Fire Safety Adviser

You will support the Fire Safety Team in the provision of a comprehensive service throughout the Trust, geared to the delivery of high standards in the working environment and safe practices relative to staff, patients and other users of Trust services.You will be required to provide specialist support to the Trust on all aspects of fire safety, providing support for implementing the Trust Health and Safety Policies.

You will monitor and maintain the arrangements for fire risk assessment, including providing advice and the facilitation of specialist fire training to all levels across the Trust.We want people who can use their initiative, work across professional boundaries and develop positive relationships with internal and external partners.

We aim to provide a friendly and professional working environment, whilst delivering a high standard of customer care.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Participate as a member of the fire safety team, in delivery, monitoring and evaluating all aspects of fire safety

To promote the Trusts (Fire Team) (Health & Safety Team) as a centre of excellence

Advise and assist management in the interpretation and application of Firecode, fire safety legislation and other guidance relevant to healthcare premises

When requested, advise management with regard to their responsibilities in respect of key fire safety duties detailed in the Trust Fire Policy

The investigation, when needed, of fire-related incidents and fire alarm actuations

Manage and supervise the purchasing, siting and maintenance of all fire fighting equipment and fixed installations.

Contribute to the design phase of capital and revenue building projects with regard to fire safety advise, attend site meetings and carry out fire safety checks on contractors sites and report any breeches of legislation

Prepare and implement an efficient training programme for all grades of staff on fire safety, including evacuation in the event of fire

Undertake and complete fire risk assessments, including, where appropriate, providing advice, facilitation and training for staff. Develop and maintain standards, including working with managers

To undertake surveys and audits in relation to Fire Safety

Liaises with the Local Fire Authority in the inspections of buildings

duties that would be a reasonable expectation of the role

Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

Contractual requirements

Qualifications

Essential: - Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualifications relating to fire safety

Desirable: - Membership of an appropriate professional body such as Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE)

Training

Essential: - Experience of preparing and delivering comprehensive Fire Safety Training

Desirable: - Training Qualification

Experience

Desirable: - Experience of Fire Risk Assessments in a Healthcare inpatient setting

Knowledge

Essential: - Comprehensive understanding of Building Control: Approve Document B Volume 2

Desirable: - Comprehensive understanding of Healthcare Technical Memorandums (HTM's) Firecode relating Fire Safety

Skills

Essential: - Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills