Interim Head of Fire Safety

Interim Head of Fire Safety

6 Month Contract

Location: London (Hybrid working)

Rate: £400 per day (Inside IR35)

We are supporting a leading educational establishment to recruit an Interim Head of Fire Safety. This role provides strategic oversight and practical leadership within fire safety management, reporting into the Director of Health & Safety. The successful candidate will lead a small but essential team and collaborate with estates and project teams to ensure fire safety excellence across all sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a dedicated fire safety team, providing guidance to strengthen capability and performance.
• Review, update, and implement fire safety policies to ensure compliance and alignment with current regulations.
• Deliver practical fire safety input to major projects, including high-rise residential and complex new build developments.
• Foster a proactive safety culture by engaging with estates teams and stakeholders early in project planning.
• Support compliance with the Fire Safety Order 2005, Building Safety Act 2022, and related regulations, contributing to safety case development.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Membership of a professional body such as IFSM, with a Fire Risk Assessment qualification.
• Proven experience leading fire safety in multi-site environments, ideally within education or similar sectors.
• Strong leadership ability with excellent communication skills.
• Practical fire and building safety experience, with a solutions-focused attitude.

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