Job summary
The role will provide specialist fire safety advice to the Trust. The postholder will be involved in all elements of fire safety, from undertaking risk assessments to developing policies, procedures and training, to supporting Capital Projects. This role is essential to ensuring the Trust are managing the risk of fire effectively and suits a pro-active individual who is keen to promote continuous improvement and awareness.
Main duties of the job
To provide specialist technical advice and guidance to senior management and the Trust Board to ensure the Trust is able to meet its statutory obligations under The Regulatory Reform Order (Fire Safety) 2005, compliance with NHS Estates, Health Technical Memorandum and other relevant fire safety legislation. This will include the development and maintenance of suitable and sufficient systems of work in respect of fire protection, fire prevention and fire safety management in the Trust as follows; fire risk assessments, reviews, training and fire audit inspections.
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Science or engineering-based qualification; or extensive experience of fire safety.
- Membership of a professional organisation (e.g. the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE); the Institute of Fire Prevention Officers (IFPO); National Association of Healthcare Fire Officers (NAHFO).
Desirable
- Other relevant qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Several years of practical experience in delivering fire safety.
- Extensive experience in developing and delivering training sessions
- Experience and knowledge of undertaking specialist fire risk assessments.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a hospital environment
- HTM/AFD Knowledge
Other
Essential
- Key Elements from Person Spec (Other) section
Knowledge
Essential
- Practical knowledge and interpretation of The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
- Working knowledge of relevant fire safety elements
Desirable
- Practical knowledge and interpretation of The Building Regulations 2010
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Science or engineering-based qualification; or extensive experience of fire safety.
- Membership of a professional organisation (e.g. the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE); the Institute of Fire Prevention Officers (IFPO); National Association of Healthcare Fire Officers (NAHFO).
Desirable
- Other relevant qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Several years of practical experience in delivering fire safety.
- Extensive experience in developing and delivering training sessions
- Experience and knowledge of undertaking specialist fire risk assessments.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a hospital environment
- HTM/AFD Knowledge
Other
Essential
- Key Elements from Person Spec (Other) section
Knowledge
Essential
- Practical knowledge and interpretation of The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
- Working knowledge of relevant fire safety elements
Desirable
- Practical knowledge and interpretation of The Building Regulations 2010
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).
