Job summary To be the named competent person for all fire safety related matters for Broomfield Hospital, Braintree Community Hospital, St.Michaels Hospital, St.Peter'sHospital, and other hospitals under the Mid Essex remit including its associated internal and external services. By the provision of such competent advice, assist the Trust Board, Chief Director of Estates and Facilities, the Head of Fire & Compliance, and the Deputy Head of Compliance in providing and maintaining an adequate level of fire precautions within Trust premises. As the competent person for fire you will ensure the trust complies with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005(FSO), NHS Estates Firecode Policy and Principles, and associated management/design guidance. The post holder will work closely with the Estates and Facilities Division, Health and Safety Department, and departmental managers in order to ensure the provision of a fire safe environment for patients/staff/visitors and to facilitate sustained/improved patient care and wellbeing in relation to fire safety. Ensure that fire safety statutory compliance is coordinated, maintained and all statutory notices served by the local authority/fire service are actioned. Main duties of the job Prepare and present periodic reports to management and Directorates, on minor works, the condition of fire safety measures within the Trust, and day-to-day fire safety issues. Act as the site lead competent person for fire in accordance with current statutory provisions. Ensure all fire incidents are reported, recorded, investigated and managed on the corporate Risk Management system. Prepare reports on all such incidents for the Head of Fire Safety, the Trust Fire Safety Group and the Trust Health and Safety Group. Develop and manage systems and procedures designed to reduce the number of unwanted fire alarms within the Trust, in accordance with Firecode and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) guidance. Monitor annual statistics for all fire alarms for the purpose of reviewing key performance indicators for the fire safety measures. Supervise and supervise the adequate provision, siting and maintenance of all fire-fighting equipment throughout Trust premises. Apply the principles for Fire Risk Assessment under Firecode documents HTM05-03 Part K using the Trust's preferred documentation/system. Ensure all Trust premises have been Risk Assessed, review such assessments and update as necessary. Conduct Fire Safety visits and report to the Head of Fire Safety on compliance and performance. About us With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities. Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust. Date posted 22 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-EFM-BR-0816 Job locations Broomfield Court Road Broomfield CM1 7ET Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached JD for further details of this fabulous role. If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached JD for further details of this fabulous role. If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Essential Essential Educated to Masters Degree Level or equivalent relevant experience Desirable NEBOSH Diploma in a risk management field Essential Essential Post graduate fire safety qualifications specific to healthcare Desirable CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention Person Specification Essential Essential Educated to Masters Degree Level or equivalent relevant experience Desirable NEBOSH Diploma in a risk management field Essential Essential Post graduate fire safety qualifications specific to healthcare Desirable CFPA Diploma in Fire Prevention Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Broomfield Court Road Broomfield CM1 7ET Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)