Transport and Business Engagement Manager

ost:
Transport and Business Engagement Manager

Salary: £56,071 – 72,807 per annum, plus currently there is an additional market rate supplement for eligible candidates, set at a maximum of 10% additional on top of the base salary.

Grade: FRS F

Contract type:
Permanent

Location:

This post is based at LFB HQ, 169 Union Street, with some flexibility to work from home / remotely, subject to agreement and needs of the service.

Final date to receive applications: 4 PM on Tuesday 07 April 2026

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s fire and rescue service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city. Employing over 5000 people across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer 999 calls), fire safety and our non‑operational team (our team who work behind the scenes to support our front‑line services, which includes Fleet, IT, HR, Finance, Procurement, Communications team and many more).

A rare opportunity has arisen to join the LFB’s Protection team leading specialist staff whose focus is London’s transport system and how we engage with business to promote fire safety engagement and improvement. We are seeking a technical fire safety professional to lead a dedicated team in ensuring fire safety compliance across London’s transport networks and business partnerships. This pivotal role involves shaping policies, fostering strategic collaborations, and supporting innovation in fire safety.

Your work will directly contribute to making London safer by shaping our improving the LFB’s business engagement, designing policies, building strategic partnerships, and identifying emerging risks. The role has four primary areas of responsibility:
Primary Authority partnerships, Business Engagement, Transport Fire Safety, and Alternative Fuels. You will be responsible for promoting safety standards in accordance with key legislation including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Precautions (Sub‑surface Railway Stations) Regulations 2009, and Petroleum (Consolidation) Regulations 2014.

We need a professional with knowledge of fire safety legislation and experience of developing policies and managing partnerships.

While ideally, you’d have some knowledge of transport infrastructure risks and alternative fuels it is recognised this is a specialised area and as such this knowledge can be developed in post.

You will need the ability to communicate complex information clearly to various audiences. Team management/leadership experience is also essential.

What matters most, is that we’re seeking a passionate, technical professional committed to enhancing London’s safety through collaboration and forward‑thinking solutions.

In terms of qualifications, applicants should hold a minimum of a Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety (or actively working towards a Level 4 Diploma). However, applicants with equivalent fire‑related qualifications or experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Online application, CV and cover letter (see instructions below).

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role and upload a copy of your up‑to‑date CV. In addition to uploading a copy of your CV we would also request a copy of any certificates relating to any qualifications relied upon as part of the application process.

• How have you successfully collaborated with stakeholders such as local businesses, partner agencies, and community organisations to promote a shared culture of safety and ensure coordinated efforts in managing risk?
• Can you describe your experience in applying relevant legislation, such as the Regulatory Reform Order, the Health and Safety at Work Act or other building and safety regulations, to maintain compliance and uphold standards within your remit?
• What strategies have you used to unite internal teams and external partners around common goals, ensuring…