Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fire Safety Advisor within the Estates Department within Barts Health NHS Trust. With a turnover of £1.4 billion and a workforce of around 16,000, Barts Health is the largest NHS trust in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The Trust's five hospitals - St Bartholomew's Hospital in the City, including the Barts Heart Centre, The Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel, Newham University Hospital in Plaistow, Whipps Cross University Hospital in Leytonstone and Mile End - deliver high quality compassionate care to the 2.5 million people of East London and beyond.
Recent improvements has led to a stronger focus on providing Safe and Compassionate care to our patients and this has increased opportunities available to learn, develop and expand your career. We believe that providing excellent education, training and development for our staff is essential. We offer a wide range of benefits for example access to childcare vouchers, home-electronic scheme giving you discounted prices for home -electronics, salary sacrifice for cars, season ticket loans and access to staff discount for local restaurants.
Main duties of the job
The Fire Safety Advisors acts as a focus for all fire safety matters in the organisation with accountability for fire safety matters reporting up to the Site Director of Estates and Facilities Management (Director with fire safety responsibility).
By the provision of competent advice, assist (and where required to the Group Fire Safety) in providing and maintaining levels of fire precaution within Trust premises in line with NHS Health Technical Memorandum 05:01 (HTM05:01) requirements, and maintaining good relationships with the Local Fire Brigade.
As the competent person for fire, the post holder will ensure that that the Trust complies with all aspects of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO) legislation and will work closely with all relevant parties within the hospital and externally to ensure the provision of a fire safe environment for patients/staff/visitors and to facilitate sustained care and well-being in relation to fire safety.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will be formally appointed in line with HTM05:01 fire safety management structure
- The post holder will act as the direct contact with the London Fire Brigade LFB, in relation to fire safety matters and information for the benefit of operational firefighting. Through regular meetings, develop and maintain communication links with representatives of LFB, providing information relating to the state of the fire safety measure and findings of the Fire Risk Assessments when required
- The post holder will work with all members of the Trust to ensure a safe and healthy environment (fire) for the Trust to meet its responsibilities under the Health and Social Care (H&SC) Act 2008 and to meet the standards of the Code of Practice, which encompasses the H&SC Act; Regulation 12 Safe Treatment and Care and Regulation 15 Premises and Equipment
- The post holder will provide and receive complex information regarding fire safety legislation, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, NHS HTM05 Series and other associated fire guidance for the benefit of the Trust
- The post holder will implement the Trusts Fire Safety Policy and the underpinning procedures and protocols in line with current legislation and guidance
- The post holder will undertake fire risk assessments in line with the requirements set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, NHS HTM 05 documentation
- The post holder will liaise with the Emergency Planning Officer and Trust representatives, as well as external organisations to develop, implement and review the organisations fire emergency plan
- The post holder will know the limits of their capabilities and when necessary seek specialist advice from an Authorising Engineer (Fire) and Group Fire Safety Advisor
- To work with the Trust Fire Advisor to develop and maintain an environment, which will reduce the risk of harm to patients/clients, their relatives/carers and other healthcare personnel, through programmes of risk assessments and inspections in compliance with legislative frameworks, education programmes and awareness
- To establish and maintain communications and good working relationships to promote and respond to Fire and Safety issues through the Site Health and Safety Committee and Site Fire Safety Committee
- Required to plan, implement and monitor the annual fire risk assessments for all sites, linking these to best practice approaches NHS Standards especially those related to Safety and the environment and trust risk assessment policies
- Responsible for developing policies and procedures, ensuring they are focused on both staff and patients, regularly reviewed and amended in light of legislation and regulatory requirements
- Recommend and design Fire Strategies as part of Capital Investment Project Officers and external consultants on fire precautions required for existing premises and on fire prevention standards required where there are alterations to buildings or plant or for incorporation into new buildings
- Provide strategic guidance and technical advice on fire safety issues and related procedures at all sites. This requires dealing with all staff from Site Board level down through the organisation
- Undertake audits on the efficient and safe operation of all fire fighting equipment, emergency lighting and fire alarm systems (list not exclusive) in association with the relevant Estates Officer
- Will be required to design and specify training courses in Fire Safety on the performance of specific roles (e.g. from Fire Warden to Senior Management etc.) and to recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective delivery method
- To assist in the organisation and review of fire drills, desk top exercises and other simulations
- Required to collect and analyse fire and unwanted fire call statistics, conduct investigations and suggest risk management options, as well as entering the statistics in the relevant databases for Site Fire Committees
- Work as part of the fire safety management team ensuring that all risks within the Trust are identified and controlled, with particular emphasis on Fire Safety
- Attend regular site based Non-Clinical Safety Committee Meetings to address concerns raised and provide advice and guidance as appropriate
- Assist the Group Fire Safety Advisor in ensuring the Trust meets the requirements of Standards for Better Health and other applicable standards, leading on key criteria as directed
- Will be required to undertake investigations of adverse events, and carryout root causes analysis with relevant managers and makes recommendations to future incidents, as directed by the Trust Fire Manager
- Work with the Estates & Facilities Service, Capital Projects during refurbishment of existing sites and development of new buildings to comply with fire safety and legislation, ensuring patient safety needs are maintained at the highest standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will be formally appointed in line with HTM05:01 fire safety management structure
- The post holder will act as the direct contact with the London Fire Brigade LFB, in relation to fire safety matters and information for the benefit of operational firefighting. Through regular meetings, develop and maintain communication links with representatives of LFB, providing information relating to the state of the fire safety measure and findings of the Fire Risk Assessments when required
- The post holder will work with all members of the Trust to ensure a safe and healthy environment (fire) for the Trust to meet its responsibilities under the Health and Social Care (H&SC) Act 2008 and to meet the standards of the Code of Practice, which encompasses the H&SC Act; Regulation 12 Safe Treatment and Care and Regulation 15 Premises and Equipment
- The post holder will provide and receive complex information regarding fire safety legislation, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, NHS HTM05 Series and other associated fire guidance for the benefit of the Trust
- The post holder will implement the Trusts Fire Safety Policy and the underpinning procedures and protocols in line with current legislation and guidance
- The post holder will undertake fire risk assessments in line with the requirements set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, NHS HTM 05 documentation
- The post holder will liaise with the Emergency Planning Officer and Trust representatives, as well as external organisations to develop, implement and review the organisations fire emergency plan
- The post holder will know the limits of their capabilities and when necessary seek specialist advice from an Authorising Engineer (Fire) and Group Fire Safety Advisor
- To work with the Trust Fire Advisor to develop and maintain an environment, which will reduce the risk of harm to patients/clients, their relatives/carers and other healthcare personnel, through programmes of risk assessments and inspections in compliance with legislative frameworks, education programmes and awareness
- To establish and maintain communications and good working relationships to promote and respond to Fire and Safety issues through the Site Health and Safety Committee and Site Fire Safety Committee
- Required to plan, implement and monitor the annual fire risk assessments for all sites, linking these to best practice approaches NHS Standards especially those related to Safety and the environment and trust risk assessment policies
- Responsible for developing policies and procedures, ensuring they are focused on both staff and patients, regularly reviewed and amended in light of legislation and regulatory requirements
- Recommend and design Fire Strategies as part of Capital Investment Project Officers and external consultants on fire precautions required for existing premises and on fire prevention standards required where there are alterations to buildings or plant or for incorporation into new buildings
- Provide strategic guidance and technical advice on fire safety issues and related procedures at all sites. This requires dealing with all staff from Site Board level down through the organisation
- Undertake audits on the efficient and safe operation of all fire fighting equipment, emergency lighting and fire alarm systems (list not exclusive) in association with the relevant Estates Officer
- Will be required to design and specify training courses in Fire Safety on the performance of specific roles (e.g. from Fire Warden to Senior Management etc.) and to recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective delivery method
- To assist in the organisation and review of fire drills, desk top exercises and other simulations
- Required to collect and analyse fire and unwanted fire call statistics, conduct investigations and suggest risk management options, as well as entering the statistics in the relevant databases for Site Fire Committees
- Work as part of the fire safety management team ensuring that all risks within the Trust are identified and controlled, with particular emphasis on Fire Safety
- Attend regular site based Non-Clinical Safety Committee Meetings to address concerns raised and provide advice and guidance as appropriate
- Assist the Group Fire Safety Advisor in ensuring the Trust meets the requirements of Standards for Better Health and other applicable standards, leading on key criteria as directed
- Will be required to undertake investigations of adverse events, and carryout root causes analysis with relevant managers and makes recommendations to future incidents, as directed by the Trust Fire Manager
- Work with the Estates & Facilities Service, Capital Projects during refurbishment of existing sites and development of new buildings to comply with fire safety and legislation, ensuring patient safety needs are maintained at the highest standards.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of Fire safety management providing expert advice and knowledge to the Trust Board and operational staff across departmental boundaries on fire safety, fire risk management, fire legislation and codes of practice and fire safety training.
- Understand and undertake fire risk assessments within a healthcare environment.
- Experience of working with Capital Projects team/contractors for new build or refurbishment projects.
- Understanding of healthcare planning and standards.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out fire safety audits and risk assessments.
- Ability to make judgments and apply provisions of highly complex legislation, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 associated health and safety legislation, NHS HTM 05:01 Firecode documents and other associated fire guidance for the benefit of the Trust.
- Develop and deliver fire training programmes to all levels of staff members within the Trust.
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
- Excellent computer IT skills and database skills.
- Develop and maintain communication with people on complex matters, issues and ideas.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable knowledge of Healthcare guidance, HTM's, HBN's and other industry specific guidance.
- Conversant with HTM, HBN, IEE EN and British Standards, Fire code and Encode.
- Thorough working knowledge of all current legislation, NHS guidance and advice notes.
Desirable
- Understanding of Fire Modelling and Fire Engineering techniques.
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist Fire Safety Courses e.g. Fire Service College or NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management and or relevant Fire Service experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
- Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers/or relevant professional body.
- Qualification in Risk Assessment and/or Health and Safety Regulations.
- Qualified/experienced Training instructor.
Desirable
- Current NEBOSH general certificate.
Other
Essential
- Adaptability, flexibility and ability to copy with uncertainty and change
- Professional calm and effective manner.
- Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of Fire safety management providing expert advice and knowledge to the Trust Board and operational staff across departmental boundaries on fire safety, fire risk management, fire legislation and codes of practice and fire safety training.
- Understand and undertake fire risk assessments within a healthcare environment.
- Experience of working with Capital Projects team/contractors for new build or refurbishment projects.
- Understanding of healthcare planning and standards.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out fire safety audits and risk assessments.
- Ability to make judgments and apply provisions of highly complex legislation, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 associated health and safety legislation, NHS HTM 05:01 Firecode documents and other associated fire guidance for the benefit of the Trust.
- Develop and deliver fire training programmes to all levels of staff members within the Trust.
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
- Excellent computer IT skills and database skills.
- Develop and maintain communication with people on complex matters, issues and ideas.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable knowledge of Healthcare guidance, HTM's, HBN's and other industry specific guidance.
- Conversant with HTM, HBN, IEE EN and British Standards, Fire code and Encode.
- Thorough working knowledge of all current legislation, NHS guidance and advice notes.
Desirable
- Understanding of Fire Modelling and Fire Engineering techniques.
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist Fire Safety Courses e.g. Fire Service College or NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management and or relevant Fire Service experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
- Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers/or relevant professional body.
- Qualification in Risk Assessment and/or Health and Safety Regulations.
- Qualified/experienced Training instructor.
Desirable
- Current NEBOSH general certificate.
Other
Essential
- Adaptability, flexibility and ability to copy with uncertainty and change
- Professional calm and effective manner.
- Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
