Fire Safety Officer

Our client is a fast-growing, ambitious science and technology organisation, developing a world-class campus in Oxford to support breakthrough research and innovation. The organisation is investing heavily in a state-of-the-art facility that will enable a transformative impact at a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

You will oversee fire safety compliance across all buildings, including new facilities as they open and therefore, will have the opportunity to build and lead a team to support this expansion. As the organisation scales, you will guide future fire safety strategy decisions.

• Own fire safety compliance across all sites, including Fire Risk Assessments and remedial action management.
• Ensure inspection, testing, and maintenance of all fire protection systems in line with legislation and best practice.
• Act as the fire safety subject-matter expert, advising on incidents, audits, and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver fire safety training, fire drills, and promote a proactive fire safety culture.
• Develop and maintain fire safety documentation, records, policies, and emergency procedures.
• Provide fire safety input for new projects, refurbishments, and building modifications, and report compliance status to senior management.

Essential Requirements

• IFE Level 3 (or higher) qualification in fire safety or fire engineering.
• NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate or equivalent.
• Strong track record in a fire safety role, preferably across multiple sites.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and best practices.
• Strong experience conducting Fire Risk Assessments.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to train and influence staff at all levels.
• Experience providing fire safety advice for construction projects, refurbishments, or building modifications.

What’s on Offer

• Travel allowance + bonus scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Life Assurance
• Clear path for progression
• Enhanced holiday pay
• Electric Car Scheme

This is an exciting opportunity to join at an early stage and play a key role in shaping the fire safety function as the organisation continues to grow.

Apply Now

If you're ready to take the next step in fire safety, apply now or contact Hugo Oliver on 02038 174003 / 07947 648308 or email holiver@carriera.co.uk

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