Lead Fire Safety Advisor

Location:

Site based, Bridgwater - The role is based on a shift system including several weekend and night commitments
Duration:
Approved until 31dec
26 (renewable)
Status:
Contract INSIDE IR 35
Report to:
Fire Safety Manager

Morson Edge are working with a major player in the Energy sector who have a current requirement for a site Lead Fire Safety Advisor on a contract basis. This is a unique opportunity to get involved and gain valuable experience on a major infrastructure Project currently under construction near Bridgwater, Somerset.

Principal Accountabilities

To lead and manage a team of fire safety advisors providing cover to an area of the site on a 24hr basis.
Support the development of fire safety arrangements (both general and process related) and procedures that meet legislative requirements and follow best practice.
To develop, maintain, and review the implementation of the Principal Contractors fire safety policy, fire management arrangements and fire risk assessments, in conjunction with the multitude of other contractors, as part of the process of ensuring legal compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Support key regulatory interventions and inspections, leading on fire safety matters.
Provide the regulators with confidence in the adequacy of fire safety arrangements on site.
To carry out suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments on behalf of the Principal Contractor.
Review fire risk assessments carried out by other organisations concerned with the Project.
Support the review of DSEAR risk assessments carried out by other organisations concerned with the Project.
Anticipate future fire needs on the construction site based on the anticipated risk profile.
Ensure construction can continue in line with the project leads whilst ensuring legislative compliance and the Project zero harm ambition.
To support investigation on fire related incidents on the construction site and at its associated development areas.
Support the Project Fire and Rescue/Emergency Preparedness/Health and Safety Teams in resolving fire safety issues.
Criteria

Visible leadership skills with the ability to manage a team on a complex project.
Understanding of relevant legislation and regulation pertaining to fire safety management.
A good level of knowledge of general fire safety arrangements for construction sites and complex sites, along with fire safety equipment and systems.
A good working knowledge/understanding of process fire risk in relation to high-risk activities.
An understanding of fire safety implications in relation to DSEAR.
Good organisational skills with practical and methodical work planning and ability to manage several concurrent work streams.
Self-motivated and able to manage their own work priorities and actions.
Effective negotiating and influencing skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with professional and managerial disciplines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to assimilate, analyse and present complex problems, identify necessary action, make recommendations and ensure actions are implemented.
Understanding of the principles of risk assessment including dynamic risk assessment especially in a construction environment.
Qualifications & Experience

Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or a level 3 fire safety qualification/ NEBOSH Fire with a commitment to have obtained the level 4 Diploma by December 2026.
Membership (or working towards) of the Institute of Fire Engineers or Institute of Fire Safety Managers.

Experience of successfully developing and implementing fire safety plans, policies and procedures.
Proven track record of undertaking fire safety risk assessments, fire safety audits and the determination of compliance within the commercial and construction sectors