NHS Jobs

Fire Health & Safety Officer

E9 6SR

Key information

Pay
from £32,557 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
9 Oct 2026
Closing date
8 Nov 2026

About this role

stakeholders, and driving safety improvements across a complex healthcare environment. What you'll do Provide specialist fire safety advice and guidance across the hospital estate Conduct fire risk assessments and develop associated action plans Deliver engaging fire safety and emergency evacuation training to colleagues Support fire safety audits, inspections and assurance activities Investigate fire-related incidents, unwanted alarm activations and near misses Produce fire safety reports and maintain accurate records Liaise with external stakeholders, including the Fire and Rescue Service Support managers in meeting their fire safety responsibilities and regulatory obligations What you'll bring We're looking for someone with previous fire safety experience within healthcare or similarly regulated environments and a passion for creating safer workplaces.

You'll have

A recognised fire safety qualification such as NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate, CFPA qualification, or equivalent experience Level 3 Fire Risk Assessor qualification Sound knowledge of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and HTM 05 guidance PAS 79 knowledge and/or qualification (recognised methodology for fire risk assessments) Experience carrying out fire risk assessments and implementing corrective actions Strong communication and training delivery skills Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities The confidence to influence stakeholders and promote a positive safety culture Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications