Job Description

Fire Safety Compliance Manager

London Hybrid Working
700 per day (Umbrella)
Contract

Ceto Talent is recruiting for an experienced Fire Safety Compliance Manager to provide technical fire safety leadership across a large and complex property portfolio.

This is a specialist role focused on fire safety governance, compliance, assurance and risk management within a varied built environment.

About You

• Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or equivalent recognised professional body.
• Level 4 or higher qualification in Fire Safety, Fire Engineering or Fire Risk Assessment.
• Proven experience operating as a fire safety subject matter expert within complex estates.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order
  • Approved Document B
  • BS 9999
  • Fire Engineering principles (PD 7974)
• Experience reviewing fire strategies, fire risk assessments and engineered fire safety solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex fire risks clearly to senior stakeholders.

Desirable

• Third-party accredited Fire Risk Assessor.
• Experience within infrastructure, public sector or regulated environments.
• Experience delivering fire safety assurance, audit or compliance programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide fire safety governance, technical assurance and specialist advice.
• Review fire strategies and assess the impact of building and operational change.
• Deliver risk-based assurance and compliance activities.
• Conduct audits, inspections and compliance reviews.
• Review fire risk assessments and support mitigation strategies.
• Produce reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Support the continuous improvement of fire safety management systems.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants and operational teams to manage fire safety risks.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting fire safety compliance across a diverse estate while influencing strategic decision-making and continuous improvement activities.

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.