Overview
Fire Safety Adviser – Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The closing date is 11 February 2026. This role supports the Trust with the effective management of Fire Safety and reports to the Trust Senior Fire Safety Adviser within the Health and Safety Team. The post is based in Nottingham (flexible) with work across Trust sites to support statutory fire safety responsibilities.
The Fire Safety Team provides specialist advice to staff, senior managers and Trust Directors. Experience of fire risk assessments in complex settings and relevant fire safety qualifications is essential. You will be required to produce and deliver training, supported by a relevant training qualification. You will provide specialist support on all aspects of fire safety and assist with implementing the Trusts Fire Safety Policy. Knowledge of Building Control Guidance documents and current fire safety legislation is essential, with significant experience of NHS standards and legislative requirements.
We aim to provide a friendly and professional working environment, while delivering a high standard of customer care.
Main duties of the job
* Support the Fire Safety Team in delivering, monitoring and evaluating all aspects of fire safety across the Trust.
* Promote the Trusts Fire Team (Health & Safety Team) as a centre of excellence.
* Advise and assist management in the interpretation and application of Firecode, fire safety legislation, and other healthcare guidance.
* Advise management on responsibilities related to key fire safety duties in the Fire Policy when requested.
* Investigate fire-related incidents and fire alarm actuations when needed.
* Manage and supervise purchasing, siting and maintenance of all fire fighting equipment and fixed installations.
* Contribute to the design phase of capital and revenue building projects with regard to fire safety, attend site meetings, carry out fire safety checks on contractors sites and report breaches of legislation.
* Prepare and implement an efficient training programme for all staff on fire safety, including evacuation procedures.
* Undertake and complete fire risk assessments, provide advice, facilitation and training for staff; develop and maintain standards working with managers.
* Undertake surveys and audits related to Fire Safety.
* Liaise with the Local Fire Authority during building inspections.
* Perform other duties that would be a reasonable expectation of the role.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use are required for this post; reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 colleagues delivering mental health, community health, forensic and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. Services are provided from over 200 sites, including community locations, acute settings and secure environments. We host national and regional services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire’s biggest employers. We offer a variety of employee-led networks (EDI, Green Champions, Freedom to Speak Up, Health and Wellbeing Champions, Menopause Champions) to support a diverse workforce and promote inclusivity. We invest in the health and wellbeing of colleagues through our in-house occupational health and employee assistance services, supported by a Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing carbon emissions with an Energy and Environmental team ensuring environmental compliance and net-zero progress.
Job responsibilities
* Participate as a member of the fire safety team in delivery, monitoring and evaluation of all fire safety aspects.
* Promote the Trust’s Fire Team (Health & Safety Team) as a centre of excellence.
* Advise management on interpretation and application of Firecode, fire safety legislation and healthcare guidance.
* Support management with their responsibilities for key fire safety duties in the Fire Policy.
* Investigate fire-related incidents and fire alarm actuations as required.
* Manage and supervise procurement and maintenance of fire fighting equipment and fixed installations.
* Contribute to design reviews for fire safety in capital and revenue projects, attend site meetings and perform checks on contractors’ sites; report breaches of legislation.
* Develop and implement an efficient training programme on fire safety and evacuation for all staff levels.
* Undertake and complete fire risk assessments, providing advice, facilitation and training; develop and maintain standards with managers.
* Carry out surveys and audits related to Fire Safety and liaise with Local Fire Authority when appropriate.
Applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band per Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. The Trust would not sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa in these circumstances.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary; DBS application costs are £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), deducted over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 applies.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled Worker visa.
Person Specification
Contractual
* Valid UK Driving Licence
Qualifications
* Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualifications relating to fire safety
* Membership of an appropriate professional body such as Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE)
Training
* Experience of preparing and delivering comprehensive Fire Safety Training
* Training Qualification
Experience
* Significant experience in Fire Safety in healthcare settings or other equivalent organisations, including those with sleeping risk
* Significant experience of undertaking complex Fire Risk Assessments
* Expert knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance
* Experience of Fire Risk Assessments in a Healthcare inpatient setting
Knowledge
* Comprehensive understanding of Building Control: Approved Document B Volume 2
* Comprehensive understanding of Healthcare Technical Memorandums (HTMs) Firecode relating to Fire Safety
Skills
* Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
£38,682 to £46,580 a year (pro rata for part time)
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