Head of Fire Safety

A market leading provider of operational risk, compliance and safety solutions is seeking an exceptional Head of Fire Safety to lead and grow their fire safety function.

Working with over 500 prestigious clients across the built environment, this leading consultancy delivers trusted compliance solutions that ensure safe and secure working environments.

Reporting to the Professional Services Director, the Head of Fire Safety will act as the organisation's technical authority, driving excellence, quality and commercial performance across the fire service line.

The Head of Fire Safety's Role

• Acting as lead technical authority on fire safety matters
  Overseeing fire risk assessments, fire strategies, fire management plans and compartmentation surveys
  Monitoring UK legislation including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Building Safety Act 2022
  Supporting complex, high-risk assessments and fire-related incidents
  Leading QA, peer reviews and consultant competence frameworks
  Providing technical input into tenders and supporting business growth
  Building relationships with Fire Authorities, IFSM, IFE and the Building Safety Regulator

The Head of Fire Safety

• Full Member of IFSM or IFE
  IFSM Tier 3 (or eligible)
  Minimum Level 5 fire qualification (Fire Engineering degree desirable)
  8+ years' senior fire safety experience within consultancy
  Strong knowledge of UK fire legislation and guidance
  Commercially aware, strategic and confident advising stakeholders

In Return?

• 80,000- 95,000
• Hybrid working (home-based with occasional London travel)
  Private healthcare
• 5% pension
• 4x life cover
  25 days' holiday + benefits
  Professional membership reimbursement

This is a high-impact opportunity for a Head of Fire Safety to shape strategy, lead technical delivery and position the business as a recognised leader in fire safety.

If you are leading Fire Safety Professional considering your career opportunities, then contact Lauren Banks at Brandon James on (phone number removed).

: LB21478

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