Head of Fire Safety

NHS

  • Prestwich, Greater Manchester
  • £47,810-54,710 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 14 days ago
The Head of Fire Safety has responsibility for managing all aspects of Fire Safety, Fire Prevention, Fire Safety Training delivery to all staff, and provision of professional written and verbal advice in regard to Fire Safety legislation, Fire Code, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety Order) 2005, Building Regulations and other relevant legislation both within the Trust and for other client bodiesMain duties of the jobEnsuring that an organisational fire safety management framework is effective and in place using HTM 05-01Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and technical guidance.Work strategically to plan the design of new buildings and monitor building works to ensure compliance with HTM's, Building Regulations and The Fire Safety OrderDevelopment and implementation of policies relating to fire safetyKeeping informed of changes in the relevant statutory provisions and assess the implications of such changes with regard to their area of responsibility.Support investigations teams and suitably trained experienced staff facilitate root cause analysis and participate in the investigation of serious untoward incidents/team management reviews as required.Work with the Learning team to develop and deliver effective Fire Safety Training.Ensure the maintenance of incident records including records of false alarms and unwanted fire signalsProvide professional fire safety advice to all levels of staffAssist/support other facilities managers in matters other than fire safety as and when required toAssume duties and responsibilities of fire safety advisor/s in their absence
  • Be the named budget assurer for fire safety budget
About usGreater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.DetailsDate posted19 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number437-7191205-AJob locationsPrestwich HospitalPrestwich Hospital N.H.S Bury New RoadPrestwichM253BLJob descriptionJob responsibilities
  • advice and support to staff and staff-side representatives in devising and implementing reasonable and practicable protocols, procedures and emergency fire plans
  • Advise on the implications of current and new legislation and monitor to ensure that positive steps are being taken to implement requirements. In particular, to examine maintenance standards, working practices, employee involvement and environmental conditions.
  • Ensure that adequate records are maintained in accordance with legislative requirements, policies, codes of practice and procedures.
  • Disseminate relevant information to managers and employees, ensuring that the Trust has a robust audit trail to demonstrate that appropriate action has been taken.
  • Provide highly specialised advice and guidance; support the Trusts managers and staff in their responsibilities to manage fire safety, enabling the Trust to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the REGULATORY REFORM (FIRE SAFETY) ORDER 2005
  • Provide highly specialised advice and support when proposals or plans for the provision of new facilities or the alteration of existing facilities are considered, to ensure that all appropriate legislative requirements have been taken into account.
  • Participating, and leading as necessary, in emergency and unplanned events including, supporting the Trusts emergency planning and response
  • Investigate, report and ensure appropriate management action is taken in response to any reported situation which may constitute a possible breach of Fire Safety Regulations or result in possible legal proceedings.
  • Participating in safety groups and in investigations of incidents as necessary.
Please see attached job description and person specificationStaff benefits
  • Pay Enhancements:
BandSaturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6amAll time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)1Time plus 47%Time plus 94%2Time plus 41%Time plus 83%3Time plus 35%Time plus 69%4 9Time plus 30%Time plus 60%
  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Excellent pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Blue Light Card Discounts
  • fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
  • advice and support to staff and staff-side representatives in devising and implementing reasonable and practicable protocols, procedures and emergency fire plans
  • Advise on the implications of current and new legislation and monitor to ensure that positive steps are being taken to implement requirements. In particular, to examine maintenance standards, working practices, employee involvement and environmental conditions.
  • Ensure that adequate records are maintained in accordance with legislative requirements, policies, codes of practice and procedures.
  • Disseminate relevant information to managers and employees, ensuring that the Trust has a robust audit trail to demonstrate that appropriate action has been taken.
  • Provide highly specialised advice and guidance; support the Trusts managers and staff in their responsibilities to manage fire safety, enabling the Trust to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the REGULATORY REFORM (FIRE SAFETY) ORDER 2005
  • Provide highly specialised advice and support when proposals or plans for the provision of new facilities or the alteration of existing facilities are considered, to ensure that all appropriate legislative requirements have been taken into account.
  • Participating, and leading as necessary, in emergency and unplanned events including, supporting the Trusts emergency planning and response
  • Investigate, report and ensure appropriate management action is taken in response to any reported situation which may constitute a possible breach of Fire Safety Regulations or result in possible legal proceedings.
  • Participating in safety groups and in investigations of incidents as necessary.
Please see attached job description and person specificationStaff benefits
  • Pay Enhancements:
BandSaturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6amAll time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)1Time plus 47%Time plus 94%2Time plus 41%Time plus 83%3Time plus 35%Time plus 69%4 9Time plus 30%Time plus 60%
  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Excellent pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Blue Light Card Discounts
  • fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Fire Engineering/fire safety knowledge acquired through degree and specialist knowledge through courses completed at 'The Fire Services College' and experience to masters level or equivalent. Graduate Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers or similar, at equivalent level. Level 4 Fire Risk Assessment Diploma
Desirable
  • NEBOSH General Certificate Principles in HTM05-01 Passive Fire Protection Level 3 Level 3 Award in Fire Door Inspection
KnowledgeEssential
  • Experience of undertaking root cause analysis investigations, quality initiatives, audit and quality assurances Good level of competence using Microsoft Office Suite, in particular excel, word and PowerPoint A high standard of written skills, evident in report writing Good information presentation skills, evident in use of graphics and design of reports Ability to produce high quality reports
Desirable
  • Ability to analyse and problem solve with regard to the assessment of complex facts or situations and the development of strategic improvement strategies. The ability to understand and influence other business objectives.
Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Fire Engineering/fire safety knowledge acquired through degree and specialist knowledge through courses completed at 'The Fire Services College' and experience to masters level or equivalent. Graduate Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers or similar, at equivalent level. Level 4 Fire Risk Assessment Diploma
Desirable
  • NEBOSH General Certificate Principles in HTM05-01 Passive Fire Protection Level 3 Level 3 Award in Fire Door Inspection
KnowledgeEssential
  • Experience of undertaking root cause analysis investigations, quality initiatives, audit and quality assurances Good level of competence using Microsoft Office Suite, in particular excel, word and PowerPoint A high standard of written skills, evident in report writing Good information presentation skills, evident in use of graphics and design of reports Ability to produce high quality reports
Desirable
  • Ability to analyse and problem solve with regard to the assessment of complex facts or situations and the development of strategic improvement strategies. The ability to understand and influence other business objectives.

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