Clerk of Works - Fire Safety

Job Title: Fire Safety Clerk of Works

Join our team as a Fire Safety Clerk of Works, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of fire safety within Kirklees Council Housing. As a dedicated professional, you will provide technical expertise and oversee the delivery of fire risk assessment (FRA) works action programs across our district. This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the safety and well-being of our communities while working within a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise on building fire safety, particularly in supervising the delivery of FRA works action programs.
• Supervise contractors and specialist suppliers, ensuring adherence to approved specifications and method statements.
• Conduct inspections of work in progress, offering technical guidance and support to installers.
• Perform weekly reviews of work progress, identifying risks and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with approved quality standards and maintain accurate records of installations.
• Offer specialist technical advice on fire safety scope and specification.
• Resolve on-site technical queries related to works specifications and scope.
• Manage all operational aspects of the fire safety service/business area.

Requirements:

• GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 4 (C) or above in English & Maths.
• ONC/HND in Built Environment or willingness to undertake.
• Fire Safety qualifications - Level 2 NVQ diploma in Passive Fire Protection or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders.
• Proven track record of delivering targets and goals within operational plans.
• Ability to work collaboratively with partner organizations to achieve common goals.
• Experience with data input and maintenance of databases or Contact Management Systems.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity, and Safeguarding legislation.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change in order to improve performance.
• Strong team-working skills coupled with the ability to work independently.
• Understanding of budgetary control principles and ability to manage delegated budgets.

Behaviors:

• Positive attitude
• Honesty
• Respectful demeanor
• Flexibility
• Effective communication skills
• Supportive approach