Job Description
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).
Ref: LB21478
Head of Fire Safety Fire Engineer / Fire Safety Consultancy / Fire Engineer / Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / ADB / BS 9999 / BS 9991 / BS 7974 / IFE / IFSM / Chartered Fire Engineer / CEng / MIFireE / FIFireE / Fire Safety Design / Building Safety Act / Fire Safety Compliance / Fire Safety Consultancy / Fire Risk Management
