Fire Safety and Compliance Officer - Sandwell College : Job Details

Job Title: Fire Safety and Compliance Officer

Location: West Bromwich

Salary: £38,736 - £43,603 / year

Job type: Full time, permanent

About Sandwell College

Sandwell Family of Colleges is a group of educational institutions located in the West Midlands region of England, offering a diverse range of courses and programs to cater to various interests and career aspirations. The family comprises of Sandwell College, Cadbury Sixth Form College, Central St Michael, Professional Academy, Central St Michaels Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Centre. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced teaching staff, and a commitment to student success, the Sandwell Family of Colleges provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, enabling individuals to pursue their educational and career goals effectively.

Sandwell Family of Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We have robust policies and procedures in place to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all our students and staff. At Sandwell Family of Colleges, we believe that creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment is essential for enabling our students to thrive academically and personally. We are unwavering in our commitment to safeguarding and will continue to uphold the highest standards to protect the most vulnerable members of our community.

Benefits

• Very competitive salaries that have seen sector leading pay awards
• Excellent annual leave entitlements for all (between 35 and 50 annual leave days, as well as 8 bank holiday days, and additional time off over the Christmas period!)
• Dedication to career development and progression through dedicated development days, talent schemes and much more
• Recognition for great work through awards, events and celebration days
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to onsite facilities with discounted rates on services including Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks
• Use of the College gym facilities as well as discounts at local gyms
• Generous pension schemes (23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles, 21.5% employer contribution for non-teaching roles)
• Access to a huge range of high street discounts
• Free will writing
• Travel discounts including local bus, tram, train, as well as cross country coach and trains
• Free flu vaccine
• Free confidential counselling service and wellness platforms

Key Responsibilities

As the Estate Fire Safety and Statutory Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for managing comprehensive fire safety programs, conducting regular audits and inspections, and ensuring that all college estates adhere to legal requirements. Your proactive approach will be essential in identifying potential risks and implementing effective strategies to mitigate them, thereby safeguarding our community and infrastructure.

About the role

Sandwell College is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Estate Fire Safety and Statutory Compliance Manager to oversee and ensure fire safety and statutory compliance across all college properties. In this pivotal role, you will apply your expertise in fire safety regulations, statutory compliance, and risk management to maintain a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and visitors.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Candidates must have a NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety or equivalent and a Health and Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH or NEBOSH General Certificate). Relevant estates or facilities management qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3/4) is desirable. At least three years' experience in a similar role, with expertise in fire risk assessments, audits, and statutory compliance, is essential.

A full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle is required for travel across the college's eight properties. The role also involves occasional out of hours activities for emergencies and work at heights or in confined spaces as needed.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of, Corporate Compliance, Quality Administrator, Quality Assurance, Audit Administrator, Quality Assurance Administrator, Quality Control Coordinator, Compliance Administrator, Compliance Assistant, Compliance Supervisor, Compliance Analyst, Internal Auditor, Auditor, Corporate Auditor, Company Auditor, Compliance Auditor, Compliance, Operations Auditor, Safety Compliance Officer, Fire Safety Inspector, Fire Safety Officer, Fire Safety Advisor, Fire Safety Manager, Fire Safety Quality Assurance Officer, Fire Compliance Manager, Fire Safety Auditor, Fire Marshal, Fire Safety Inspecting Officer ;may also be considered for this role.