Careers
Fire Safety Competency and Development Manager
Location: Office, remote, field-based
Role Type: Full-time
Reporting to the Head of Fire Risk Assessments, The Fire Safety Competency and Development Manager will provide specific and relevant training to fire risk assessors to improve the competency and capability of the team and the quality of the fire risk assessments.
Here are the responsibilities of the Fire Safety Competency and Development Manager at FCS-live…
- Create a robust development pathway for fire risk assessors to incorporate a suite of formal qualifications and training programmes that will provide a career pathway for new fire risk assessors
- Assess the competency of fire risk assessors and identify knowledge gaps
- Provide training at appropriate levels to educate assessors at various levels of experience
- Create guidance and training on updates to legislation and guidance.
Here are the skills required of Fire Safety Competency and Development Manager at FCS-live...
- Minimum of 5 years continuous experience of on-site fire risk assessment (FRA) inspections and report writing
- Extensive experience of undertaking and, a good understanding of, Types 1 – 4 FRAs
- Broad range of property purpose group experience, eg. example residential, commercial, industrial, etc.
- Level 4 qualified and holds membership with a professional fire safety body such as the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) and/or Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM)
- Third party fire risk assessment accreditation.
Make a difference every day
If you’re looking to make an impact across an industry, you’re in the right place. We’re continuously innovating ways to better manage fire safety and we’re always looking for like-minded individuals.
Our benefits
- Your team is made up of passionate people who support each other, collaborate, are heard and valued
- Your health is important, so we have Healthcare Cash Plans (employee and children), assistance programs and company sick pay, designed to support you and your loved ones
- Your work/life balance includes 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an invitation to all company social events that you won’t want to miss
- Your growth is not limited. We encourage personal development through training and qualifications so we can grow stronger, together.
I have been welcomed into an environment that not only values my contributions but actively supports my professional development and excels in fostering effective communication and support. This proactive approach to learning has not only expanded my knowledge but has also equipped me with the latest industry insights and best practices.
- Matt Smith
