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 appropriatelyKey Skills & Experience
Essential
NEBOSH qualification (Fire Safety or equivalent)
Proven experience in fire safety compliance management
Strong knowledge of:
Fire safety legislation and regulations
Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) and remedial action tracking
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) processes
Experience managing contractors and compliance programmes
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreamsDesirable
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