Senior Fire Control Assurance Specialist Prenton or Queensferry Salary starting from £44,800 up to 10% bonus, single cover private medical & other excellent benefits Closing date: 04/01/26 Interviews anticipated to take place: W/C 26/01/26 Purpose As the Senior Fire Control Assurance Specialist, you will work under the instruction of the Fire Control Manager, collating the findings and assigning and recording the remedial actions, generated from Fire Risk Assessments carried out by others. You will carry out site Fire Management documentation audits, as instructed and programmed by line management, to assist the Fire Control Manager with their overall responsibilities in demonstrating SPUK compliance with Fire Legislation. You will also assist with delivering SPUK Fire Management service at locations and frequency as identified by the Fire Control Manager. Responsibilities Risk Assessments Collate the significant findings of Fire Risk Assessments carried out by others. Assign Fire Risk Assessment recommendations to responsible persons within the responsible business. Authorise Fire Risk Assessment recommendations associated costs under the instruction and direction of the Fire Control Manager. Monitor the progress of Fire Risk Assessment recommendations through to completion. Provide documented evidence to the Fire Control Manager to ensure that recommendations from Fire Risk Assessments carried out across SPUK are followed through to completion Determine and quantify the level of risk associated with each recommendation, applicable to both operational and non-operational areas to identify compliance levels and associated risks per site/business Manage established web portal system to track the progress of Fire Risk Assessment recommendations Provide Monthly reports of Fire Risk Assessment actions progress to the Fire Control Manager Assist with Fire Legislation documentation compliance audits across SPUK by carrying out regular audits as instructed by the Fire Control Manager in accordance with the planned schedule. Provide specialist advice to field-based fire risk assessors and site occupants/businesses as required Assess and present to the Fire Control Manager fire risks associated with new and emergent technologies such as electric vehicles, solar and battery storage Assurance Auditing owned and occupied premises in relation to fire safety to determine levels of compliance and advising on remedial actions Developing, implementing and managing a fire safety and quality assurance programme to determine the effectiveness of existing fire safety measures and advising on remedial actions as necessary Auditing fire risk assessment reports to ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations and orders Monitoring the inspection and maintenance of fire safety systems to ensure all compliance obejctives are achieved Legislation Provide legislative, non – technical, knowledge in the delivery of minor projects across SPUK when required, to assist the Fire Control Manager Support post fire incident investigations General Communicate with internal sites managers and SFLOs on behalf of the Fire Control Manager and provide legislative knowledge as required Assist the Fire Control Manager with attendance at sites where Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Plans have been invoked. Requirement to engage with Enforcing Authorities and auditors on behalf of SPUK Fire Control Manger as required, to share information and to be aware of local changes to ways of working. Assisting the Fire Control Manager in the delivery of activities and initiatives designed to improve fire safety management Support the fire control officer in the development of their assurance and audit capabilities Skills, Knowledge & Experience Understanding and knowledge of current Fire Legislation Knowledge of fire protection systems and fire protection technology Knowledge or experience in Risk Assessments Stakeholder Management experience Excellent IT skills Preferred knowledge or understanding of electronic data bases Good written and verbal communication skills at all levels Pro - active approach to problem solving Confidence and ability to constructively challenge at all levels Fire Management qualifications an advantage NEBOSH Fire (advantageous) Minimum Criteria Fire Risk Assessment certification or relevant experience (Level 4 Fire Risk Assessor) In depth knowledge of Fire Legislation Good IT skills Excellent organisational skills Strong influencing skills Current full driving licence (infrequent travel within the UK) Whats in it for you As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include: 36 days annual leave Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave Share Schemes Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments Life Assurance (4x salary) Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more Why ScottishPower ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in. ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com. Mobility Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements. I MPORTANT Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below January-4-2026