 + excellent benefits
Location: Wooburn Green, High Wycombe
Hybrid: A minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
Contract: Fixed-term contract
Hours: 37 hours per week
Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?
At SettleParadigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.
Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve
If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, wed love to welcome you on our journey. Together, were building a better future.
As we continue to grow, were strengthening our Fire Safety team to help us keep residents safe and supported.
About the Role
Were looking for a Fire Safety Coordinator to join our Fire Safety Works team. This is a role for someone whos organised, calm and good at keeping things moving. Youll help make sure fire safety checks, servicing and remedial work happen on time, and that residents, contractors and colleagues all have the information they need.
Youll be the person who keeps the admin side running smoothly, booking appointments, raising jobs, updating systems, uploading certificates and keeping track of whats been done and what still needs attention. Youll also be a friendly point of contact for residents and contractors, helping to make sure communication is clear and expectations are managed.
If you like a role where youre at the centre of things, enjoy problem-solving and want to play a part in keeping people safe in their homes, this could be a great fit.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinating fire safety work, booking appointments, raising jobs and keeping track of progress
Supporting fire safety servicing and repairs to make sure work is completed on time
Managing the Fire Safety inbox and helping residents, contractors and colleagues with queries
Uploading certificates and documents and keeping records accurate
Allocating work to our Direct Labour team and external contractors
Reviewing paperwork and challenging anything that doesnt look right
Supporting compliance by making sure testing and maintenance follow the right standards
Helping close down completed jobs so our systems stay up to date
Calling residents to confirm appointments and explain whats happening
Taking minutes in team meetings when needed
Raising purchase orders for repairs and maintenance
Supporting the Fire Safety Works Manager with project tasks and day-to-day admin
What Were Looking For
You dont need to be a fire safety expert. We can teach you that. What matters most is that youre organised, good with people and comfortable juggling different tasks.
Youll do well in this role if you:
Communicate clearly and kindly with residents, colleagues and contractors
Stay calm when things get busy and can work through tasks in a steady, methodical way
Enjoy keeping systems tidy and accurate
Are confident using Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint
Like being part of a team and supporting others
Can spot when something doesnt look right and arent afraid to question it
Care about doing things properly and keeping people safe
Must haves:
Strong communication skills and a friendly, professional approach
Good IT skills, especially Excel, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint
A methodical way of working and good problem-solving skills
Ability to work well with others and support the wider team
Nice to haves:
Understanding of fire safety basics (fire doors, fire stopping, equipment)
Experience scheduling or coordinating work
Experience producing simple reports or checking data
Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage competing tasks
A customer-focused approach
Benefits
At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.
annual salary: £ 32,488 per annum
25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options
Generous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice
Family-friendly leave : Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Health cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover)
Life cover and income protection
Flexible working hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging
And thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide:
Mental Health First Aiders available to support
Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)
Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships
3 paid volunteering days in the local communities
Peer-recognition rewards platform
Paid professional subscription (one per year)
Working Hours
37 hours per week.
09:00 - 17:30 Monday - Thursday
09:00 - 17:00 Friday
1 hour for lunch
Our Commitment
We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.
Accessibility and Adjustments
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.
Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
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Closing Date:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.
