Fire Safety Advisor

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

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Job summary

Do you have in-depth knowledge of fire safety legislation and regulations? Have you got substantial experience in fire safety or fire engineering? Do you have strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders?

This may be the job for you!

We are currently recruiting for a 24 month fixed term position.

At UHBW we are committed to providing exceptional care and ensuring the safety and security of all patients, staff, and visitors. As we strive for excellence in healthcare, we recognize the critical importance of robust fire safety measures to safeguard our facilities and those within them.

The Band 6 Fire Safety Adviser assumes a pivotal role, working closely with the Principal Fire Officer to develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive fire safety programs and policies. With a primary objective of ensuring the safety and security of patients, staff, visitors, and NHS facilities, this role encompasses a range of critical responsibilities.

Main duties of the job

Your key responsibilities will be:

Conduct thorough assessments of fire risks and develop strategies for effective mitigation.
Facilitate fire safety training programs and conduct regular fire drills to ensure preparedness and adherence to safety protocols.
Maintain effective communication with pertinent authorities, including local fire services, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.
Support the Principal Fire Officer in discharging responsibilities ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation such as the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, NHS HTM05:01, and other associated guidance.
Provide and receive information regarding fire safety legislation, staying abreast of updates and amendments to enhance the Trust's adherence to standards.

In return, you will receive:-

A competitive starting salary and unsocial enhancements
Access to a raft of national and local discount schemes including shopping, holidays and insurance
An industry leading pension where your employer pays in 20.6% of your annual salary!
27+8 days annual leave per year, paid leave including absence

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Date posted

09 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-EF-0336-MF-A

Job locations

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities and person specification please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities and person specification please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

Ability to complete complex fire investigations and the development of investigation reports including on-site attendence
Understanding of the specific fire safety challenges faced by the NHS.

Desirable

Production of concise reports of complex data

Experience

Essential

Extensive knowledge of fire safety legislation and regulations
Experience of recognising hazardous environments and taking action to mitigate risk to those exposed to the hazard
Experience of working in a complex and demanding environment
Experience in the delivery of fire safety training packages.

Desirable

Knowledge of the training to NHS requirements for emergency evacuation

Qualifications

Essential

Substantial demonstrable experience in a similar role or working towards a Master's Degree or equivalent professional qualifications
Full UK driving licence
Level 3 Award in Adult Education or specialist knowledge within the field

Desirable

Membership of a related body

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

Ability to complete complex fire investigations and the development of investigation reports including on-site attendence
Understanding of the specific fire safety challenges faced by the NHS.

Desirable

Production of concise reports of complex data

Experience

Essential

Extensive knowledge of fire safety legislation and regulations
Experience of recognising hazardous environments and taking action to mitigate risk to those exposed to the hazard
Experience of working in a complex and demanding environment
Experience in the delivery of fire safety training packages.

Desirable

Knowledge of the training to NHS requirements for emergency evacuation

Qualifications

Essential

Substantial demonstrable experience in a similar role or working towards a Master's Degree or equivalent professional qualifications
Full UK driving licence
Level 3 Award in Adult Education or specialist knowledge within the field

Desirable

Membership of a related body

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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