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Fire Health & Safety Officer (Public Sector)

VANRATH are assisting our client, a large Public Sector Organisation, in their search for a Fire Health & Safety Officer for 6 months initially with the possibility of extension.

Main role

• The main role will be to complete Fire Risk Assessments as directed be the Health and Safety Manager (FIRE), across a range of building occupancies related to the client's business. Other secondary responsibilities are detailed below.

Responsibilities

• To support the development of a healthy and safe working environment through the provision of competent health, safety and fire advice, guidance and information to all levels of staff and relevant committees as required, in liaison with other professionals as appropriate.
• To identify staff Fire Safety training compliance through the Fire Risk Assessment process and commensurate with the Client Fire Safety Training Needs Analysis.
• When directed by the Health and Safety Manager (FIRE) to assist with the review, promotion and implementation of theClient’s Health and Safety policy/guidance documents / Fire Safety & Arson Prevention Policy/Fire Safety Management System to promote a healthy and safe working environment in line with legal requirements and company policy.
• When directed by the Health and Safety Manager (FIRE) to assist in the review and implementation of Fire Safety standards which measure the effectiveness of existing Fire Safety policies/guidance to ensure consistency and continual improvement throughout the organisation.
• To assist in the investigation of fire concerns made directly to the fire department and carry out an investigation where appropriate, under the direction of the Health and Safety Manager (FIRE) and/or Health and Safety Officer (FIRE ).
• To assist the Health and Safety Manager (FIRE) in ensuring effective financial management and the efficient uses of all resources.
• When directed by the Health and Safety Manager (FIRE), to perform fire safety inspections with relevant managers and/or trade union appointed health and safety representatives. Report findings with recommendations for action as appropriate.

Requirements

• 4 GCSE passes - Grade A*- C, including English and Mathematics /equivalent Level 2 qualification / or higher level relevant qualification

AND

• Fire Risk Assessment Qualification (must include undertaking fire risk assessments) and minimum 12 months relevant work experience.
• Hold a full UK Driving licence

Remuneration
c£28,407 per annum, plus discount benefits.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Lurgan or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock in the strictest confidence.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £28,407.00-£34,581.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person