Job Title: Lead Fire Safety Advisor Pay: PAYE £403.17 or £561.65 Umbrella Location: United Kingdom (Hinkley Point C) Vacancy ID: 1778 Job Purpose / Overview The lead fire safety advisor is part of a team of specialist fire safety and compliance professionals reporting to the fire safety manager. The post holder will also support and promote the development of a positive fire safety culture amongst a wide array of contractors and stakeholders, support the development and implementation of fire safety systems and policies, performing audits and inspections, undertaking fire risk assessments, report on fire safety maters to relevant personnel and committees, supporting the on-site Fire & Rescue Team with the provision of risk information and support the continual improvement of fire safety arrangements and systems on the construction site. Principal Accountabilities To lead and manage a team of fire safety advisors providing cover to an area of the site on a 24hr basis. Support the development of fire safety arrangements (both general and process related) and procedures that meet legislative requirements and follow best practice. To develop, maintain, and review the implementation of the Principal Contractors fire safety policy, fire management arrangements and fire risk assessments, in conjunction with the multitude of other contractors, as part of the process of ensuring legal compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Support key regulatory interventions and inspections, leading on fire safety matters. Provide the regulators with confidence in the adequacy of fire safety arrangements on site. To carry out suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments on behalf of the Principal Contractor. Review fire risk assessments carried out by other organisations concerned with the HPC project. Support the review of DSEAR risk assessments carried out by other organisations concerned with the HPC project. Anticipate future fire needs on the construction site based on the anticipated risk profile. Ensure construction can continue in line with the project leads whilst ensuring legislative compliance and the HPC zero harm ambition. Delivering monthly and annual objectives, goals, and KPIs to support the project. To support investigation on fire related incidents on the construction site and at its associated development areas. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of matters relevant to the post (including best sector practices and regulations) by means of literature searches, contacts with professional bodies, attending relevant meetings, courses, and conferences. To undertake other activities/responsibilities within their competence as directed by the line manager commensurate with the grade of the post. Support the HPC Fire and Rescue/Emergency Preparedness/Health and Safety Teams in resolving fire safety issues. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience Knowledge & Skills Visible leadership skills with the ability to manage a team on a complex project. Understanding of relevant legislation and regulation pertaining to fire safety management. A good level of knowledge of general fire safety arrangements for construction sites and complex sites, along with fire safety equipment and systems. A good working knowledge/understanding of process fire risk in relation to high-risk activities. An understanding of fire safety implications in relation to DSEAR. Good organisational skills with practical and methodical work planning and ability to manage several concurrent work streams. Self-motivated and able to manage their own work priorities and actions. Effective negotiating and influencing skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with professional and managerial disciplines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to assimilate, analyse and present complex problems, identify necessary action, make recommendations and ensure actions are implemented. Understanding of the principles of risk assessment including dynamic risk assessment especially in a construction environment. Abitlity to effectively manage a small team, with consideration of their pastoral care and ongoing development. Qualifications & Experience Proven track record of undertaking fire safety risk assessments, fire safety audits and the determination of compliance within the commercial and construction sectors. Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or a level 3 fire safety qualification/ NEBOSH Fire with a commitment to have obtained the level 4 Diploma by December 2026. Membership (or working towards) of the Institute of Fire Engineers or Institute of Fire Safety Managers. Experience of successfully developing and implementing fire safety plans, policies and procedures.