Fire Safety Manager

Job DescriptionDescriptionThe Resort Fire Safety Manager role will aim to provide strategic leadership, professional assurance, and subject matter expertise to ensure effective fire safety management across each resort. The role will be accountable for maintaining compliance with statutory requirements, recognised standards, and internal policies, while supporting safe operations, capital development, and organisational risk management objectives.nProvide authoritative fire safety advice and assurance to Senior Leaders and Heads of Department, including leadership in the resolution of fire-related issues and incidents.nEnsure compliance with UK fire safety legislation, British Standards, Building Regulations, and applicable codes of practice across resort operations. nAct as the principal point of contact with the Fire & Rescue Service, enforcing authorities, insurers, and other external stakeholders on fire safety matters.nnRisk Assessment & AssurancenUndertake, review, and monitor fire risk assessments across a diverse range of building types, ensuring risks are appropriately managed, documented, and actioned.nUndertake site-specific fire risk assessments support licensing requirements for caravan parks (where applicable)nEstablish and maintain a structured programme of inspections, audits, and assurance activities, providing confidence to senior management.nnSystems, Assets & Performance Oversight nProvide strategic oversight of fire safety systems and equipment, ensuring they remain operational, compliant, and effectively maintained.nLead the monitoring, analysis, and mitigation of fire alarm performance, including unwanted fire alarm activations and system reliability trends.nOversee the performance, competence, and compliance of external contractors delivering fire safety systems and services.nnPolicy, Training & CompetencenContribute to the development, implementation, and continuous review of company fire safety policies, procedures, and standards.nProvide management and assurance over fire safety training arrangements and drills, ensuring relevant personnel are competent and appropriately trained.nPromote a positive fire safety culture and consistent application of best practice across all resort teams.nnCapital Projects & Project OversightnProvide fire safety leadership for capital projects, including new builds, refurbishments, and alterations, ensuring fire safety principles are embedded from design through to delivery.nAdvise on fire safety implications relating to building structure, fabric, services, and maintenance activities.nnReporting, Leadership & Continuous ImprovementnPrepare and present periodic and annual fire safety performance reports, identifying key risks, trends, and strategic improvement opportunities for senior leadership teams.nLead the identification, investigation, and resolution of fire safety non-compliances, ensuring effective escalation, corrective action, and learning.nSupport the development of team through mentoring and professional guidance.Maintain professional competence through ongoing awareness of emerging legislation, guidance, and technology.nKPIsnFire Safety CompliancenFire Evacuation Plans and ExecutionnContinuous review of company fire safety policies, procedures, and standards.nFire safety budget on BAU and capital spendnReduced incidentsnProactive Fire Safety ManagementnAbout YounDiploma-level qualification (or equivalent) in Fire Safety.nProfessional membership of a recognised fire safety body (e.g. Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM), at an appropriate grade) is desirable but not essential.nDemonstrable experience in fire safety management, preferably within the leisure, tourism, or hospitality sector but not essential. nStrong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, British Standards, Building Regulations, and relevant Codes of Practice.nUnderstanding of project delivery, budgetary control / constraints, and the commercial impact of fire safety decisions.nStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to operate confidently at senior level.nCompetent IT and communication skills for report writing and communicating with all tiers of employment and external bodies. nA team player, credible, proactive, and confident professional with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.nHighly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage risk.nBalanced decision-maker, capable of aligning compliance requirements with operational and commercial realities.nCommitted to continuous improvement and professional best practice.nAbout Butlin''sAt Butlins, were all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years weve been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders.Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things theyll say about working at Butlins is our culture! Were all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values.So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you arent afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other this could be the perfect fit for you.There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlins!

Created: 2026-04-10