Estates Manager (Fire Safety) – NHS Trust, Cambridge
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
£24 PAYE / £30 Umbrella (Inside IR35)
35 hours per week
Ongoing Contract
We are currently recruiting for an Estates Manager (Fire Safety) to support a busy NHS Trust in Cambridge. This role will be key in ensuring fire safety compliance across the estate and supporting the delivery of safe, effective services in a healthcare environment.
Responsibilities:
* Lead on fire safety management across the Trust estate, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and NHS requirements.
* Act as Fire Safety Advisor, supporting risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
* Provide specialist advice to clinical and non-clinical teams on fire safety policies and procedures.
* Monitor contractor performance and oversee works related to fire precautions and fire safety systems.
* Develop and maintain fire safety documentation, policies, and training programmes.
* Support the delivery of capital and backlog maintenance projects with specific fire safety input.
* Contribute to business continuity planning and emergency preparedness in relation to fire risk.
Requirements:
* Recognised fire safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Fire, Fire Safety Diploma, or equivalent).
* Experience managing fire safety in estates, facilities, or building services environments.
* Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation, guidance, and NHS HTMs.
* Ability to liaise with fire authorities, contractors, and senior stakeholders.
* NHS or healthcare sector experience desirable.
Contact:
For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208967 or via james.glover@servicecare.org.uk