The Fire Safety Advisor supports the Head of Fire Safety in managing all aspects of:
Fire Safety
Fire Prevention
Fire Safety Training development and delivery to all staff
Main duties of the job The main duties include providing professional advice regarding:
Fire Code
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Building Regulations
All other relevant legislation within the Trust and for other client bodies
The Fire Safety Advisor supports the Head of Fire Safety in maintaining adequate fire safety across the Trust's estate.
They ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO), NHS Estates Firecode Policy and Principles, and related guidance.
The role involves working closely with Estates Management, Capital Projects, care groups, and departmental managers in clinical and non-clinical areas to ensure a fire-safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, thereby supporting improved patient care and wellbeing.
About us Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff across more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community mental health services across Greater Manchester and beyond, including specialist mental health and substance misuse services.
Living and working in Greater Manchester offers vibrant city life and beautiful countryside, with a warm welcome and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification.
Band
Shift patterns include Saturday (midnight to midnight), any weekday after 8 pm and before 6 am, and all day on Sundays and public holidays.
Benefits include:
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years
Cycle to work scheme
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification Education & Qualification Degree or equivalent experience in fire safety
Specialist Fire Safety Courses (e.g., Fire Service College)
NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management
IOSH General Certificate in Health & Safety
Knowledge of Firecode and Building Regulations Approved Document B
Experience Extensive Fire Safety experience
Training development and delivery experience, with thorough knowledge of Fire Safety Legislation, Codes of Practice, Fire Risk Assessment process, and training techniques
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure check will be required.
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