- To act as the main point of contact for staff, stakeholders, partners, and external bodies in all matters relating to fire safety across our properties.
- Carry out fire risk assessment (FRAs)
- Prepare a program of FRAs in accordance with fire safety guidance, good practice and the Associations policies and procedures. Carry out desk top review of FRAs as required.
- To issue work and maintenance programs of remedial work following inspections.
- Work with maintenance teams to ensure specifications, schedules of work, estimates etc. comply with relevant legislation.
- To monitor the performance of internal teams, contractors, or consultants.
- Provide technical reports and advice to the Asset Manager / Head of Maintenance following reports of a fire, near miss incidents etc. Prepare reports on fire safety.
- Review historical scheme information and files to determine products used and compile fire safety files for schemes.
- Work with the Asset Manager / Head of Maintenance / Health and Safety Officer in developing, reviewing, and maintaining fire safety strategies, procedures, and policies.
- Work with members of the Development team and advise on fire safety and design on new schemes.
- Be prepared to offer training and presentations to staff and residents on fire safety.
- Deal with queries or complaints regarding fire safety as required.
- Be aware of and comply with Statutory and Legal obligations, the Groups corporate aims, values, policies and procedures, tenancy conditions and good practice.
- To manage their own personal development needs actively seek to keep up to date with any changes in building and maintenance laws etc.
- Formal building qualification (preferably HNC in Building related subject) or equivalent knowledge/skills and experienced in fire safety and risk assessments
- Formal qualification such as NEBOSH/IFE/IFSM and practical knowledge of building practices, systems, and components
- Comprehensive understanding of fire safety legislation and compliance and how it relates to social housing and property.
- Experience of carrying out fire risk assessments and diagnosing works required.
- Detailed knowledge of Fire Safety Order (RRO) 2005
- Good communication skills both verbal and written
- Able to prioritize own workload, manage changing demands and meet deadlines
- Professional and organised approach to work
- Must have a full driving license and use of a vehicle