Job Description
Fire Safety Compliance Manager
Rate - £450 - £500 (Daily)
Location - Uxbridge (Hybrid)
Duration - 6 Months (Intially)
IR35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
We are seeking an experienced Fire Safety Compliance Manager to lead on fire safety and compliance across a diverse property portfolio. This role is responsible for ensuring that all fire-related assets and systems are compliant with current legislation, standards, and best practices, while delivering a robust and effective compliance framework.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing fire risk, overseeing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes, and ensuring all Fire Risk Assessment actions are effectively delivered.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage fire safety compliance across the organisation's property portfolio
* Oversee delivery and performance of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programmes related to fire safety systems
* Ensure all Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) actions are tracked, managed, and completed within required timeframes
* Maintain and monitor compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and standards
* Manage contractors and service providers delivering fire safety works and inspections
* Develop and maintain accurate records for compliance, audit, and reporting purposes
* Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to fire safety policies and procedures
* Provide expert advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on fire safety compliance
* Ensure effective governance, reporting risks and compliance issues appropriately
Key Skills & Experience
Essential
* NEBOSH qualification (Fire Safety or equivalent)
* Proven experience in fire safety compliance management
* Strong knowledge of:
o Fire safety legislation and regulations
o Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) and remedial action tracking
o Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) processes
* Experience managing contractors and compliance programmes
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams
Desirable
* Experience with FRAEFM (Fire Risk Assessment & Estate/Facilities Management systems)
* Background working within a local authority or public sector environment
* Experience managing compliance across large and complex property portfolios
Key Deliverables / Success Measures
* 100% compliance with fire safety statutory and regulatory requirements
* Effective delivery of PPM schedules and fire safety servicing
* All FRA actions clearly tracked, prioritised, and completed within deadlines
* Strong audit readiness with accurate and up-to-date documentation
* Continuous improvement in fire safety processes and risk reduction