Fire Safety Advisor
Closing date: 03 June 2026
The Fire Safety Advisor will be accountable to the Fire Safety Manager on matters of fire safety and support their goal to achieve Trust-wide Fire Safety Compliance.
Main duties of the job
The Fire Safety Advisor will provide support for the Fire Safety Manager in achieving Trust-wide Fire Safety Compliance, responsible for:
* The successful postholder will be a designated responsible person (RO) for fire, reporting to the Fire Safety Manager who acts as the competent person (CO) for all fire related processes and procedures.
* Conducting Fire Safety Audits and inspections across all Trust premises.
* Providing bespoke departmental fire evacuation training or training on evacuation aids upon request.
* Supporting the recording and reporting of fire risk assessments.
* Providing competent advice on fire legislation.
* Providing expert technical advice on the application and interpretation of fire safety guidance, including the Department of Health Firecode.
* Assisting with the review of the Trust's fire safety policy and relevant protocols and procedures.
* Leading on the development and delivery of a suitable and sufficient training programme for staff.
* Supporting the preparation of fire prevention and emergency action plans.
* Assisting with the investigation of all fire-related incidents and fire alarm actuations.
* Providing assistance in liaison with the enforcing authorities on technical issues.
* Liaising with managers and staff on fire safety issues and responding to bespoke enquiries.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of ‘Outstanding’ from the Care Quality Commission.
Our family of over 4,500 staff provides health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree in Fire Safety / Engineering / Built environment, facilities, management, or similar relevant degree, or equivalent knowledge through courses and experience.
* A Fire Safety or Health and Safety qualification (Level 3) with a relevant background in Risk or Fire Safety management.
* Level 3 award in education and training.
* Fire Service background or considerable experience of working in a Fire Safety team and environment.
* Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
Experience
* Experience in the application of Fire Safety legislation, especially HTM-05 within an NHS organisation.
* Experience in the development and facilitation of training programmes.
* Experience with the process of conducting risk assessments and inspections.
* Experience with the use of IT systems and user support.
* Knowledge of how fire safety is managed in healthcare and familiarity with the relevant guidance and legislation.
* Experience of fire safety management within the NHS.
* Previous experience working in NHS Estates and Facilities teams.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Job details
Employer: Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Location: 1 Bowlers Green, Kingsley Green Harper Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 9HQ
Salary: £51,657 to £58,785 per annum (5% fringe HCAS included)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 367-CORP-100300
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