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Job Description

Fire Safety Adviser
Salary: Grade HA £45,413 – £49,559
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Job Type: Specialist/Professional
Reference: R08309
Location: UWE Bristol – Frenchay Campus

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced fire safety professional to join the University’s Health and Safety Team. You’ll be part of a dedicated group of health, safety, and fire professionals committed to embedding and advancing a positive safety culture across UWE Bristol.

As Fire Safety Adviser, you will take the lead in managing fire safety across the University. This is a high-profile and essential role, responsible for:

Acting as the University’s competent fire safety person

Developing and maintaining the University’s Fire Safety Management System

Managing the Fire Risk Assessment programme

Advising on fire safety aspects of new builds, refurbishments, and capital projects

Conducting audits to monitor compliance and performance

Designing and delivering fire safety training

Being the principal point of contact for all fire safety matters

You’ll work closely with teams across the University, with particular engagement with the Estates team and other professional services and academic colleges.

About You

This opportunity is ideal for a proactive and knowledgeable fire safety professional looking to make a significant impact in a large, dynamic organisation. You’ll need:

Significant experience in fire safety within complex UK-based organisations

A solid understanding of fire safety risks, regulations, and best practice

A Level 4 qualification in Fire Safety (e.g., IFE or equivalent), or be working towards it

Membership (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional body such as the IFE

Proven experience in developing and delivering fire risk assessments, training, audits, and supporting major projects

Strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to analyse and present data effectively

A pragmatic, customer-focused approach and the ability to work independently while collaborating across departments are key to success in this role.

Why UWE Bristol?

With over 38,000 students and 4,000 staff, UWE Bristol is one of the largest higher education providers in the South West. Our Frenchay campus offers state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant, inclusive community.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• Competitive salary and pay progression
• Generous annual leave
• Career average pension schemes
• Retail discounts and onsite facilities (e.g., nursery, fitness centres)
• Learning and development opportunities

Our Commitment to Diversity

At UWE Bristol, we value the strength that diversity brings. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and particularly encourage individuals from the global majority, as they are currently underrepresented in this area of the University.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all staff.

Additional Information

• Base: Frenchay Campus
• Working pattern: This role is full-time and campus-based
• Interview date: Week commencing 2nd June 2025
• Visa Sponsorship: We may be able to sponsor eligible candidates via the Skilled Worker route. Please note that UWE does not cover visa or health surcharge costs.

How to Apply

We’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible.

In your application, tell us how your experience and qualifications meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the Person Specification. Be sure to provide examples to support your statements.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact:
Alison Weeks – 0117 328 2076 or alison.weeks@uwe.ac.uk