Fire Property & Safety Manager

We are seeking a Fire & Property Safety Project Manager to support the delivery of building-related projects across our care homes. Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of care? Care UK is an awarding winning private care company with over 160 care homes across the United Kingdom

At Care UK, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork are at the heart of all we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people and with a vast network of care homes and a diverse range of support functions, we're on a mission to find exceptional talent to join us on our journey.

The role: To manage the scoping, instruction and delivery of planned and reactive fire and H&S related projects in care homes and day centres across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively contribute towards the development, implementation and management of Care UK’s Fire and property related Safety policies and procedures.
• Create, own and deliver the high-level fire safety programmes.
• Keep our clients (operational colleagues) risk assessment log (smartsheet) up to date on a weekly basis.
• Using 3rd party provided Risk Assessments, scope remedial works required using specialist consultants on larger schemes.
• Organise and manage site meetings, review and sense check remedial proposals, instruct works using Care UK’s CAFM system.
• Manage and ensure contracts, RAMS and insurances are in place.
• Instruct and monitor works, agree variations, monitor and address quality issues, manage snagging, sign off works and manage interim and final account payment processes.
• Promptly report breaches and issues to contractors, Head of Facilities and consultants as applicable.
• Liaise with external consultants and third parties as necessary including Fire Officers, H&S Officers, Landlord agents, CQC, local authority officers etc.
• Where required ensure landlord consent, building regulation approval and planning permission is obtained at appropriate stages of work.
• Understand and ensure the implementation of the Company’s Health and Safety policy, Emergency & Fire Evacuation Procedure and Disaster Recovery Plan. Promote and monitor safe working practice.

What We're Looking For:

• Appropriate and relevant qualification and/or experience.
• Experience of dealing with suppliers, contractors and
• Experience of managing and dealing with operational managers of a multi-site portfolio.
• Good at multi-tasking and juggling different work streams.
• Understands the challenges of working in the care environment is desirable.
• Willing to travel.

Why Join Care UK?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours. If you're ready to take your recruitment career to the next level and be a part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!