Job summary To support the Fire Safety Manager in establishing and leading a 'fire safety management system' across the Organisation and building key working relationships internally and externally. Responsible for ensuring the organisation meets is statutory obligations in respect of fire safety and advising committees of the effects of new or amended legislation and on the effectiveness of compliance. To manage, organise, implement, co-ordinate and maintain full efficient fire prevention and fire precautions and the training of staff in all premises managed by the Trust. Responsible for implementing and undertaking fire training for all Trust Staff in the premises managed by the Trust and maintaining an up to date database recording all training undertaken. To provide expert advice and guidance to managers and staff at all levels of the organisation, identifying fire safety priorities and assisting in overall prioritisation within the Trust's Fire Safety Capital programme. Together with the Fire Safety Manager to carry out inspections and audits against current fir legislation and fire practices across the Trust. Responsible for providing accurate fire risk assessments and action plans. Procedure comprehensive reports for communicating to all levels within the Trust including Executive Committees and Trust Board external organisations. To deputise the Fire Manager as required. Main duties of the job Deputy Fire Safety Manager Based across all our sites. University Hospital Lewisham, Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Community sites Main duties of the job To ensure the Trust is compliant with the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 RRO and Fire code HTM-05-01 Managing Healthcare Fire Safety Responsible for the delivery of fire safety training To undertake fire risk assessments To act in support of the FS manager Advise the FS manager of issues Review and development of fire safety related policies, procedures and practices, Deliver FS improvements To ensure fire safety incidents are investigated and followed up appropriately To assist in the co-ordination and preparation of fire safety audits. Managers and staff to plan, simulate fire evacuations To maintain the Trust's risk register with regard to Fire Safety Risks. To ensure records are maintained for: Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Safety Audits Fire Accident, Arson, Incident Reports About us Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations: 1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development 2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability 3. Improving the experience of staff with disability 4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development 5. Making equalities mainstream Date posted 30 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £25.08 an hour Inclusive Contract Bank Duration 6 months Working pattern Flexible working Reference number C9197-24-1286 Job locations Lewisham Hospital Nhs Trust Lewisham High Street London SE13 6LH Queen Elizabeth Hospital Nhs Trust Stadium Road London SE18 4QH Job description Job responsibilities Main duties of the job To ensure the Trust is compliant with the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 RRO and Fire code HTM-05-01 Managing Healthcare Fire Safety Responsible for the delivery of fire safety training To undertake fire risk assessments To act in support of the FS manager Advise the FS manager of issues Review and development of fire safety related policies, procedures and practices, Deliver FS improvements To ensure fire safety incidents are investigated and followed up appropriately To assist in the co-ordination and preparation of fire safety audits. Managers and staff to plan / simulate fire evacuations To maintain the Trust's risk register with regard to Fire Safety Risks. To ensure records are maintained for: Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Safety Audits Fire Accident/ Arson / Incident Reports Job description Job responsibilities Main duties of the job To ensure the Trust is compliant with the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 RRO and Fire code HTM-05-01 Managing Healthcare Fire Safety Responsible for the delivery of fire safety training To undertake fire risk assessments To act in support of the FS manager Advise the FS manager of issues Review and development of fire safety related policies, procedures and practices, Deliver FS improvements To ensure fire safety incidents are investigated and followed up appropriately To assist in the co-ordination and preparation of fire safety audits. Managers and staff to plan / simulate fire evacuations To maintain the Trust's risk register with regard to Fire Safety Risks. To ensure records are maintained for: Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Safety Audits Fire Accident/ Arson / Incident Reports Person Specification Experience Essential Able to demonstrate substantial fire safety experience Fire Safety experience within the NHS or other large public sector organisations Experience in the application of fire safety legislation, Firecode and other fire related guidance documents Ability to assess, develop and deliver comprehensive fire training and lectures Experience of preparing and delivering training courses Desirable Fire risk assessment and audits within a healthcare setting Comprehensive working knowledge of fire detection, emergency lighting and other active systems in relation to fire safety measures Qualifications Essential Educated to a Masters level or equivalent Professional qualification relating to Fire Safety Desirable Fires Service or NHS Fire Safety Advisor background Membership of the IFE or equivalent Personal Qualities Essential Diplomatic Personable, outgoing, determined and self motivated Initiative and willingness to take responsibility A practical approach to problem solving Able to communicate confidently and effectively to colleagues at all levels and contribute to meetings Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and work to deadlines Knowledge & Skills Essential Thorough knowledge of the application of current fire safety legislation to a range of premises Knowledge of NHS guidance Firecode and HBNs. Budget management skills Report writing skills Able to demonstrate ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to use initiative, organise own workload and delegate duties Ability to influence others both directly and indirectly Excellent IT skills, able to use all aspects of Microsoft Office. Desirable Understanding of Fire Engineering principles and Fire Modelling Knowledge of risk management methods Working knowledge of fire legislation and Firecode Person Specification Experience Essential Able to demonstrate substantial fire safety experience Fire Safety experience within the NHS or other large public sector organisations Experience in the application of fire safety legislation, Firecode and other fire related guidance documents Ability to assess, develop and deliver comprehensive fire training and lectures Experience of preparing and delivering training courses Desirable Fire risk assessment and audits within a healthcare setting Comprehensive working knowledge of fire detection, emergency lighting and other active systems in relation to fire safety measures Qualifications Essential Educated to a Masters level or equivalent Professional qualification relating to Fire Safety Desirable Fires Service or NHS Fire Safety Advisor background Membership of the IFE or equivalent Personal Qualities Essential Diplomatic Personable, outgoing, determined and self motivated Initiative and willingness to take responsibility A practical approach to problem solving Able to communicate confidently and effectively to colleagues at all levels and contribute to meetings Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and work to deadlines Knowledge & Skills Essential Thorough knowledge of the application of current fire safety legislation to a range of premises Knowledge of NHS guidance Firecode and HBNs. Budget management skills Report writing skills Able to demonstrate ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to use initiative, organise own workload and delegate duties Ability to influence others both directly and indirectly Excellent IT skills, able to use all aspects of Microsoft Office. Desirable Understanding of Fire Engineering principles and Fire Modelling Knowledge of risk management methods Working knowledge of fire legislation and Firecode 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. Employer details Employer name Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Address Lewisham Hospital Nhs Trust Lewisham High Street London SE13 6LH Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)