Fire Officer (interim)

The Opportunity:

Avalon, part of Spirehouse Recruitment, are looking for a motivated and proactive interim Fire Officer to lead fire safety compliance and risk management across our property portfolio.

The interim Fire Officer will be responsible for managing specialist contractors, overseeing remedial actions, and providing pragmatic technical advice to ensure our buildings remain safe and fully compliant with statutory regulations.

Key Duties of the interim Fire Officer:

• Lead fire risk management by reviewing Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and monitoring the completion of remedial actions via systems like Risk Hub or Risk Base.
• Manage external contractors and consultants, overseeing service level agreements, budget monitoring, and quality site inspections.
• Ensure all fire safety works, including fire doors, compartmentation, and alarm upgrades, are completed within designated timescales.
• Provide technical advice on active and passive fire systems while ensuring all actions reflect value for money.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Housing and Asset Management, and work with external partners like NFRS on fire safety inspections.
• Prepare and present detailed verbal and written reports on progress, financial performance, and lessons learned to the senior leadership team and regulatory bodies.
• Communicate accessible fire safety information to residents and respond to technical inquiries.

Contract information:

• Contract length: 3-6 months
• Location: West Nottingham
• Rate: £20-£25 per hour
• Impactful Role: Drive efficiency and improve service outcomes for residents within a robust governance structure.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work at a senior level managing significant programmes, resources, and budgets.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a wide range of internal stakeholders and external regulatory partners.
• Flexible Technical Scope: Manage a diverse range of compliance tasks across social housing and residential settings.

Requirements:

• Education & Qualifications: NEBOSH Fire Certificate (or equivalent) is required; an IFE Level 3 or 4 Certificate in Fire Safety is highly desirable.
• Experience: Substantial experience in fire safety management, specifically within social housing, property management, or residential settings.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of UK fire safety legislation, including the FSO 2005, Fire Safety Regulations 2022, and the Building Safety Act 2022.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and specialist software such as Risk Hub, C365, or Capita.
• Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills with a proven track record of implementing projects and driving value for money.
• Professionalism: Ability to operate with integrity while upholding council, professional, and statutory responsibilities.

How to Apply:

Please apply for this role online or contact Matt Baird at Avalon for a confidential discussion.

Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.