Job summary
To be responsible for the effective delivery of all of the Fire Safety Services across the Trust's sites.
To develop and offer direction, leadership and management in the delivery of the longer term fire safety management strategy for the Trust. To act as the "Competent Person", as required in statute, for fire safety across the Trust. To be the principal technical authority on all fire compliance and operational fire matters to the Trust. To ensure close collaboration with internal departments and external partners to ensure that all fire related implications are considered as part of any service reconfiguration schemes. To be responsible for advising on fire safety matters for the Trust's capital investment programme. To ensure delivery of a prioritised remedial fire safety capital programme to the satisfaction of the Director of Capital Development and Property and the Director of Facilities and Estates.
Main duties of the job
The Trust Fire Safety Manager holds a crucial and multifaceted role within the organisation:
Development and implementation of the Trust's fire compliance functions.
Compliance with relevant statutory and NHS requirements is paramount.
Leads projects aimed at maintaining and improving the Trust's fire safety equipment.
Budget management for fire safety compliance works, fire safety remedial works, and the operation of the RSCH Helideck.
The Fire Safety Manager oversees the management of the Trust workforce in several critical areas:
Setting and maintaining standards for operating governance, risk, and compliance procedures.
Responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing operational policies.
Identify new and emerging risks, as well as to address these risks.
The role requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong leadership skills, work collaboratively with other members of the Estates and Facilities leadership team, as well as with staff across the organization.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached the detailed job description and person specification for your review.
The job description outlines the key duties, tasks, and objectives associated with the role, while the person specification details the necessary qualifications, skills, and attributes required for a successful candidate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached the detailed job description and person specification for your review.
The job description outlines the key duties, tasks, and objectives associated with the role, while the person specification details the necessary qualifications, skills, and attributes required for a successful candidate.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualification
Essential
- Level 5 Diploma in Fire Safety & Risk management
- Significant advanced practical knowledge and experience, of working and managing in a technical fire safety role which has a strong element of achieving statutory compliance. This may include but not be limited to, working in a fire safety consultancy, or working in a Fire Service enforcement capacity .
- A strong understanding of HTM guidance, CLG guidance and Building Regulations guidance and British Standards.
- Knowledge of statutory requirements including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, Town Planning, Building Regulations, Management of Asbestos, Health and Safety at work, Disability Discrimination Act, etc.
- Experience at a senior level in the management of Fire Safety in a complex organisation.
Desirable
- City and Guilds in Delivering Learning (or PTTLLS), IOSH / NEBOSH / ROSPA Qualification in accident / incident investigation.
- Relevant industry qualification (IFE, FPA, FIA, BRE or similar)
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Judgment and analytical abilities, negotiation, presentation, organisational and planning, report writing, excellent communication, motivation skills.
Desirable
- Able to develop standards, guidance, policies and procedures.
- Able to manage conflicting priorities on a daily basis.
- Knowledge of capital building and fire engineering costs
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification
Experience and Qualification
Essential
- Level 5 Diploma in Fire Safety & Risk management
- Significant advanced practical knowledge and experience, of working and managing in a technical fire safety role which has a strong element of achieving statutory compliance. This may include but not be limited to, working in a fire safety consultancy, or working in a Fire Service enforcement capacity .
- A strong understanding of HTM guidance, CLG guidance and Building Regulations guidance and British Standards.
- Knowledge of statutory requirements including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, Town Planning, Building Regulations, Management of Asbestos, Health and Safety at work, Disability Discrimination Act, etc.
- Experience at a senior level in the management of Fire Safety in a complex organisation.
Desirable
- City and Guilds in Delivering Learning (or PTTLLS), IOSH / NEBOSH / ROSPA Qualification in accident / incident investigation.
- Relevant industry qualification (IFE, FPA, FIA, BRE or similar)
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Judgment and analytical abilities, negotiation, presentation, organisational and planning, report writing, excellent communication, motivation skills.
Desirable
- Able to develop standards, guidance, policies and procedures.
- Able to manage conflicting priorities on a daily basis.
- Knowledge of capital building and fire engineering costs
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Worthing/Southland/St. Richard's Hospitals/Brighton/Haywards Heath
Worthing/Chichester/Brighton
BN11 2DH
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
