Fire Safety Manager

We are seeking an experienced and driven Fire Safety Manager to lead and manage fire safety compliance across the Council's housing stock.

Location: Ipswich
Salary: £51,500 - £53,400 depending on experience

This is a critical role responsible for ensuring full compliance with all relevant fire safety legislation, including the Fire Safety Act and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. 
 
An exciting opportunity to join at a pivotal time, with significant investment (circa £10m) being made into fire safety improvement programmes across our housing portfolio. You will play a key role in delivering these projects, providing expert fire engineering advice, and ensuring long-term safety for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the Council's lead fire safety professional and principal Duty Holder for housing assets 
 
Ensure full compliance with all fire safety legislation and regulatory standards 
 
Manage and develop a Fire Safety Surveyor, including performance, training, and workload allocation 
 
Lead fire risk assessments and ensure all actions are completed, recorded, and maintained

Develop and implement fire strategies across various housing types, including sheltered schemes and residential blocks 
 
Oversee fire safety improvement programmes, budgets, and contractor performance 
 
Act as the main liaison with Fire & Rescue Services and manage audit responses and compliance actions 
 
Ensure effective inspection, testing, and maintenance regimes (alarms, emergency lighting, fire doors, sprinklers, etc.) 
 
Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure a "Golden Thread" of fire safety information 
 
Lead on tenant engagement, communication strategies, and safety awareness initiatives 
 
Manage contracts, procurement processes, and ensure value for money across all fire safety works

About You: 

Proven experience in fire safety within housing or a similar environment 
 
Strong knowledge of UK fire legislation 
 
Relevant fire safety qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH Fire, IFE or equivalent) 
 
Confident managing projects, contractors, and compliance programmes 
 
 
What We Offer: 
 
Excellent benefits including pension, flexible working, generous leave, free gym membership, and strong career development opportunities.

Apply now or contact our friendly team on 01502 719000
Closing date: 7th April 2026