Fire Risk Officer

Your New Company
You will be joining a large, well-established university with a diverse and complex estate, including teaching facilities, laboratories, student accommodation, catering spaces, and public buildings. The institution is committed to providing a safe and compliant environment for its community and visitors, underpinned by a strong Estates and Facilities function and a proactive health and safety culture.

Your New Role
As a Fire Risk Officer, you will act as the lead specialist for fire safety across the university estate. Working closely with Estates and Health & Safety teams, you will ensure compliance with all relevant fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and associated regulations.
Key responsibilities include:

Undertaking and managing fire risk assessments across a varied university estate
Developing and maintaining fire strategies for academic, residential, and specialist buildings
Managing and tracking remedial works arising from audits and inspections
Overseeing fire safety systems, statutory inspections, and maintenance regimes
Delivering fire safety advice, guidance, and training to staff and stakeholders
Monitoring compliance performance and reporting through governance structures
Managing external consultants, contractors, and procurement processesYou will play a key role in safeguarding a large university population, ensuring fire safety standards are consistently maintained and continuously improved.

What You'll Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:

A recognised fire safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH Fire Safety or equivalent) and relevant professional membership
Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and building regulations
Proven experience carrying out fire risk assessments across varied and complex premises
Experience managing compliance programmes, contractors, and remedial works
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of university stakeholders
Strong organisational and project management capabilityExperience in higher education, public sector, or similarly complex estates would be advantageous.

What You'll Get in Return

The opportunity to work within a large and diverse university estate
A key role influencing safety and compliance across a broad portfolio of buildings
A collaborative and supportive working environment
Opportunities for professional development within a well-respected institution
A competitive salary and benefits packageWhat You Need to Do Now
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