About this role
Job summary
The post holder will be the lead specialist for all fire related matters for Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBUHB) and will:
Provide statutory and mandatory guidance and advice across the SBUHB in all matters relating to fire safety to ensure compliance. Manage the SBUHB Fire Advisors. Responsible for advising SBUHB regarding maintenance of fire systems, protection measures and construction requirements for existing and proposed developments. Provide, and ensure the provision of specialist training to all levels of SBUHB staff to meet statutory compliance relating to fire safety. Manage and monitor the process of investigating fire safety incidents (including fires and unwanted fire signals), ensure that learning is shared across the SBUHB.
Main duties of the job
Planning and Design:
Will plan and organise work schedule with autonomy and be responsible for carrying out and ensuring in-depth fire safety inspections, Fire Risk Assessments of SBUHB properties i.e., wards, theatres, laboratories, catering, day hospitals, engineering service areas including ducts and plant rooms and areas of special risk are completed. Analyse, compile and assist in the compilation of alarm and detection cause and effects of fire protection systems for existing buildings, proposed projects including major capital projects. Provide guidance on recommendations and findings in relation to fire safety legislation, building regulations and Welsh Heath Technical Memoranda compliance. This work will require substantial periods of concentration and interpretation of conflicting and contentious information and making judgements that does not compromise SBUHB interests or legislation.
Improvement, Monitoring, Policy/Service Development:
Devise, develop and review fire safety strategies/policies to enable Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBUHB) to ensure compliance with statutory legislative and fire related NHS Health Technical Memorandums. Provide active support to Operational Managers and project teams to ensure that service performance and improvements in connection with fire safety is included in all developments.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
Person Specification
Knowlege and Qualifcations Essential
Educated to Degree level or equivalent in fire safety e.g., fire safety engineering or demonstrable knowledge and experience to Masters level appropriate to the role Recognised qualification in Risk Assessment Recognised qualification in Risk Management or demonstrable knowledge and experience appropriate to the role Management qualification or relevant experience Professional accreditation e.g., IFE, IFSM, IFPO Extensive knowledge of relevant WHBN's and WHTM Fire code
Desirable
NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent Teaching qualification or relevant experience Knowledge and understanding of NHS software applications Knowledge and understanding of NHS software applications Knowledge and understanding of NHS fire safety applications
Essential Experience Essential
Experience of working within a fire safety environment Involvement in high risk and complex building projects Experience of working within a project design team Experience of managing a team of fellow professionals Experience of budgeting and resource allocation
Desirable
Fire Safety background with evidence of attendance at Fire Service College or similar establishment Experience of working in the NHS
Essential Aptitude and abilities Essential
Adhere to and can demonstrate SB Values & Behaviours Ability to analyse complex plans Ability to develop and implement policies/procedures Ability to critically analyse and problem solve Strong Leadership skills Ability to implement change Ability to motivate others Demonstrate positive attitude and act as a role model Ability to manage people effectively effective interpersonal skill Motivated and energetic Ability to deal with conflict and difficult emotional situations
Desirable
Understanding, speaking, reading Welsh
Other Essential Essential
Ability to travel within geographical area Able to work hours flexibly The role involves inspections requiring access at heights and confined spaces
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address Morriston Hospital - Capital Planning/Health & Safety
Heol Maes Eglwys
Swansea
SA6 6NL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)