Responsibilities
1. The provision of day-to-day professional guidance, support, and training on all matters related to compliance with fire safety legislation and fire prevention strategies for all Trust freehold and leasehold premises.
2. Ensure all capital and operational schemes are fully fire safety compliant with current legislation, Codes of Practice, and HTM guidance. Contribute to the commissioning, testing, and witnessing of all completed works.
3. Ensure fire safety training and awareness across the Trust is fit for purpose and consistent.
4. Provide specialist fire advice to the Fire and Information Governance Manager and Site Operational Managers regarding fire safety issues and the development, dissemination, and implementation of the Trust Fire Safety Policy.
Maintain accurate records of all fire incidents, investigations, and unwanted fire signals. Report all fire incidents in accordance with NHS protocols and actively work to reduce the number of accidental and unnecessary actuations of fire detection and alarm systems.
The Fire Safety Advisor will provide efficient, effective, and high-quality Estates information capable of meeting all statutory, regulatory, and NHS requirements, ensuring a safe, economical, effective, and efficient service for all fire matters.
Research and interpret legislation, translating it into effective local policies and procedures. Coordinate their practical application and make clear recommendations regarding compliance management arrangements, legislation, and Codes of Practice.
Support the Fire and Information Governance Manager with the appointment and management of external fire safety consultants and other resources to meet statutory fire safety legislation. Validate fire risk assessments for audit and review requirements of the Trust Fire Safety Policy.
Plan, prepare, and deliver fire training across the Trust, ensuring it is tailored to meet operational and legislative needs of all departments. Collaborate with Training and Development to ensure complete and accurate training records are maintained.
Conduct fire safety inspections, risk assessments, and audits on all passive and active fire protection installations within Trust premises. Produce safety reports, clear, measurable, and timetabled action plans, and ensure all documents are current, accurate, and easily retrievable.
You will work for an organization that values and respects its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors, offering excellent benefits, including commitments to professional development and policies supporting work-life balance.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest and busiest NHS Teaching Trusts, providing acute, community, and specialist health services across five hospitals and community services. We serve over 2 million patients annually, employ over 19,000 staff, and have a turnover of £1.5 billion. Our services include a comprehensive range of local and highly specialized services across Sheffield, South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, North Derbyshire, and beyond.
For further details or informal visits, contact: Damien Holden, Deputy Head of Information and Governance, via email at damien.holden@nhs.net or telephone at 07717763113. #J-18808-Ljbffr