Fire Safety Business Partner
North west London
Permanent
£55,000 - £65,000
Are you a fire safety expert ready to shape the future of safety in a large, complex, and evolving transport organisation?
We’re seeking a Fire Safety Business Partner to join a newly established SHEQ function within a major UK transport operator. This is a rare opportunity to influence strategic safety direction across a high-risk, unionised environment — including hydrogen and electric vehicle technologies.
About the Business
This organisation operates a large fleet across multiple depots in London and beyond, with a workforce of over 5,000 employees. Backed by a global parent company, it is undergoing significant transformation, with a renewed focus on safety, innovation, and sustainability.
The Role
As the Fire Safety Business Partner, you’ll be the subject matter expert for all fire-related safety matters across a diverse estate. You’ll work closely with the SHEQ leadership team to:
* Conduct complex fire risk assessments across shared-use and high-risk premises.
* Provide expert advice on fire legislation, chemical safety, and workplace fire risks.
* Support statutory compliance (e.g. legionella, slips/trips/falls, DSE).
* Plan for emerging risks, including hydrogen vehicle safety.
* Represent the business in internal and external safety forums.
* Contribute to the development of a forward-thinking SHEQ strategy.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a dedicated fire safety professional. You might be an ex-firefighter or someone with a deep background in fire risk management across high-risk sectors like transport, construction, or large estates.
Essential experience:
* Proven expertise in workplace fire safety and fire risk assessments.
* Strong understanding of UK fire legislation.
* Ideally experienced working in unionised, operationally complex environments.
* Fire Safety Management related qualification - level 4 or above
* Ability to influence, negotiate, and drive cultural change.
* Comfortable working independently and across multiple sites.
Vacancy Reference: PR/028606
Vacancy Owner: Nathan Thompson | nathan.thompson@shirleyparsons.com | 07725258687