Fire Engineer

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.